School Operations Lead

William Lovell Church of England Academy, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 8AA

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, term time plus inset days and 3 additional weeks during school closures. Flexible to suit the candidate, the hours can be split over 4 days or 5
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 7, Points 18 – 21, £32,597.00 - £35,413.00 FTE
• Actual salary: £26,478.32 - £28,765.74 (pro rata)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the central team and the school leadership team, the School Operations Lead is responsible for the coordination, planning, development, and delivery of high-quality operational support functions within the school.

The post holder will oversee and coordinate administration, site management, IT and catering functions at school level, ensuring alignment with LAAT policies and procedures and working closely with LAAT central team colleagues and directories.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

Day to day responsibility for the quality, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of school support functions.

Line manage support staff, including (but not limited to) the Finance & Administration Officer, Data and Exams Officer, and Student Services Administrator.

Act as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team where appropriate and within the operational scope of this role.

Act as a trusted operational partner to the Headteacher, supporting the preparation of reports, documentation, and key processes, ensuring they are well-informed and able to focus on strategic leadership.

Finance and Resources

Work in conjunction with the Finance and Administration Officer and Trust colleagues to support the effective operation of the school’s financial systems and processes in line with LAAT policy.

Lead the identification and development of income-generating opportunities, including the use of school facilities and community partnerships, bringing a proactive, creative and commercially aware approach.

Health & Safety and Site Management

Work in conjunction with the Estates Manager and Site Manager to manage school facilities, including the operational delivery of lettings, premises use, and external contractors.

Support the Headteacher with relevant health and safety quality assurance across the school, with due regard to pupils, staff, and visitors.

Oversee the coordination and management of visitors to the school site.

Responsible for the effective operational planning and delivery of school events, ensuring they are safe, well-organised, and support wider engagement activities.

Data, IT, and Digital Systems

Working within LAAT policy and processes, ensure appropriate systems are in place at school level for the storage, handling, and protection of data in line with GDPR requirements.

Ensure the pupil census is completed accurately and submitted within statutory deadlines.

Oversee the school’s Management Information System (MIS), ensuring:

Data accuracy and compliance

Effective use of the system to support school operations

Appropriate staff training and access levels

Ensure effective management of digital devices across the school.

Marketing and Communications

Working with the headteacher and the Trust external marketing experts, lead the development and delivery of a proactive marketing and communications strategy that enhances the school’s reputation, strengthens community engagement, and supports pupil recruitment and retention.

Lead the school’s digital presence, including the website and social media channels, ensuring content is engaging, up to date, compliant, and reflects the school’s vision and values.

Work closely with the Headteacher and Trust to promote key messages, celebrate successes, and ensure consistent branding and communications aligned with LAAT expectations.

Lead on the promotion and stakeholder engagement aspects of school events (e.g. open evenings and community initiatives), working alongside operational teams to ensure high attendance and a strong external profile.

People Management and Compliance

Maintain staff personnel files and training records in conjunction with the central Colleague Services Team.

Oversee in-school recruitment processes and induction processes, supporting line managers with administration as required. Oversee training processes, for new starters, leavers, and changes to colleague records.

Work closely with LAAT’s central Colleague Services Team to ensure all relevant corporate policies are applied consistently.

Other Requirements

The post holder will be expected to be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities associated with this role.

The post holder will be expected to travel to Head Office for training and professional development.

This job description is not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties, within the general scope of the role, as required from time to time. Such duties will not substantially alter the nature or level of responsibility of the post without agreement.

All duties must be carried out in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies and procedures.

All employees have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and must follow the Academy’s Safeguarding Policy if concerns arise.

What the school offers its staff

William Lovell Church of England Academy

Everyone has the potential to flourish. Rooted in our Christian foundation, we are an inclusive school that nurtures academically, morally, and spiritually. We commit to offering rich opportunities that prepare our students for life’s journey.

We pursue excellence by planting seeds of curiosity, inspiring a love of learning, and cultivating high expectations through challenge and support.

We nourish strong roots of resilience, encouraging responsibility and empowering everyone to grow, confident and ready to make positive differences to society.

The light in our community helps us to grow, responsibility is the compass that guides us, and excellence is the path we walk to reach a brighter future.

This is our William Lovell Legacy.

William Lovell Church of England Academy Values

· Responsibility · Excellence · Growth

“The smallest of all seeds, when it has grown, is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches." Matthew 13:32

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

The LAAT Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

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.

WIL - School Operations Lead.pdf - 1.55 MB (opens in new tab)

About William Lovell Church of England Academy

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 315 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: William Lovell Church of England Academy website
• Email address: enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk
• Phone number: 01205 480352
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/william-lovell-church-of-england-academy

At William Lovell Church of England Academy, we strive to create an inclusive atmosphere with a family-feel, where strength of character goes hand in hand with academic achievement.

Every person is valued within our school. We empower and challenge all, encouraging and building one another up to become the best version of themselves.

Our aim is for all pupils and to have the widest possible life choices and we hope to inspire every member of the community to have a positive impact on the world around them. We trust that they have the power to make a difference.

Arranging a visit to William Lovell Church of England Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk.

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