Due to the growth and development of the school and our finance team, we have a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated and experienced Assistant Bursar to join our dedicated team. This exciting position would suit an individual who is proactive and innovative and who has the ambition for continuous professional development.
The role would involve working specifically with the Bursar to support the school’s finance and operational functions. Ideally, the successful applicant will be available to take up the post as soon as possible.
The role of the Assistant Bursar is to support the Bursar in the financial management and operational running of the school. As such the role is varied, widespread and demands a large degree of flexibility on the part of the post holder.
This role would be suitable for a candidate with future aspirations of becoming a School Bursar, further training would be available for the successful candidate.
The post holder should have effective time management and organisational skills, an accountancy qualification (qualified by experience would be considered) and strong IT skills. Responsibilities will include financial management and support of estates management, leasing of facilities, health & safety, compliance, IT and general management and administration.
Prior experience of working in a school is not a pre-requisite but a tangible interest in, and empathy for, independent education is important.
The Bursar’s Assistant reports to the Bursar and works closely with the Finance Team, Estate and Facilities Manager and Administrative Staff.