Business Operations Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 03 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 3HJ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | bb984525-54ae-4d0a-9524-b60c15e1229c |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a committed and forward‑thinking Business Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the school’s business operations with professionalism, care, and strategic oversight.
You will take responsibility for the effective running of key operational areas including administration, finance, HR, estates & facilities, health and safety, ICT, governance and data protection, ensuring high‑quality support for all stakeholders.
This role requires someone who is highly organised, collaborative, solutions‑focused and able to confidently manage systems, people, and processes in a busy and rewarding school environment.
The successful candidate will:
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across all business and support functions of the school.
• Work collaboratively with the central trust team, sharing good practice and ensuring compliance with trust policies and procedures.
• Lead on financial operations at school level, working closely with the Finance Business Partner and Headteacher to monitor budgets, maintain accurate financial records, and ensure Best Value.
• Oversee day‑to‑day HR operations, ensuring recruitment, employee records, absence management and payroll processes are accurate and timely.
• Manage facilities, estates and health & safety, ensuring our school remains a safe, compliant and well‑maintained environment for all.
• Lead the school’s administrative and reception functions, ensuring high‑quality systems, communication and customer service.
• Act as the school’s Data Protection Lead, supporting compliance with data protection legislation.
• Support governance arrangements and ensure key statutory returns and submissions are completed accurately.
• Model the values of Oak Learning Partnership and contribute actively to the wider strategic development of the school.
This role is ideal for:
An experienced business operations, school business management or corporate services professional seeking their next step into senior leadership.
• Someone with strong organisational, financial, HR or estates management experience who thrives in a role with variety and responsibility.
• A proactive leader who can juggle multiple priorities, motivate teams, and create efficient systems that make a real difference.
• A resilient, emotionally intelligent professional who believes deeply in inclusive education and putting children at the heart of every decision.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Blackburn Central High School
We are a popular, thriving school based in the heart of our community. We have been recognised by the Department for Education for our inclusive approach to education and Ofsted has congratulated our staff for being ‘determined and successful in improving teaching and students’ achievement’.
There are no secrets to an excellent education: it entails good teaching and learning, strong support and hard work. We pride ourselves on knowing and caring for all of our students, whilst having high expectations and ambitions for them all.
We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff
We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.
We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.
Please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk to arrange a visit.
Our Employee Benefits
At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.
In return you will benefit from:
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
• ExcellentContinuous Professional Development (CPD)
• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
• Networking opportunities across our trust
• Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
• Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.
Application
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For further information about the role please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.
Oak Learning Partnership
Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.
‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.
Commitment to safeguarding
Blackburn Central High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion
We are looking for a committed and forward‑thinking Business Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the school’s business operations with professionalism, care, and strategic oversight.
You will take responsibility for the effective running of key operational areas including administration, finance, HR, estates & facilities, health and safety, ICT, governance and data protection, ensuring high‑quality support for all stakeholders.
This role requires someone who is highly organised, collaborative, solutions‑focused and able to confidently manage systems, people, and processes in a busy and rewarding school environment.
The successful candidate will:
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across all business and support functions of the school.
• Work collaboratively with the central trust team, sharing good practice and ensuring compliance with trust policies and procedures.
• Lead on financial operations at school level, working closely with the Finance Business Partner and Headteacher to monitor budgets, maintain accurate financial records, and ensure Best Value.
• Oversee day‑to‑day HR operations, ensuring recruitment, employee records, absence management and payroll processes are accurate and timely.
• Manage facilities, estates and health & safety, ensuring our school remains a safe, compliant and well‑maintained environment for all.
• Lead the school’s administrative and reception functions, ensuring high‑quality systems, communication and customer service.
• Act as the school’s Data Protection Lead, supporting compliance with data protection legislation.
• Support governance arrangements and ensure key statutory returns and submissions are completed accurately.
• Model the values of Oak Learning Partnership and contribute actively to the wider strategic development of the school.
This role is ideal for:
An experienced business operations, school business management or corporate services professional seeking their next step into senior leadership.
• Someone with strong organisational, financial, HR or estates management experience who thrives in a role with variety and responsibility.
• A proactive leader who can juggle multiple priorities, motivate teams, and create efficient systems that make a real difference.
• A resilient, emotionally intelligent professional who believes deeply in inclusive education and putting children at the heart of every decision.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Blackburn Central High School
We are a popular, thriving school based in the heart of our community. We have been recognised by the Department for Education for our inclusive approach to education and Ofsted has congratulated our staff for being ‘determined and successful in improving teaching and students’ achievement’.
There are no secrets to an excellent education: it entails good teaching and learning, strong support and hard work. We pride ourselves on knowing and caring for all of our students, whilst having high expectations and ambitions for them all.
We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff
We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.
We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.
Please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk to arrange a visit.
Our Employee Benefits
At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.
In return you will benefit from:
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
• ExcellentContinuous Professional Development (CPD)
• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
• Networking opportunities across our trust
• Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
• Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.
Application
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For further information about the role please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.
Oak Learning Partnership
Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.
‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.
Commitment to safeguarding
Blackburn Central High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion