School Bursar
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £70,000 to £75,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teem Recruitment LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
School Bursar- Preston
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £70,000–£75,000 (depending on experience)
Overview
An ambitious and experienced professional is sought to take on a senior leadership role with responsibility for the financial and operational management of a school foundation. The role works closely with the Head and Governing Body to support strategic development and ensure effective day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
Finance and Accountancy
• Advise on financial strategy and policy
• Prepare and manage budgets in collaboration with senior staff
• Monitor income and expenditure
• Maintain accurate financial records and produce reports in line with SORP
• Manage cash flow forecasting (up to five years)
• Oversee billing and fee collection
• Authorise and process invoices
• Support marketing and development initiatives
General Management and Administration
• Act as Clerk to Governors
• Ensure compliance with employment law and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement policies
• Oversee insurance provision
• Advise on taxation matters
• Manage property lettings
• Liaise with government bodies and maintain statutory records
• Oversee transport compliance and operations
• Manage school uniform provision
Buildings and Grounds
• Oversee maintenance of buildings, utilities, and infrastructure
• Manage maintenance schedules and records
• Coordinate tenders, planning permissions, and contractor relationships
• Ensure upkeep of grounds, drainage, boundaries, and access routes
Person Specification
• Relevant finance qualification with strong strategic and operational experience
• Proven leadership experience in a complex organisation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships at senior level
• Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Sound judgement and decision-making capability
• High level of organisation and ability to work under pressure
• Strong business and administrative experience
• Commitment to supporting the wider aims of an educational environment
• Experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
Working Hours and Benefits
• 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday), with flexibility as required
• 4 weeks’ holiday plus public holidays (increasing to 5 weeks after one year)
• Stakeholder contributory pension scheme available
The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK
Teem Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £70,000–£75,000 (depending on experience)
Overview
An ambitious and experienced professional is sought to take on a senior leadership role with responsibility for the financial and operational management of a school foundation. The role works closely with the Head and Governing Body to support strategic development and ensure effective day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
Finance and Accountancy
• Advise on financial strategy and policy
• Prepare and manage budgets in collaboration with senior staff
• Monitor income and expenditure
• Maintain accurate financial records and produce reports in line with SORP
• Manage cash flow forecasting (up to five years)
• Oversee billing and fee collection
• Authorise and process invoices
• Support marketing and development initiatives
General Management and Administration
• Act as Clerk to Governors
• Ensure compliance with employment law and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement policies
• Oversee insurance provision
• Advise on taxation matters
• Manage property lettings
• Liaise with government bodies and maintain statutory records
• Oversee transport compliance and operations
• Manage school uniform provision
Buildings and Grounds
• Oversee maintenance of buildings, utilities, and infrastructure
• Manage maintenance schedules and records
• Coordinate tenders, planning permissions, and contractor relationships
• Ensure upkeep of grounds, drainage, boundaries, and access routes
Person Specification
• Relevant finance qualification with strong strategic and operational experience
• Proven leadership experience in a complex organisation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships at senior level
• Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Sound judgement and decision-making capability
• High level of organisation and ability to work under pressure
• Strong business and administrative experience
• Commitment to supporting the wider aims of an educational environment
• Experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
Working Hours and Benefits
• 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday), with flexibility as required
• 4 weeks’ holiday plus public holidays (increasing to 5 weeks after one year)
• Stakeholder contributory pension scheme available
The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK
Teem Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.