We are looking to recruit a talented, highly motivated individual to provide an exceptional business support service to our pupils, staff and wider stakeholders. As a key member of our school’s business support team, your expertise will help to deliver an outstanding learning environment for our young people.
As the Bursar, you will play a crucial role in the efficient and effective organisation of the school. Your responsibilities will include financial management, human resources, facilities/site management and health and safety support. You will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and specialist technical skills. You will have extensive experience of delivering outstanding customer service and possess the ability to develop relationships across our school community. In addition to relevant qualifications and experience you will need creativity, good interpersonal skills and resilience. Previous experience of working in a school or educational setting is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Budget planning, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with school financial procedures.
- Human Resources: Managing recruitment, payroll and contracts, invoices, and procurement with accuracy and efficiency.
- Administration: Overseeing office operations, data management, and compliance with statutory requirements. Collaborate with the Headteacher, Governors, and staff on strategic initiatives.
- Site & Facilities Management: Ensuring the school environment is safe, secure, and well-maintained. Supervise facilities management, including contracts and maintenance.
- Procurement & Contracts: Managing service providers and negotiating contracts to ensure value for money. Explore funding opportunities and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.
Key Requirements
- Experience in financial administration and management within a school environment.
- Exceptional analytical and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to work with diverse teams.
- Proficiency in financial software and systems.
- A commitment to supporting education and young people
In return we offer competitive pay rates, an excellent local government pension scheme, the opportunity to work in a school with high aspirations for all its students. An educational background with a degree is preferred, as is an interest in working with young people aged 11-18.
Walton High School is an oversubscribed, high-achieving school. It is situated in a pleasant residential area on the edge of Cannock Chase and enjoys an excellent reputation.
If you would like to take this opportunity to join our school, please visit our website at www.waltonstaffs.com to download an application pack and return to recruitment@walton.staffs.sch.uk
Closing date: 9:00 A.M. Friday, 9th May 2025
Interview date: Week commencing 19th May 2025
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier, should we receive sufficient applications prior to the above deadline.
This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from school or by visiting https://disclosure.capitarvs.co.uk/stoke
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
