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OPERATIONS MANAGER REQUIRED
Salary: Local Government Payscale, Band 7, within the Range 30-35, depending upon experience £29,636 - £34,377 per annum pro rata, actual salary £27,413.30 - £31,798.73
Contract Type: 37 hours per week, term time including inset days plus 3 weeks holiday working
Contract Term: Permanent
Place of Work: Herringham Primary Academy
Start Date:January 2018
The Gateway Learning Community [GLC] is a partnership between one secondary and four primary schools located within Tilbury and Chadwell in the borough of Thurrock to the east of London.
At Herringham Primary Academy we are passionate about learning. Our highest priority is to provide an environment to our pupils that excites, motivates and challenges them and encourages lifelong learning and an interest in the world around them.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our happy committed team to ensure the efficient and effective running of all non-teaching services throughout Herringham Primary Academy. You will be responsible for the day to day running of administration, site, cleaning, grounds maintenance, catering, technical, reprographics, lettings, procurement and communications services of Herringham Primary Academy. Working with the academy's leadership team, the position also contributes to the development and implementation of organisational strategies, policies and practices. This position will also interact with the Board of Directors as required.
This key role is crucial to our success and is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated individual who;
• Has excellent organisation and strategic management skills with an ability to work at all levels;
• Has the ability to build effective working relationships with governors, school staff, parents and the office team;
Has experience of working within a Primary School setting;
• Has experience of school budget setting and monitoring;
• Has excellent communication skills and is a team player with a positive approach;
• Has the ability to lead, operate, maintain and develop the financial procedures and systems of the school in co-operation with Senior Leaders and Governors;
• Is hard working and committed to continual improvement;
• Has a good sense of humour.
All candidates are advised to refer to the job description before making an application. Please email debbie.wright@theglc.org.uk for an application pack.
Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on Wednesday 8 November 2017
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 13 November 2017
At Herringham Primary Academy, St Mary's Road, Chadwell St Mary, RM16 4JX
The Gateway Learning Community is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.