Operations Manager

Start date - January 2026

The Joseph Whitaker School is a popular 11-18 school, in Rainworth, a village just outside of Mansfield. It serves the three local villages of Blidworth, Rainworth and Ravenshead and has around 1370 students.

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Manager to support the raising of standards through the provision and line management of efficient and effective business, human resources, and support services.  The role includes line management of the Site Team, IT Network Manager, Finance Assistant and Catering Managers.

As a school we offer:

• a strong team environment that takes staff well-being seriously
• a dedicated Senior Leadership Team who want to see colleagues progress and flourish in their careers
• support from the wider Trust including numerous CPD opportunities
• access to Schools’ Advisory Service, offering mental health and wellbeing support to staff
• generous employer contribution to Local Government and Teacher Pensions Scheme
• free onsite parking
• cycle to work scheme

If you would like further information about the school or to arrange a visit, please telephone the school office on 01623 792327 or email headteacher@josephwhitaker.org

Interviews will take place on Thursday 27th November 2025.

To apply, please visit the Trust website www.emet.uk.com/vacancies and complete the online application form. On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.