Bursar

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Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role. Return to bursar@waverton.cheshire.sch.uk

Primary School Bursar

Employer: Waverton Primary School

Salary: Grade 7 £28,770 - £32,076 (Actual salary based on 32 hours per week, term-time only, pro rata)

Location: Waverton Primary School, Common Lane, Waverton CH37QT

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 32 hours per Week during Term-Time plus 5 INSET days
Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time. Start Time: 8:30am. Flexible Working: 4 or 5 Days a Week
DBS Check: Enhanced

Closing Date: 02/07/2025

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Are you a highly organised, financially skilled, and self-motivated professional looking to play a key role in a friendly and supportive school community? We are seeking an individual who shares our vision and commitment to securing the very best outcomes for every child in our care. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team and work closely with the Headteacher, Governors, and school staff on the financial and administrative management of our busy and vibrant primary school.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the school’s budget, and financial planning
• Managing the cashless payment system for the school and wrap around care
• Preparing for budget meetings and providing financial reports
• Procurement management: including processing orders and invoices in line with established financial procedures
• Liaising with contractors, suppliers, and external agencies
• Work alongside the School Administration Officer and provide front of house duties to parents and visitors as required
• All aspects of HR management: including adherence to robust recruitment procedures and processing of staff contracts, absence and overtime/expense claims
• Leading on health and safety, risk assessments, and compliance
• Managing non-teaching staff to ensure their effective deployment for the benefit of the school.

What We’re Looking For

• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in finance or business administration (ideally in a school or public sector setting)
• Strong organisational and ICT skills, including financial systems
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, solution-focused approach
• A strong understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and school values

Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd July
For Enquiries or to Arrange a Visit: Please contact the school office: bursar@waverton.cheshire.sch.uk

Apply: Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role. Return to bursar@waverton.cheshire.sch.uk