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Job Title: School Business Operations ManagerContract Type: Full-Time, PermanentStart Date: April 2025 or as soon as possible thereafterSalary & Benefits: £59,000 to £68,000 + 19.8% pension contribution and exceptional benefitsLocation: Bromley, BR1MLK Education Search is excited to support this South-East London based, vibrant 11–18 school community with a relentless focus on high expectations and aspirations in its search for the next Business Operations Manager to join, plan, develop and deliver on all business aspects of the Academy.You will take a strategic lead in maintaining and managing the budget and finances of the Academy, ensuring the Academy meets its educational aims and objectives. You'll be leading; Finance, Human Resources, Administration, Admissions, Health & Safety, Facilities & Premises Management.The successful applicant will be a key member of the Senior Leadership team, reporting directly to the Executive Principal, supporting them in driving improvements - ensuring the most effective use of resources to support the School’s Development Plan.If you can develop a deep understanding of the Academy's needs, tailor their approach to each situation, have excellent communication skills, an enthusiasm for achieving targets, an ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and very good IT literacy then this role is for you!Key ResponsibilitiesBe a part of the Senior Leadership Team, to strategically manage all non-academic functions of the Academy, including HR, Administration, Finance, Facilities and Premises and Health and Safety.Drive improvements in the school in line with the school development planAssist with the creation of the budget and ensuring the agreed budget is deliveredEnsure all finance policies are adhered to and to procure the best resources and services for the schoolPromote best practice and ensure compliance with procurement processes securing “best value” in all areasOversee HR and operationally manage the HR Advisor and HR Administrator to ensure all records are accurate, including checking payrollEnsure the Single central register is compliant and up to dateManage the Academy’s Immigration Sponsor Licenses processBe responsible for the training and personal development for all non-education support staffHave oversight and management of the whole school administrative functionManage the Academy’s risk and business continuityManage and review allocated policiesLine manage the Facilities Manager, to ensure the facilities team are meeting all statutory requirementsEnsure the premises and facilities provide the best possible safe, educational and working environment within the budget available and in line with Health and Safety requirementsManage building projects to ensure they are within budget, completed to a high standard and in line with Health and Safety requirementsHave oversight and management of site security, maintenance and insurancesEnsure the Health and Safety Policy and Risk Assessment are implemented at all times and are subject to review and assessment at regular intervals or as situations changeEnsure systems are in place for effective monitoring, measuring and reporting of Health and Safety issues to the Executive Principal and where appropriate the Trust H&S ManagerOversee facilities lettings to increase income and business opportunitiesManage external contractors to ensure SLAs are met including catering and cleaningOversee the management of the Academy’s asset registerOversee and manage the Academy’s IT functionLiaise with the Director of IT to review technology across the Academy and introduce new technology or improve existing technology for different purposesAct as the Academy’s Data Protection Officer and ensure GDPR is implementedKey RequirementsDegree or equivalent, or significant experience demonstrating managerial skillsSuccessful school-based experience is essentialExperience working across a partnership of schools or within a Multi-Academy Trust setting is highly desirableExperience in practical aspects of business planning and organisational managementCan demonstrate substantial experience in leading and managing people in multidisciplinary teamsExperience in creating and managing budgetsCompetent at using Microsoft Office packages, a skilled and regular user of Word and Excel for the production of office work, intermediate (or better) user of the Microsoft Office suiteBe able to think on your feet, react quickly and effectively in sensitive situationsUse your initiative continuously to communicate confidently and effectively with all stakeholdersAbility to multi-task, work under pressure and handle a diverse workloadKnowledge of facilities and premises management including health and safety requirements and legislationAbility to create reports to monitor KPIsSkilled in the presentation of documents for professional audiencesExcellent Numeracy / Literacy skillsBenefitsExcellent salary and benefitsPension SchemeSeason Ticket LoansRide to Work and Cycle to Work SchemesStaff DevelopmentWell-beingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Professional LearningPerkboxIf you can develop a deep understanding of the Academy's needs, tailor their approach to each situation, have excellent communication skills, an enthusiasm for achieving targets, an ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and very good IT literacy then please APPLY NOW!Alternatively, please contact me on:T: 07793 209 744E: *Please note, we are not able to provide sponsorship for these placements*