Operations Manager

Hours: 37 Hours per Week / 52 Weeks per Year

Salary: £41, 326

Newbury College is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager to lead the effective delivery of our operational services within the college and its offsite facilities.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring the college’s facilities are safe, compliant, and conducive to a high-quality learning environment.

What You’ll Do:

Lead the effective management of the college’s operational services, including facilities and health and safety.

Act as the key liaison with our on-site facilities partner, Mitie FM Services.

Oversee facilities management, ensuring a high-quality, compliant, and efficient learning environment.

Provide expert advice and leadership on the implementation of health and safety practices and policies.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the college’s strategic goals through operational excellence

We’re looking for someone who is:

Experienced in facilities and health & safety management, ideally within an educational or public sector setting.

Strong understanding of financial planning, with experience in managing budgets and ensuring effective budgetary control.

A confident communicator and problem-solver, able to lead teams and influence at all levels.

NEBOSH and IOSH qualified (or equivalent) and familiar with current health & safety legislation and best practices.

For full details, please see the attached Job description.

If you would like to have an informal conversation prior to applying, please contact Recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk to arrange a team’s/phone conversation with a member of our leadership team.

About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury

We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.

What we offer

Financial Benefits:

Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence

Teaching Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and Wellness:

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme

On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20

Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities

Free Annual Flu Jab

Staff Summer Event

Professional Development:

Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses

Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement

Work-Life Balance:

35 days of holiday

Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life

Campus Amenities and Discounts:

Free onsite parking

Access to a corporate discount scheme

Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon

Good value food and drink at the Street Café

Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)