Operations Manager
Byron Wood Primary Academy, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 7EJ15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
4 December 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £33,699.00 - £38,502.00 Annually (FTE) £29,824 - £34,074 pro rata
Operations Manager job summary
Hours: Full-time, 40 weeks per year.
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 4th December 2025
About Byron Wood Primary Academy
Byron Wood Primary Academy is a welcoming and ambitious school dedicated to providing high-quality education in a safe, supportive environment. We are proud of our strong community ethos and commitment to helping every child achieve their full potential. Our staff work collaboratively to create an inclusive and inspiring learning experience for all pupils.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the academy, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Manage site services, health and safety, and maintenance to provide a safe and efficient learning environment.
- Support budget monitoring and procurement processes.
- Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and external agencies to maintain high standards of service.
- Work closely with the Principal and leadership team to deliver operational excellence.
What We’re Looking For
- Proactive and organised with a solution-focused approach.
- Strong leadership and communication skills to manage staff and liaise with stakeholders.
- Experience in operations or facilities management, ideally within an educational environment.
- Sound understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Competent in budget management and resource allocation.
- Skilled in contractor management and overseeing maintenance schedules.
- Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and ensuring a safe environment for pupils and staff.
- IT literacy for managing systems and reporting.
Interested in Applying?
If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.
Closing Date:
The closing date for applications is 4th December2025. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
Flexible Interview Dates:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window. Apply today to avoid disappointment and become a part of our mission to create a positive impact!
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local community.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Byron Wood Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 426 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Byron Wood Primary Academy website
We are extremely delighted to welcome you to Byron Wood Academy and we hope you’ll find all the information you require on our site.
At Byron Wood, we aim to establish a strong partnership with parents/carers in order to help build an environment where your children can thrive and reach their full potential.
If you cannot find what you’re looking for on our site, or you simply want to talk face-to-face with a member of staff, feel free to contact us. Our staff will be on hand to answer any queries you have or to keep you updated with the latest information regarding the academy.
Mrs Bee Wood – Principal
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