OPERATIONS ASSISTANT (IPSWICH OFFICE / REMOTE WORKING)
Teaching School Hub Team
Unity Schools Partnership
Hours: 24 hours per week / 41 weeks per year
Location: Unity Schools Partnership Trust Offices (IPSWICH) / remote working
Salary: Grade 4 SP 9 - 12 (FTE £27,254 - £29,540 / Actual £15,845 - £17,174 per annum)
Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027
We are delighted to be recruiting an additional Operations Assistant to join our Teaching School Hub team at Unity Schools Partnership. This is a varied and rewarding role that plays a vital part in the successful delivery of our DfE endorsed programmes and services with schools across the region.
Working as part of a small, collaborative and highly committed team, you will help ensure our programmes run smoothly and professionally, from registrations and onboarding to training events and communications. There is also scope to contribute to marketing, communications, website content and social media activity, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a diverse role with real impact.
You will:
- Guide the registration of participants onto programmes
- Support onboarding by responding to and resolving queries from schools, lead providers and stakeholders
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records using spreadsheets and CRM systems (including HubSpot)
- Coordinate programme events, including conferences and online training sessions
- Communicate event details, joining instructions and pre‑event materials clearly and professionally
- Liaise with venues and support the delivery of high‑quality face‑to‑face training events
- Monitor programme engagement, track event attendance and complete post-event follow-up activity
- Produce e‑newsletters and regular programme communications
- Support the development of marketing materials, website content and social media channels
About you
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and confident, with excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail. You will enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and building positive relationships with a wide range of people.
You will ideally bring:
- Strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and online platforms
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience supporting events, programmes or administrative processes
- A problem‑solving mindset and the ability to work independently
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- An interest in education, or experience working within an education or related sector
Why join Unity Schools Partnership?
We are a forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust committed to improving outcomes for all pupils. Our work is characterised by ambition, innovation and collaboration, and we believe remarkable change is possible.
Benefits include:
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Staff retail discounts
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Support networks
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
For an informal discussion, contact Andy Samways, Director of Teaching School Hub, at [email protected]
Closing Date: 09:00am, Thursday 18 June 2026
Interviews: W/C 22nd June 2026*
- Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
CLOSING DATE
2026-06-18
