Operations Officer

Walker Riverside Academy, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 4AW

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  26 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): Working 37 hours per week all year round
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade N6 £32,597 - £35,412 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Officer to support the daily operations of the Academy, ensuring a safe, organised and efficient environment for students and staff. Working closely with our PFI contractor staff and Trust Estates Manager the successful candidate will focus on facilities support, estates supervision and logistics and lead on first aid, fire safety and health and safety.

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme and have access to high quality CPD. Opportunities are also available for Trust wide working and career development opportunities. You will also receive consistent support from a dedicated Headteacher, SLT, CEO, Trust Central Team, Local Governing Body and Trust Board.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Operations Officer - Recruitment Pack SUPPORT STAFF.pdf - 1.28 MB (opens in new tab)

About Walker Riverside Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1123 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Walker Riverside Academy website
• Email address: melissa.dobrianski@tynecoast.academy
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/walker-riverside-academy

We are an 11-16, all ability Academy built upon a starting premise that everyone is made to feel welcome, safe and supported. We are an inclusive community that believes in maintaining strong partnerships with parents/carers and students to ensure that our learners thrive in a secure and stimulating environment. We are committed to providing a quality education where the individual is valued and respected.

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