Bursar

Closing date: Friday 30th October 2026. Start ASAP.

Key responsibilities include financial administration, budget tracking, payments, procurement, reporting, HR administration, GDPR compliance, recruitment, and personnel record management.

Job Description Job Title: Bursar

Location: Cliffedale Primary School

Line Manager: Headteacher

Job Purpose: Promote high standards of business management and ensure effective use of resources supporting school objectives.

Main Areas: - Budget management and forecasting - Financial procedures and month-end processes - Purchase ledger and procurement - School fund administration - Sales invoicing and lettings - HR, recruitment, safeguarding checks and payroll liaison - Audit preparation and compliance - Resource management including line management responsibilities

Person Specification Qualifications: GCSE English and Maths and relevant Level 4+ qualification.

Skills: Communication, ICT, Finance Systems, Prioritisation, HR knowledge, Proactive and Resilient Mindset, Policy Awareness, Flexible, Good Communicator, Vigilant with Procedural Processes and Compliance

Experience: Financial strategic management, budgeting, staff management and business/school experience.

Personal Attributes: Positive attitude, commitment to development, honest, equality and diversity.