Director of People and Operations
Reports to: CEO, Day One Trust
Salary: GBP85,000 to GBP98,500 (depending on experience)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Hybrid, across ELAM and LSA
Working pattern: Hybrid, with regular presence across ELAM and LSA
Holiday: 40 days annual leave
As Director of People and Operations, you will lead the Trust's people strategy and operational functions, ensuring that our staff, systems and environments enable exceptional outcomes for young people.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, workforce strategy and operational effectiveness across the Trust.
This is a Trust–level role combining strategic leadership with operational oversight. You will be responsible for all aspects of People and HR, while providing leadership and accountability for Estates and IT. The role is not expected to be the technical expert in estates management or IT infrastructure. Instead, you will ensure appropriate systems, partners, processes and governance are in place to deliver effective, compliant and high–quality services.
You will work closely with school leaders, trustees and external partners to ensure the Trust remains a great place to work and is well positioned to support future growth and expansion.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including flexi–leave days
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Season ticket loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Free eye tests and contribution towards eyewear
- Discounted gym membership and wellbeing subscriptions
- Workplace nursery scheme
- Opportunity to work across two Outstanding specialist institutions
- Access to a high–performing Trust team with deep expertise across education and industry
- Significant scope to shape Trust–wide strategy and influence growth
- A mission–driven organisation focused on widening access and impact
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