Operations Lead Vacancy Primary School in Reading!

• Ofsted Rated Good School

• Reading Berkshire

• Full-Time Permanent

• Start: ASAP

• Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

Join a Supportive and Forward-Thinking Primary School

Are you an organised proactive and experienced school operations professional looking for your next opportunity A well-regarded primary school in Reading rated Good by Ofsted is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Operations Lead to oversee the day-to-day operational functions of the school.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the school runs efficiently safely and effectively supporting pupils staff and the wider school community. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team contributing to the strategic and operational development of the school.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the day-to-day operational and administrative functions of the school

• Oversee premises facilities maintenance security and health and safety

• Coordinate contractors suppliers and external service providers

• Support financial administration purchasing budgets and procurement

• Manage school systems records and operational processes

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding health and safety and statutory requirements

• Support recruitment HR administration and staff onboarding where required

• Monitor and review operational procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness

• Work closely with the Headteacher SLT staff governors and external stakeholders

• Support the wider pastoral and operational life of the school

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has experience in school operations administration business management or a similar role

• Has strong organisational planning and problem-solving skills

• Understands the operational requirements of a primary school environment

• Has knowledge of health and safety compliance and safeguarding procedures

• Is confident managing budgets suppliers contractors and external stakeholders

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Is proactive practical and able to manage competing priorities

• Can work independently while contributing effectively to the wider school team

• Is committed to supporting a positive safe and efficient school environment

About the School

This Ofsted-rated Good primary school in Reading offers:

• A welcoming and inclusive school community

• Supportive and collaborative leadership

• A strong commitment to pupil wellbeing and achievement

• A positive working environment for staff

• Opportunities to contribute to the continued development of school operations

• A varied and rewarding role with a genuine impact on the wider school community

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment

• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the effective running of the school

• A varied role with responsibility across the schools operational functions

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a brief supporting statement outlining your experience in school operations your relevant skills and your suitability for the role.

We welcome applications from experienced school operations business management and administration professionals who are organised proactive and keen to make a positive contribution to a primary school community in Reading.