Bursar

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.