Strategic Operations Director

19 hours ago

Beckenham, Greater London, United Kingdom MLK Education Search Full time

Job Title: Strategic Operations Director

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Operations Director to join our team at MLK Education Search. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading key functions such as Finance, Human Resources, Administration, Admissions, Health & Safety, Facilities & Premises Management.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional business acumen and be a strategic leader with the ability to drive improvements in the school in line with the school development plan. They will also assist with the creation of the budget and ensure the agreed budget is delivered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all non-academic functions of the Academy, including HR, Administration, Finance, Facilities and Premises and Health and Safety.
  • Drive improvements in the school in line with the school development plan.
  • Assist with the creation of the budget and ensuring the agreed budget is delivered.
  • Ensure all finance policies are adhered to and procure the best resources and services for the school.
  • Promote best practice and ensure compliance with procurement processes securing best value in all areas.
  • Oversee HR and operationally manage the HR Advisor and HR Administrator to ensure all records are accurate, including checking payroll.
  • Ensure the Single central register is compliant and up to date.
  • Manage the Academy's Immigration Sponsor Licenses process.
  • Be responsible for the training and personal development for all non-education support staff.
  • Have oversight and management of the whole school administrative function.
  • Manage the Academy's risk and business continuity.
  • Manage and review allocated policies.
  • Line manage the Facilities Manager, to ensure the facilities team are meeting all statutory requirements.
  • Ensure the premises and facilities provide the best possible safe, educational and working environment within the budget available and in line with Health and Safety requirements.
  • Manage building projects to ensure they are within budget, completed to a high standard and in line with Health and Safety requirements.
  • Have oversight and management of site security, maintenance and insurances.
  • Ensure the Health and Safety Policy and Risk Assessment are implemented at all times and are subject to review and assessment at regular intervals or as situations change.
  • Ensure systems are in place for effective monitoring, measuring and reporting of Health and Safety issues to the Executive Principal and where appropriate the Trust H&S Manager.
  • Oversee facilities lettings to increase income and business opportunities.
  • Manage external contractors to ensure SLAs are met including catering and cleaning.
  • Oversee the management of the Academy's asset register.
  • Oversee and manage the Academy's IT function.
  • Liaise with the Director of IT to review technology across the Academy and introduce new technology or improve existing technology for different purposes.
  • Act as the Academy's Data Protection Officer and ensure GDPR is implemented.

Benefits:

  • Season Ticket Loans
  • Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes
  • Staff Development
  • Well-being
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Learning
  • Pension Scheme
  • Perkbox

Salary: £59,000 to £68,000 + exceptional benefits package.

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