Lift Bexleyheath Β· Bexleyheath, London
School Operations Manager
Lift Bexleyheath
Woolwich Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA United Kingdom
Salary: NJC 35 - 37 Β£49,056 - Β£51,138 (actual) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full Time, 52 weeks
Contract: Permanent
Start date: August 2026
The role that keeps the school running.
Every great school needs someone who makes things happen.
As School Operations Manager at Lift Bexleyheath, you'll be the operational leader who keeps the school running smoothly, safely and efficiently. From finance and fcilities to compliance, administration and health & safety, you'll bring together multiple functions and ensure everything works seamlessly behind the scenes so our teachers can focus on teaching and our students can focus on learning.
This isn't a role spent sitting behind a desk.
You'll be visible across the school, solving problems, leading teams, working with contractors, supporting staff and building strong relationships with colleagues across the Trust. No two days will be the same.
What you'll be responsible for:
* Leading the school's administration and operational teams * Driving high standards of compliance, health & safety and data protection * Overseeing facilities, catering, cleaning and IT services * Supporting procurement, finance and budget administration * Coordinating staffing cover and key people processes * Managing lettings, transport, communications and operational logistics * Acting as the key link between the school and central support teams
Simply put, you'll be the person who spots issues, finds solutions and gets things done.
Who we're looking for:
You'll be an organised, proactive and highly capable operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
You may already be working in:
* School operations or school business support * Facilities or estates management * Project or operations management * Hospitality, events or service delivery * Another operational leadership role where no two days are the same
Most importantly, you'll be:
* A natural problem solver * Calm under pressure * An excellent communicator * Comfortable leading and developing teams * Highly organised and able to juggle multiple priorities * Passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people
About Lift Bexleyheath:
Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and ambitious secondary school with a strong community ethos and a clear focus on continuous improvement.
Located just 30 minutes from central London, we're investing in our future, including a brand-new sixth form centre and improved learning environments. You'll be joining a committed team with high expectations and a shared determination to provide an excellent education for every student.
Who is Lift Schools?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across