Head of Operations The Vale Federation of Schools Salary: Range 9 Contract: Full Time, 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week Location: Multi site (Aylesbury area) Start Date: As soon as possible A pivotal leadership role shaping the future of our Federation The Vale Federation of Special Schools is seeking an exceptional, forward thinking Head of Operations to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the strategic and operational functions that underpin our mission to deliver an outstanding education for every pupil. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced operational leader to influence, innovate, and drive excellence across finance, estates, IT, compliance, catering, health and safety, and organisational development. If you are motivated by purpose, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, we would love to hear from you. About the Role As our Head of Operations, you will: • Provide strategic leadership across all non teaching operational functions of the Federation • Lead financial planning, budget management, and long term resource strategy • Oversee estates and facilities management across multiple sites, ensuring safe, secure, and high quality learning environments • Drive digital development, cyber security, and IT strategy • Lead on compliance, risk management, data protection, and statutory responsibilities • Manage key operational leaders including Premises, ..... full job details .....