About this role
Every great school needs someone who makes things happen!
As School Operations Manager at Lift Noel Park, you'll play a key role in keeping the school running smoothly, safely and efficiently.
You'll oversee a range of operational areas including finance, facilities, compliance, administration and health & safety. You'll be hands-on, visible and solution-focused, working closely with staff, contractors, families and the wider Trust.
No two days will be the same, and you'll be someone who enjoys solving problems and making things happen.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the school's administration and operational functions.
- Oversee facilities, estates, catering, cleaning and IT services.
- Ensure high standards of compliance, health & safety and data protection.
- Support HR, recruitment, finance, procurement and staffing processes.
- Manage lettings, communications and wider operational logistics.
- Work closely with central and regional Trust teams.
- Support the school's marketing, website and social media.
- Identify ways to improve systems, processes and efficiency.
What we're looking for
You'll be organised, proactive and confident, with experience of working in a busy operational environment. This could be within a school, facilities, project management, hospitality, events or another operational leadership role.
Most Importantly, You'll Be
- A natural problem solver who takes initiative.
- Calm and organised under pressure.
- An excellent communicator and relationship builder.
- Comfortable leading and supporting teams.
- Able to manage competing priorities.
- Committed to creating a safe, welcoming and positive environment for children and staff.
Simply put, you'll be the person who spots issues, finds solutions and gets things done.
Lift Noel Park
Lift Noel Park Primary is based in North London, opened on 1st September 2012 and is part of Lift Schools.Our Academy has 600 children aged between 3 and 11. We are situated in the heart of vibrant Wood Green, 2 minutes from the underground station and within easy reach of Crouch End, Hornsey and Highgate.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
How We Support You
We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.
Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you:* How we support you
Interview date: 5 November 2026
About facilities & operations roles for ex-police
Operations, facilities and site management roles. Running a shift, a custody suite or an operational unit is people-and-process management employers can use from day one.
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What facilities & operations roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Operations coordinator | £28,000–£36,000 |
| Facilities manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Operations manager | £45,000–£60,000 |
| Senior / regional operations manager | £55,000–£75,000 |