Operations Lead and PA to Headteacher

Overview

Lyde Green Community School opens in September 2026. We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Operations Lead (and PA to the Headteacher) to shape the operational heartbeat of our new school as part of our founding team.

Position: Operations Lead (and PA to the Headteacher)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours/week, Monday to Friday)

Pay Scale: Grade 7 £ 36,363 to £39,152 per annum

Start Date: 1st January 2026

• Provide high-level support to the Headteacher
• Lead planning and delivery of key events (e.g. open evenings, forums)
• Develop systems to support strategic and operational priorities
• Manage the admin team and coordinate support functions
• Act as a key contact for stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with policies (safeguarding, data protection, Health & Safety)

• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• A confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Experienced in office/operations management (ideally in education)
• Excited to help shape a school from day one

Lyde Green Community School is built on three core pillars: a curriculum built for the future, nurturing essential life skills, and empowering character development. As part of our founding team, you’ll help bring this vision to life and make a lasting impact on our community.

Please see the Applicant Pack and Job Description for full details. Final date to receive applications: 9am on 3 November 2025. Interviews: 13 November 2025.

We aim to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, with high standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities. We seek applicants who can align with our vision and bring talent, drive and determination. We support our schools with leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.

We are excited by the opportunities for talented educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy. We welcome staff who will deliver an exceptional education to the young people in our care.

• Pension Scheme
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates
• Free onsite parking
• Coaching/Counselling services
• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Olympus Academy Trust – Lyde Green Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure. We have safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance to promote welfare and safety of children and young people. Online checks may be conducted during the recruitment process.

Details of online accounts may be requested at the application stage.

We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We short-list, interview and select without regard to age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, nationality, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Candidates with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements will be shortlisted and reasonable adjustments will be made as needed. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are under-represented within the Trust.

We offer flexible working patterns where possible to support work-life balance and welcome applications from individuals seeking part-time or job-share arrangements. We are open to flexible working from day one where feasible.