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St Augustine Academy is looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Operations and Finance Manager to join our dedicated and friendly school team.
This is a key role supporting the effective operational and financial running of the Academy and wider Trust. You will work closely with senior staff and the Trust Finance Team to help ensure high standards across finance, site and premises, IT, administration, health and safety, and payroll input.
The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in school business or operational management. Experience in managing teams and a commitment to delivering high-quality support services are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring compliance with the Trust Finance Handbook, ESFA requirements, and internal control systems.
2. Support the Finance Business Partner and Trust Finance Director with monthly reporting, audits, year-end procedures, and statutory financial returns.
3. Manage and reconcile payroll processes in liaison with external providers, ensuring accurate pension and salary administration.
4. Line manage and support operational leads including finance, site, IT, administration, and catering, ensuring effective performance management and development.
5. Ensure robust H&S procedures are in place, including risk assessments, emergency planning, training, and incident reporting.
6. Oversee maintenance, repairs, and capital projects in collaboration with the Site Manager, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient school facilities.
7. Work with the IT Network Manager to ensure IT systems are secure, effective, and compliant with data protection and information governance requirements.
8. Manage the wider administration team to ensure high-quality support services, efficient communication, and continuous service improvement.
9. Oversee catering provision and school lettings to ensure value for money and smooth operations across both internal and external services.
10. Ensure operational practices align with relevant legislation, Trust policies, and risk management procedures, maintaining accurate records and reporting as required.
CV’s will not be accepted.