Purpose of Role:<\/p>\n
\tThe School Operations Manager drives student achievement in the SPARK Schools network by ensuring that their school operates smoothly, efficiently, and to a consistent standard of excellence.
\n\tThe School Operations Manager is integral to the SPARK Schools culture and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.<\/p>\n
Requirements
\nResponsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tImplement school\u00ad wide systems and procedures (for example, arrivals, dismissals, cover timetables, study hall timetables, and examination administration) to facilitate student achievement and align with SPARK Schools network -wide best practice.
\n\tSupport scholar achievement by setting clear and high expectations for excellent facilitation and monitoring in all innovation hubs.
\n\tMaintain a regular schedule of observations in all the innovation hubs and observation review meetings with blended learning facilitators to ensure that they can successfully plan online courses, execute monitoring and tracking, and implement SPARK Schools\u2019 culture and behaviour management techniques.
\n\tFacilitate professional development for operational staff & Blended Learning Facilitators on the implementation of school\u00adwide systems, as well as personal and professional competencies. This includes designing and facilitating biweekly group sessions and individual one-on-one coaching sessions, as well as arranging for individual professional growth opportunities.
\n\tOversee the Office Manager\u2019s administration of student information systems and student records.
\n\tEnsure study hall attendance and late pick up is tracked accurately and submitted to billing on time.
\n\tEnsure effective study material\/resources are sourced and procured for high school scholars, in coordination with the Learning Model team.
\n\tImplement a rigorous study hall product with measurable academic outcomes using data-driven strategies.
\n\tOrganise and manage the high school clubs as per the implementation guide.
\n\tManage the clubs and XC project budget, coordinating delivery of materials and resources in full and on time.
\n\tManage examination routines & procedures as outlined in the implementation guides and by DBE regulations.
\n\tOrganise and maintain relationships with extramural vendors.
\n\tLine manage school site operational staff (office manager, facilities and maintenance staff, supervisors, and security guard) & Blended Learning Facilitators, including regular performance reviews.
\n\tManage all school inventory, including fixed assets (technology and furniture), stationery, cleaning supplies, and other resources.
\n\tConduct weekly asset checks of all Chromebooks for scholars and staff radios.
\n\tManage roaming Chromebook set and maintain a register, schedule and daily monitoring of roaming Chromebooks.
\n\tConduct monthly stock take and update asset counts.
\n\tOversee the maintenance of the school facility, including coordinating efforts amongst facilities and maintenance staff, SPARK Schools Support staff, outside vendors and suppliers, and security services.
\n\tMaintain a daily schedule of facilities and grounds walk-arounds and observations, including lunch, break and study hall observations.
\n\tCoordinate with the Procurement team at SPARK Support for fixed assets and consumables.
\n\tManage the site specific and study hall budgets.
\n\tParticipate in the selection of new school-based staff.
\n\tOnboard new personnel.
\n\tUnderstand and enforce network-wide policies and compliance requirements, including related Umalusi regulations.
\n\tLead the site-specific crisis management team.
\n\tUnderstand and implement SPARK Schools crisis management strategy.
\n\tAttend to sick or injured children and liaise with parents\/guardians about their children.
\n\tAttend to sick or injured staff and liaise with emergency contacts.
\n\tAttend coaching 1:1s with the school principal and regular team meetings with the principal and assistant principal(s).
\n\tParticipate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the SPARK Schools team.
\n\tConduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Criteria:<\/p>\n
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria:<\/p>\n
\tCompleted B.Ed or PGCE degree (SP & FET)
\n\tSACE registration
\n\t2-3 years of classroom instruction
\n\t2-3 years operational management\/leadership in a high school context
\n\tLevel 1 and 2 first aid certificates
\n\tClear criminal record
\n\tEnglish language fluency<\/p>\n
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