Operations Assistant

Key Responsibilities

Operations Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date operational documentation
• Support the management of approved supplier registers
• Take minutes at key meetings (e.g. Estates and Health & Safety)
• Respond to operational queries from school staff
• Support procurement of IT, furniture, and equipment (non-curriculum)
• Maintain Trust contracts and inventory registers

Lettings Management

• Coordinate the Trust’s lettings function
• Show prospective hirers around the premises
• Onboard and vet new hirers
• Manage agreements, invoicing, and payments
• Respond to lettings queries

Fleet Administration

• Coordinate MOTs, servicing, and compliance checks
• Carry out DVLA and licence checks
• Liaise with leasing companies and manage contracts
• Ensure appropriate insurance and regulatory compliance

General Administration

• Support purchase orders and invoice processing
• Assist with policy administration and website uploads
• Provide flexible administrative support to the Central Team

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Has confident communication and interpersonal skills
• Is proactive, flexible, and able to manage a varied workload
• Is comfortable working with systems, data, and processes
• Can work independently and as part of a team

Experience in administration, operations, or a school/Trust environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Brighter Futures Educational Trust is committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, or marital status.

Additional Information

• Occasional travel to other Trust sites may be required
• Training and development opportunities will be provided
• You will be expected to uphold the Trust’s mission and values in all aspects of your work

What we can offer

• A supportive and collaborative team
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s lives
• Competitive salary and benefits package included
• Local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing package which includes GP 24/7, Physiotherapy and Counselling through Education Mutual

Apply Now

If you are looking for a flexible, varied role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.