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School Bursar - Permanent Positions, ASPIRE PEOPLE LTD
Aspire People is a trusted education recruitment agency seeking experienced School Bursars for permanent positions in Westminster. The role involves leading financial and operational management in schools, collaborating with Headteachers and Senior Leadership Teams to ensure effective resource use and sustainability.
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Responsibilities
Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring expenditure
Oversee payroll, procurement, and financial reporting
Manage HR processes, including contracts, recruitment coordination, and staffing support
Oversee premises, estates, and health & safety compliance
Work closely with the Headteacher and SLT to support strategic and financial decision-making
Ensure all resources are used effectively to support positive outcomes for pupils
Qualification
Required
Previous experience in a school bursar or school business management role is highly desirable
Strong financial and operational leadership experience in a comparable sector
Experience with school finance systems and MIS platforms such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom
Ability to lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring expenditure
Ability to oversee payroll, procurement, and financial reporting
Ability to manage HR processes, including contracts, recruitment coordination, and staffing support
Ability to oversee premises, estates, and health & safety compliance
Ability to work closely with the Headteacher and SLT to support strategic and financial decision-making
Ability to ensure all resources are used effectively to support positive outcomes for pupils
Benefits
Access to exclusive permanent bursar opportunities within schools
Expert guidance from specialist education consultants
Full support throughout the application, interview, and onboarding process
Honest career advice and long-term career development support
Company
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Funding
Current Stage
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