Main Purpose
*Provide operational leadership across HR, H&S, facilities, administration, compliance, and projects
*Represent the Headteacher where appropriate
*Support delivery of the School Improvement/Development Plan
*Lead cross-school and complex development projects
*Develop and implement policies aligned with statutory and LA requirements
*Build partnerships with schools, agencies and external partners
*Line-manage office, admin, site, premises and catering staff
*Act as school representative with parents, contractors and visitors
*Promote safeguarding at all times
Project Management
*Lead whole-school and capital projects
*Oversee progress and reporting
*Ensure compliance and best value
School Office & Administration
*Provide strategic leadership of administration
*Line manage office and admin staff
*Ensure professional, efficient front-of-house service
*Maintain statutory and safeguarding compliance
*Review and improve admin processes
Facilities, Health & Safety & Premises
*Lead estate management with Site Manager
*Oversee maintenance, refurbishment, and development
*Manage contracts and SLAs
*Maintain expert knowledge of H&S legislation
*Lead risk assessment and fire safety compliance
*Develop emergency and continuity plans
*Act as a key holder
Compliance, Data Protection & Contracts
*Act as Data Protection Officer
*Manage compliance with GDPR and statutory obligations
*Oversee contracts and tenders
*Respond to operational incidents
Human Resources
*Lead HR strategy and administration
*Ensure safer recruitment compliance
*Manage recruitment processes across all staff groups
*Maintain secure HR records (including SCR)
*Oversee staff absence and return-to-work
*Support workforce planning and performance management
*Ensure compliance with employment law
*Complete statutory returns e.g., School Workforce Census
Safeguarding & Professional Conduct
*Safeguard pupils at all times
*Uphold professional standards
*Maintain appropriate boundaries
*Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and British Values
General Responsibilities
*Adapt duties as school needs evolve
*Comply with policies and procedures
*Undertake tasks at the direction of the Headteacher