Operations Manager | South East London | £40,388-£43,607

A school site doesn't run itself — it needs someone who can take ownership, solve problems and keep everything moving. A thriving secondary school in South East London is looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to lead its day-to-day facilities and operational services.

This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to take genuine ownership of the school environment while working closely with the School Business Manager and wider estates team.

The Role

You'll oversee the school's facilities and site operations, ensuring the environment remains safe, secure, compliant and well maintained.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day site operations, maintenance and repairs

• Coordinating planned and reactive maintenance programmes

• Supervising contractors and monitoring the quality of completed works

• Managing cleaning, security and other facilities services

• Carrying out site inspections and ensuring issues are addressed promptly

• Overseeing fire safety, health & safety and statutory compliance

• Managing risk assessments, inspections and required records

• Supporting procurement, quotations and contractor appointments

• Managing allocated budgets and monitoring expenditure

• Responding to emergencies and urgent site issues

• Supporting school events and wider operational requirements

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience in operations, facilities, estates or site management, with a strong understanding of health & safety and building maintenance.

You'll be practical, organised and confident managing contractors, budgets and competing priorities. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll work with staff, students, visitors, suppliers and external stakeholders.

A full clean UK driving licence is essential, alongside good IT skills and the ability to undertake practical site duties when required.

What You'll Get

• £40,388 – £43,607 per annum

• Permanent, full-time position

• 40 hours per week

• South East London location

• Opportunity to work as part of a wider estates network

• Professional development and training

• A varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy

Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Operations, Facilities or Estates professional who wants to take ownership of a busy school environment and make a visible difference every day.

Apply now with your CV for consideration.