ABOUT
CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS (CSVPA)
Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) is one of the UK’s leading providers of Art & Design, Drama and Music pathway and higher education programmes. Since 1985, CSVPA has been a specialist arts foundation school, and over time has grown its portfolio to include undergraduate degrees and a master’s preparation programme. Our unique and personalised approach to creative learning has given students the opportunity to develop their skills, build their confidence and progress onto some of the most prestigious Art & Design schools, music conservatoires and world-renowned drama schools.CSVPA is part of CATS Global Schools, a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.The group brings together 16 institutions that provide students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. Our dedicated team of pioneering, persevering people, including teachers and welfare specialists, work together to create a positive environment so that every student achieves their full potential.
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a proactive and well-organised Compliance & Operations Officer to support the smooth, compliant, and efficient running of our school’s operational services. Working as part of the Operations Team, you will play a key role in maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks (including ISI, KCSIE, and the Health & Safety Executive), while also providing high-quality administrative support across estates, maintenance, catering, and other operational functions. This is a varied and rewarding position, ideal for someone who thrives on bringing structure, organisation, and assurance to a busy school environment.
For further information on roles and responsibilities, please refer to the job description.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
You’ll be highly organised, detail-focused, and confident working with data, documents, and people alike. You will balance a compliance-driven mindset with strong administrative and interpersonal skills, enabling the Operations Department to function smoothly and effectively. Essential Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience in an administrative, coordination, or compliance-related role.Understanding of operational compliance requirements (e.g. health & safety, fire safety, contractor management).Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Strong IT proficiency, including MS Office and document management systems.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.A collaborative and professional approach, with discretion and respect for confidentiality. DesirableNEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent qualification (or willingness to work towards one).Experience in an education, boarding, or residential environment.
Familiarity with ISI and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
Knowledge of safeguarding and safer recruitment principles.
Experience managing supplier or contractor documentation.
BENEFITS
Cycle to work Scheme
Tech Scheme
Car Scheme
Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
Free eye tests
Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
Employee Assistance Programme
Group income protection
GP24: GP Access for all
Health Cash Plan
Death in Service
Long service awards
Employee referral scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.
Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.
We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.
SAFEGUARDING
CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.
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