Operations Manager

Wellington Lions Primary Academy, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7FP

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  October 2026

• Closing date

  1 September 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  13 August 2026

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: £37,280.00 - £39,152.00 Annually (Actual)

Operations Manager job summary

Operations Manager (Multi site)

Wellington Lions Primary Academy
Wellington Eagles Primary Academy

Actual Salary: NJC Grade J, £37,280- £39,152 (DOE)
Contract: Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week

Closing date: 8am, 1st September 2026
Interview Date: 8th or 10th September 2026
Anticipated Start Date: October 2026 or as early as possible thereafter

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to lead and coordinate operational services across two primary school sites. This is an exciting opportunity to work across two thriving schools within the Wellington Primary family. Located within the Tidworth and Ludgershall community, the role offers the variety and challenge of a multi-site position while enabling close collaboration between schools.

The successful candidate will have strong leadership, HR and administrative management skills, with the ability to drive efficiency, ensure compliance and build positive relationships with staff and stakeholders. You will be proactive, detail-focused and confident managing multiple priorities while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our schools. Experience in operations management, ideally within an educational setting, is desirable.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why choose us?

Wellington Eagles Primary Academy and Wellington Lions Primary Academy are two thriving schools within Ascend Learning Trust, serving the Tidworth and Ludgershall communities. Both schools are committed to delivering high-quality education through an engaging curriculum, inclusive culture and strong focus on pupil wellbeing. Together, they provide a supportive environment where children are inspired to be curious, resilient and ambitious learners who develop a lifelong love of learning.

At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto — Together we Belong, Believe, Become.— guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world‑class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high‑calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

• Free annual flu vaccines
• Discounted gym memberships
• 24/7 counselling helpline
• Annual Wellbeing Day*
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working solutions
• Optional health and fitness schemes*

Financial

• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes*

Career Progression

• Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
• Supportive performance development
• Apprenticeship and training opportunities
• Internal progression pathways
• Recognition and long-service awards

*Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent” and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

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.

About Wellington Lions Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 187 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wellington Lions Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wellington-lions-primary-academy

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