Office and Operations Lead

This is an exciting opportunity to join us as an Office and Operations Lead in our Ofsted rated Outstanding School.

If you thrive in a busy environment have excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for supporting education wed love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Office and Operations Lead to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our schools administrative and operational functions. With the support of Senior Leadership you will play a key role in providing operational leadership for aspects of ICT community usage contract management administration premises management compliance health and safety security and operations support in the school. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the daily experience of our pupils staff and the wider community.

What we are looking for:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly organised and able to prioritise workload effectively
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Experience of working in a school environment or in a similar role

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information before applying.

About Danetree Primary School

Danetree is a four-form entry Ofsted rated OUTSTANDING School set in fantastic grounds in West Ewell Epsom. Our forward-thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for our children.

As an academy within GLF Schools. we benefit from sharing outstanding resources and support in every aspect of school life from learning and teaching to staffing and educational expertise.

We can offer you:

• The support of GLF schools and the opportunity to be part of an inspirational growing and dynamic organisation
• Exceptional professional development opportunities through a tailored CPD programme
• An exciting opportunity to work within a growing school shaping the future and strategic direction
• Confident enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning
• A commitment to providing children with high quality learning opportunities

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School Banstead Infant School Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools Cuddington Croft Primary School Danetree Primary School and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School .

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise and experience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

Salary:GLF Specialist 27061 FTE

Pro Rata Salary: 25494.05

Hours: 37.5hrs - 8am 4pm Monday to Friday - 41 weeks (Term time plus 2 weeks)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Tuesday 27th January at 9.30am

Interview Date:TBC