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CURRENT VACANCIES
Application forms and job descriptions for vacancies are available to download below. Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@woodlandsmeed.co.uk or posted to the school site.
This school and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references, and verification of medical fitness.
Woodlands Meed is an inclusive employer and committed to ensuring applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview provided the minimum requirements for the role are met. We will ensure any reasonable adjustments you may need to access the interview are in place. We are committed to the Government Disability Confident scheme.
A full training programme will form part of your induction and a comprehensive INSET training package will equip you to meet the needs of our learners.
We offer all staff access to a bespoke employee wellbeing programme.
Operations Manager
Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Burgess Hill, time will be split working between the school and college sites
Contract Type: Permanent, term time plus 5 inset days plus 1 week (flexible timing) during school holidays
Hours: 35 hours per week plus 30 minute lunch break, 8.00am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday
Salary: NJC Grade 8 – Actual pro rata starting salary £27395
About Us
Woodlands Meed is a thriving, inclusive school dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive, inspiring environment for students, staff, and families. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Operations Manager to play a key role in the smooth running of our school.
The Role
The attached job description provides a comprehensive explanation of the key responsibilities of the role.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who is:
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.
- A strong communicator who can work with staff, governors, and external partners.
- Experienced in managing people, systems, and processes in a busy organisation (experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential).
- Confident with IT systems.
- Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused.
What We Offer
- A supportive, collaborative school community.
- Professional development opportunities and training.
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
How to Apply
Please complete the application form and return it to recruitment@woodlandsmeed.co.uk by 10th October 2025.
For an informal conversation about the role or to arrange a school visit, please contact office@woodlandsmeed.co.uk
Closing date: 10th October 2025
Interview date: likely to be w/c 20/10/25
To start: December 2025