The First Federation Trust, a multi academy trust of 29 primary schools across Devon, Plymouth and West Dorset have recently created a new team structure and are looking to appoint a Director of Operations. This key new role will work closely with the CEO and other Directors to ensure the efficient, compliant and sustainable running of the Trust. The postholder will lead on all non-educational operational services, enabling schools and central functions to focus on delivering excellent outcomes for children.
This is a senior and pivotal role within the First Federation Trust's executive team. The Director of Operations will shape and drive the strategic and operational delivery of the key support services, ensuring that non-academic functions enable schools to deliver the best outcomes for pupils. The role spans leadership of estates, HR, IT, procurement and compliance functions, working collaboratively with colleagues across schools and the central team.
The successful candidate will be an experienced operational leader with a strong track record of working across complex organisations; ideally with experience in the education or public sector. You will bring a deep understanding of compliance, risk, resource management, alongside the ability to lead teams, manage change and think strategically. We are looking for someone who can communicate with clarity and integrity, balance vision with detail, and ensure that operational excellence underpins all that we do.
You will be values-driven, emotionally intelligent and thrive on working collaboratively with others to get the best outcomes.
In return we offer:
1. The opportunity to work with a progressive and forward thinking multi academy trust.
2. Employee wellbeing service.
3. Cycle to work scheme.
4. Contributory pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme.
If you have any queries about this role please email Paul Walker, CEO on.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for this post.
First Federation Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the Trust website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
For a full job pack and to apply, please go to the First Federation Trust website, .