Chief Operations Officer

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Chief Operations Officer | 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chief Operations Officer on behalf of our client based in Telford, Shropshire on a Fixed Term Contract to cover maternity leave.

The Chief Operating Officer will oversee all operational functions of the Trust, which consists of a central team two primary schools, such as: Premises and grounds, Health and Safety, compliance, IT, Catering, Supplier Management, Procurement, purchasing and bids and grant.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Providing strategic direction and oversight for all operational functions.
• Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and initiatives to optimise efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Monitoring key performance metrics and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Building and nurturing a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
  
  

The COO will:

• Contribute to, and support the delivery of, the Trust’s strategic aims.
• Contribute to the Trust’s strategic planning, taking ownership of aspects of key documents such as the business plan, the long-term strategic plan, risk assessments and self-evaluation documents.
• Develop the Trust’s central services to meet requirements and support continuous improvement.
• Support the growth and development of the Trust, including due diligence and supporting schools as they join the Trust.
• Contribute to the Trust’s risk assessment and risk management efforts and take appropriate steps to mitigate identified risks.
• Develop and embed the Trust’s ethos and values, supporting the creation of a Trust culture that embodies these values.
  
  

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience of working in School Administration.
• Access to your own transport as there are multiple sites.
• Project Management Accreditation i.e. PRINCE2
• Relevant qualifications such as a Degree or Operations Management Qualification
• Extensive management experience in estates and facilities management with a track record of driving operations to improved performance.
• Extensive working knowledge of legislative regulations relevant to this position.
• Subject matter expert in at least one of the following key areas; property and grounds, IT and compliance, catering, procurement, bids, and grants; Strong leadership skills with the ability to positively motivate key stakeholders to engage with initiative.
• Experience working with academies or schools.
• An awareness of child protection and safeguarding issues.
• Excellent face to face, written and IT communication skills with the ability to effectively influence and delegate outside of your reporting chain.
• The ability to effectively manage a wide and varied workload.
• Car and current, valid driving licence enabling travel between sites.
• Excellent computer skills.
• First Aider (or willingness to undertake training)
  
  

Personal Qualities:

• Resilience and the ability to maintain and objective perspective.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Reliability, integrity, and stamina.
• Honest and open.
• Determination and the highest possible expectations of self and others.
• Demonstrates a ‘can do’ attitude including offering solutions.
• Flexibility to meet deadlines and respond to unplanned events.
• Ability to inspire confidence in all stakeholders.
• Communicates effectively.
• Enjoy being part of a forward-thinking team and approach change in a positive way.
  

Hours: Monday to Friday | 8.15am - 4.15pm | 37.5 hours weekly.
Salary: £50,512.00 per annum.

Please note: More details of this position will be disclosed upon interview.

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