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Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
At Ormiston Forge Academy we are seeking to appoint an Operations Manager to join our team from September. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, playing a key strategic role in supporting the Principal by leading or supporting operational areas of the Academy.
As our Operations Manager, you will play a key strategic role in the development of operational and facilities services within the Academy. You will have overall responsibility for facilities management, estates capital development plans, health and safety, site lettings & minibus compliance, ICT infrastructure management and development plans and the academy mountain centre.
It is essential you have achieved a minimum of level 4 qualifications, ideally in a relevant area, and have experience of managing staff and working at a senior level. Please see the attached job description for full information about the role.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and oversee operational and facilities services across the Academy.
- Manage facilities, estates capital development, health and safety, site lettings & minibus compliance, ICT infrastructure, and the academy mountain centre.
Requirements and competencies
- Minimum level 4 qualifications, ideally in a relevant area.
- Experience of managing staff and working at a senior level.
- Awareness of current IT developments and competence in their use.
- In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation relevant to the education sector.
- In-depth knowledge of regulations relating to premises management.
- Knowledge of Asset Management.
- Knowledge of procurement and related financial regulations.
- Knowledge of GDPR and how this applies to the role.
For an informal discussion or to arrange a tour of the academy please contact Kirsty Fleming (Academy HR Partner), on 01384 566 598 or email hr@oatforge.co.uk
Please apply using the apply now link above by the publishing closing date. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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