About this role
The Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust is seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to support the Director Of Operations and the Central Team in the smooth running of the Trust’s central function and activities.
We are a Multi-Academy Trust of 15 Primary Schools and one Special School all based in the Epping Forest district. Along with our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training), Teaching School and Family and Children Support Services, we are a leading educational organisation in Epping Forest. Formed in 2018, we are committed to collaborative working to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and school communities.
Pattern of Hours: 25 hours a week, 41 weeks per year (38 weeks plus 3 by agreement during the school holidays )
Monday to Friday 9.30 - 2.30, preferably working a Wednesday in the office. Flexibility over days can be discussed at the interview
The role will be based centrally; however, travelling between academies within the Trust is required.
Your responsibilities include:
To act as liaison for Trust-wide contracts
To oversee Health and Safety and Risk Management
To oversee Compliance
To oversee the Trust’s Estates Strategy
Experience in these areas is desirable, but not essential; we are seeking a highly organised person who is proactive and solution-focused. Where necessary, training in procurement best practice will be given to ensure economies of scale are achieved for all member schools in the Trust. This is a unique opportunity for the right person.
Essential skills:
The ability to communicate with different audiences, and to influence and inform whilst motivating teamworkCollaboration and productive working relationships.You will be joining a Trust (EFSPT) that is committed to Trauma Perceptive Practice, creating spaces of belonging and safety for our children and staff to flourish. We offer a supportive environment with a clear commitment to your own professional development and learning.
The closing date for applications is Friday 10th July at Midday. Interviews Tuesday 14th July 2026.
For more information on the Trust, please visit the EFSPT website www.efspt.org
For an informal conversation about this role, please contact the CFO, Karen Salmons, Email: [email protected]