School Operations Manager/Assistant Bursar

Job Description

This is an exciting new opportunity to provide professional management of the transport, facilities, catering, cleaning and procurement operations in the school. This is a new role and the holder will be leading and developing a newly formed team.DwightSchool London was authorised as an International Baccalaureate World School in 1995 and has continued to thrive internationally with close links to its sister schools in New York, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai and the Dwight Global Online school. The Dwight Schoolcommunity has a rich diversity of cultures, nationalities and experiences, with over 50 nationalities represented and over 40 languages spoken which we truly benefit from and cherish.Dwight is a values-driven organisation and we welcome applications from individualswho share our vision to nurture confident, compassionate young people who influence the future as well as committing to the IB philosophy of educating for a better, more peaceful world.We are looking for an individual who will be able to inspire and enthuseothers in a demanding, multifaceted role, and who will relish the opportunity to take control and shape this new department. We are happy to consider those looking for a real opportunity to progress their careers, as well as highly experienced applicants.Wewant to hear from you if you can offer the following: Experience of business operations management Experience of managing budgets Knowledge and understanding of health and safety obligations Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to workindependently with initiative Strong relationship building skills Values that are aligned with Dwights vision and values Flexibility and adaptabilityIn return we can offer:A supportive and innovative leadership team Professional development opportunitiesCollaboration with colleagues in other Dwight schools across the globe An environment that nurtures personal growth and values individual contributions The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of childrenHow to Apply:Please apply via email with acopy of your current CV and a covering letter explaining why you think you would be the ideal candidate for this role.If you shortlisted, you will be required to complete our full, standard application form.Dwight School London is committed to safeguardingand protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in placewhich promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2020 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Dwight School Londonaims to be a fair employer and is committed to equal opportunities. The School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.The School will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the joband working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants.