Operations Assistant
Operations Assistant
Permanent; Full-time
Working pattern: 40 hours per week on a rotational shift pattern to ensure operational cover throughout the year
Closing date: Friday 12 December at 12 noon
Haileybury is seeking to appoint an Operations Assistant.
Role
The Operations Assistant will work as part of the Estates – Operations Department in the provision of services across the site in support of effective day-to-day operations, with the delivery of an exceptional level of customer service.
The post-holder will be highly organised, able to prioritise tasks, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. A flexible approach and willingness to respond to varying demands are key to thriving in this role.
The successful candidate is required to hold a full UK driving licence. Proven experience in facilities, security, domestic services, or post-room operations is essential, along with a strong understanding of health and safety protocols. Experience in a school or educational setting, a First Aid qualification, or SIA Security Training would be advantageous.
This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week on a rotational shift pattern to ensure operational cover throughout the year.
Please see the candidate brief for further information.
About Haileybury
Haileybury is an outstanding independent co-educational boarding and day school of around 900 pupils aged 11 to 18. Established in 1862, the School is situated on a beautiful 500-acre estate in Hertfordshire.
Haileybury enjoys an excellent worldwide and national reputation. This reputation is primarily based on the very high standard of education that is provided at the School. This was reflected in the report written by the ISI Inspection team who visited the School in October 2025. The report gives a clear picture of a progressive, ambitious school which offers its pupils the very best all-round education. We are also thrilled that Haileybury has been awarded the prestigious title of Boarding School of the Year 2024 by Tes.
Benefits offered include membership of the Operations staff pension scheme, lunch in the School’s magnificent Dining Hall (subject to hours of work), and use of the School’s facilities including gyms, a swimming pool, tennis club, and our Health and Wellbeing Centre.
How to apply
To apply for the above position please complete the application form in full, with reference to the job description, and return it to hr@haileybury.com by 12 noon on Friday 12 December 2025.
Please be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the application form has been filled in completely, including details of your full employment history.
The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The School has a diverse pupil body and is committed to its strategy of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds to enrich our collective knowledge and experience. Appointments will be made on merit.
Please see full details of our Privacy Notice for Staff and Recruitment Policy.
Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.