Operations Manager

# Operations Manager

Employer:

Waycroft Academy

Location:

Bristol, Bristol Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Hours:

Part Time Contract Length:
Fixed Term Salary:
£19,334 - £20,627

Posted:
8th October 2026

Expires:
19th November 2026 11:59 PM

Start Date:

7th December 2026

Job :
1578630

Job Reference:
43995
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** Operations Manager
** Actual Annual Salary:** £19,334 - £20,627 Based on hours and working weeks
** Full-Time Equivalent Salary:** £40,958 - £43,697 (CLF Grade

F). Based on 37 hours per week, all year round.
** Contract Type:
** Fixed Term until 07 December 2027 or until return of the postholder (Maternity Cover)
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* Hours:

** 18.5 per week plus inset days and 20 additional days
** Flexibility:
** Working days/hours can be negotiated so long as 18.5 hours are worked across the week, and a minimum of 3 days are worked.
** Provisional

Start Date:

** 7th December 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)
** Are you an experienced and highly organised operations professional looking to make a real difference in education?
** Waycroft Academy is seeking a dedicated and proactive Operations Manager to lead and coordinate our administrative, compliance and operational functions, ensuring the smooth and effective day to day running of the academy.  This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team to develop and embed robust systems, processes and procedures that support excellent outcomes for our pupils.  

The role is varied and hands-on, requiring someone who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day operational support, leading on areas such as compliance, Health and Safety and administration, while ensuring the academy operates efficiently and effectively at all times.  We are looking for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, who is committed to high standards and continuous improvement.

If you are passionate about supporting education through exceptional operational practice and want to be part of a collaborative and supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.
** About the role
** Reporting to the Principal, you will act as the lead professional services colleague within the academy, overseeing all operational systems and processes. You will ensure that administration, compliance and Health & Safety arrangements are robust, efficient and well embedded.
** You will:
*** Lead and manage the academy’s administrative and operational functions
* Work in partnership with the Principal, senior leaders and central teams
* Line manage and develop administrative staff, promoting high standards
* Take responsibility for key areas including Health & Safety, compliance and statutory processes
* Build strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
* Provide high-quality reporting, analysis and operational support to leadership

This is a varied and fast-paced role requiring excellent organisation, initiative and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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* About you:

*** Hold (or be working towards) a business‐related qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience, with strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths A –C or equivalent).
* Substantial experience in senior administration and/or operations roles.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, data protection, compliance and health & safety processes.
* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using digital systems, including MIS platforms.
* Able to plan, prioritise and problem‐solve effectively in a fast‐paced environment.
* Skilled in building positive, professional relationships with staff, families, contractors and external partners.
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