About this role
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.