Job Description

Academy Operations Manager

Kingsway Park High School,

Turf Hill Road, Rochdale, OL16 4XA

Support Staff Pay Spine 3035 (39,513 44,711 FTE)

37 hours per week, Term Time + 4 weeks (43 weeks)


We are seeking an experienced and dynamic operational leader to join Kingsway Park High School as our new Academy Operations Lead.


This is a senior leadership role at the heart of the school, ensuring that the systems, services and structures which underpin teaching and learning run smoothly and effectively.

About the role

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will:

Lead and coordinate non-teaching operations including administration, compliance, health & safety, parental engagement, and whole-school logistics. Provide line management to operational leads and drive a culture of professionalism and high standards across all support teams. Act as the bridge between strategic priorities and day-to-day delivery, ensuring that school improvement plans are supported by robust systems. Work closely with the Headteacher and Trust central teams to ensure operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned to educational outcomes.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

Proven leadership and management experience in an operational or business support role. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex systems and competing priorities. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, parents and external partners. A proactive, solution-focused approach and a commitment to the highest standards of service.

Why join us?

At Kingsway Park High School you'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team who are committed to improving the lives and outcomes of young people in Rochdale. You'll have the opportunity to shape and lead school-wide operations in a role that makes a real impact every day.

We offer:

A supportive and collaborative senior team. Professional development opportunities within a growing multi-academy trust. A role where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to student success.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to recruitment@altusep.com by 11:59 pm on

08/09/2025.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be carried out on the successful candidate. The Trust is also committed to equal opportunities for all.


Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.


In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.


References will be requested if you are shortlisted for interview.


Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.