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Operations Manager

  • Permanent
  • Grade SCP 32-36 (£42,839 - £47,181)
  • 37 hours per week, 52-weeks per year
  • To start September 2026 (earlier start date available for the right candidate)
  • Closing date: 9am, Monday 11th May 2026

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The Wren is looking for individuals who understand the value of learning and education and want to offer their knowledge, experience and skills to support our young people to be even better than they think they can be.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader who will work closely and collaboratively with all members of the senior leadership team, to help embed the vision and values of The Wren as we strive to offer an exceptional education to all. You will also be part of a wider team of Secondary Operations Manager professionals within the Excalibur Academies Trust and will have the opportunity to work with and support other schools, as well as being supported by the Trust Shared Service Team.

Our Operations Manager is responsible for managing the strategy and operation of the business function of the school, including site management, health and safety, compliance and administration. They will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enables the school to operate effectively and efficiently. They will support the Principal and Shared Services Estates Team in leading on major or complex estates projects at the school.

Further information can be found in the Recruitment Brochure available on the vacancy page of our website, www.wren.excalibur.org.uk or by visiting:
https://wren.excalibur.org.uk/join-our-community/join-us-staff/vacancies/

The closing date is 9am Monday 11th May 2026; applicants should apply through My New Term: https://mynewterm.com/school/The-Wren-School/142121

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 19th May 2026.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact the HR Lead, Lynn Smith, at the school on 0118 2143888.

Please submit your application early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren School values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.

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1 May 2026
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The Wren School

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Tel: 0118 959 1868
Email: admin@wrenschool.org
Web: www.wrenschool.org
School Address
61-63 Bath Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG30 2BB
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