School Operations Manager
Shebbear College
Devon
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 19 January 2026
- Apply by:
- 16 January 2026
Job overview
We are looking to appoint a School Operations manager at Shebbear College.
Shebbear College is a small independent day and boarding school of around 300 pupils, for boys and girls aged from 2 – 18. Set in 85-acres of countryside between Dartmoor and Exmoor, it is an idyllic location in which to work. Class sizes are smaller than average throughout the school and we pride ourselves on knowing every pupil as an individual, recognising their potential and helping them to achieve their best, whatever that may be. This is what makes us special and stands us apart from other schools.
As our School Operations Manager you will lead and manage all aspects of the operations and facilities of the School. Lead, manage and continuously improve all aspects of school operations by:
Ensuring a safe, compliant and well-maintained environment.
Providing professional leadership to operational teams.
Supporting strategic planning and delivery.
Managing estates, transport, facilities and business operations.
Enabling the School’s educational mission through exceptional operational support.
This role will suit someone who is detail orientated and strategic at the same time, your workload will be varied and require confidentiality, discretion and empathy.
You will have to manage and work with various departments so the ability to prioritise and communicate clearly is key.
You will be welcomed and as a member of staff at Inspired Learning Group you will benefit from the following;
Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows.
Ongoing coaching from the management team
Childcare fee discount
Pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme up to £750
Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world
Employee Assistance Programme.
If you feel you have the skills and attributes for this role we welcome your application. Please apply by clicking https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001036
A full Job description is available on request.
For further information please do not hesitate to contact Tom Havard on 07706 323847 or tom@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
Inspired Learning Group is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
About Shebbear College
Founded in 1841 and steeped in history, Shebbear College is a thriving day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 4 to 18. Our 85-acre campus is situated in the beautiful Devon countryside, close to Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks and the fantastic surfing beaches of the North Cornwall coast.
Life at Shebbear is busy, filled with academic purpose, co-curricular activity, creative discovery and outdoor adventure - we believe in a broad, extensive education where pupils excel in all areas of the curriculum. Our talented staff and ambitious pupils together form a happy, caring community that challenges, innovates and develops a love of learning.
Our smaller size means that our staff know all of our pupils individually, enabling each child to discover their own strengths and find the confidence to shine. Every pupil is different and our team of passionate and committed teachers will find their spark and discover what motivates them, meaning that each pupil can develop their potential and feel empowered to be the very best they can be - academically, socially and morally.
Shebbear pupils consistently achieve excellent A-level, BTEC and GCSE results year-on-year. We are proud to be a non-selective school and we believe that our pupils succeed because they are happy at school. The mix of our pupil-centered curriculum, our dedicated teachers, the individual attention and the extensive range of co-curricular opportunities on offer are key factors in this success.
At Shebbear College you will find confident, courageous, compassionate, creative, curious and courteous pupils who will welcome you with open arms!
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