School Operations Manager - Secondary x3
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Sheffield, S1 4BY |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 4 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Sept 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
As School Operations Manager, you will:
• Lead and coordinate all non-teaching operational functions within the school.
• Act as the key operational adviser to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
• Line manage operational teams including reception, administration, reprographics, catering and cleaning staff.
• Oversee educational visits administration, school transport, catering systems and key school services.
• Coordinate health and safety, GDPR compliance and operational risk management.
• Work in partnership with Trust colleagues across Finance, HR, Estates and Digital Services.
• Ensure school systems, processes and records operate effectively and in line with Trust standards.
We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have:
• Significant experience in school operations, ideally within a secondary school environment.
• A proven track record of managing diverse teams and operational services.
• Strong knowledge of customer service, health and safety, GDPR and workforce administration.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively across a Multi-Academy Trust.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding service.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join INOVA?
At INOVA, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer:
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on school improvement and student experience.
• A supportive and collaborative Trust culture.
• Access to professional development and coaching opportunities.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, inclusion and career progression.
• The chance to work alongside talented colleagues dedicated to educational excellence.
We’re committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive—professionally and personally. In a sector where demands are high, we’re focused on reducing unnecessary pressures and supporting a healthy work/life balance through practical benefits, smart systems, and a strong culture of care.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (for non term-time staff), rising to 30 days after 5 years
• Aligned systems to save you time and reduce admin
• Investment in technology to streamline tasks.
Health & Wellness
• Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted membership with Westfield Health
• Occupational Health Support
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Eye care vouchers for eligible staff.
Financial Support
• Competitive pension schemes (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Discount schemes
• Free staff parking for all colleagues.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.