Key Role Information

Salary
£33,143.00-£36,363.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
25/02/2026 09:00
Interview
WC 03/03/2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
Schools Support Staff NJC | NJC21 - NJC25
Department
Middle Leader
Key stage
Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Are you an enthusiastic and committed professional seeking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are looking to appoint two passionate Operations Managers to play a key role in enhancing opportunities for our students, particularly those with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone experienced in school settings who is eager to help children succeed and thrive.


You will join a forward-thinking team that shares a collective vision of growth, improvement and unwavering support for our pupils. As our network of schools continues to expand across Derby City, there will be genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.


The ideal candidate will have substantial experience working within a school environment and possess up-to-date expertise in HR, Financial Management, and Estates Management. Proficiency in MS Office is essential. The role may require flexible working arrangements and travel between multiple sites.


You will be joining a diverse and collaborative team of professionals, all dedicated to supporting children across education and care settings. Our guiding principle, “we never give up,” is at the heart of our ethos, and we are looking for someone who embodies this resilient and positive approach.


In return, we offer:


· A passionate, supportive and committed staff team


· Robust opportunities for continuing professional development and training


· Regular well-being support


· An encouraging environment where your talents are valued and rewarded


If you are driven, capable, and ready to help our students reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.


Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families has a role to play in safeguarding children. All Governors, staff, trainees and volunteers have a responsibility and role to play to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. Staff members will maintain an attitude of “it could happen here” where safeguarding is concerned. This position involves substantial access to Children and is therefore subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for any previous criminal convictions or safeguarding issues.


We may undertake an online check for shortlisted candidates.


For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Abi Ruane at HR@respectschools.co.uk

Benefits

Employee Assisted Programme

Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalentessential
CIPD or other appropriate HR qualification or relevant experiencedesirable
Level 3 or level 5
NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalentdesirable
Recognised qualification in facilities management, Health and Safety or HRdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of school and MAT policies, safeguarding processes, and HR regulations in an education settingessential
Commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all  essential
High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in administrative processes and compliance tasksessential
Knowledge of safer recruitment practices and Single Central Record (SCR) managementessential
Understanding of GDPR and DUAA, confidentiality, and data protection regulationsessential
Strong IT proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office, HR software, and document management systemsessential
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in professional correspondence and minute-takingessential
Strong organisation and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectivelyessential

Experience

Knowledge and experience of the day to day operations in a school setting with regards to the environment and buildings  essential
Experience leading or managing support teams, ensuring effective deployment of resourcesessential
Experience in the administration of operational processes and policy coordination in a professional settingessential
Experience in managing financial operations and the production of reports quoting key metrics to a variety of stakeholdersessential
Experience in HR administration, recruitment support, and compliance monitoringessential
Proven experience in high-level administrative support within a complex or multi-site organisationessential
Experience in supporting an Estates Team
Experience working in an educational or MAT setting
Experience using HR, payroll, and recruitment software

Personal Attributes

Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to manage and support administrative staffessential
Resilient and adaptable, able to work in a fast paced and evolving environmentessential
Proactive and solution focused, with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamessential
Professional and discreet, able to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrityessential
Committed to professional development, with a passion for maximising efficiency and effectiveness of systems and processesessential
Committed to upholding Trust vision and valuesessential

Qualifications

Experience in financial management in an educational setting and the use of purchasing and financial systems  essential
Experience in Estates management including H and S  essential
Experience in an HR environment and the use of support systems  essential
Estates focused Health and Safety qualifications
Qualification in HR, administration, or leadership (e.g. CIPD Level 3 or 5, ILM Leadership and Management)
professional qualification in School Business Administration or a related field (CSBM or DSBM) 

Kingsmead School

Sharon Barker

HR@respectschools.co.uk

Brighton Road
Derby
Derbyshire
DERBYSHIRE
DE24 8TE
Sharon Barker
HR@respectschools.co.uk

Safeguarding Information

The Respect Collaboration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references. 

We may undertake an online check for shortlisted candidates.