Assistant Bursar

St. John’s Prep. and Senior School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly, and motivated Assistant Bursar to join our team. 

St. John's Preparatory and Senior School is a prestigious school committed to providing exceptional education to students from nursery through to sixth form (3-18). We have a rich history of academic excellence, a nurturing environment, and a commitment to fostering well-rounded individuals.

The successful candidate will work closely with the School Bursar to provide wide ranging support covering all aspects of the finances of our successful, OFSTED rated outstanding school.

Ideally candidates will:

Have an experienced accounting background, preferably within an independent school environment, but at least in a commercial operation.

Possess strong communication skills.

Work well with others in a small team environment.

Be flexible and hardworking, remaining calm and focussed at all times in a busy environment.

Be innovative with a desire to solve problems and think ‘outside the box’.

Have excellent computer and IT skills particularly accounting software knowledge.

Report when required to the School’s Senior Management and Governance Teams.

Demonstrably possess very high levels of personal integrity and discretion.

The role will be new and as such will develop over the initial period. It will include but will not be restricted to such areas as: -

Invoicing & BACS preparation.

Managing unpaid school fees.

Costing and managing School Trip finances.

Negotiating, managing and monitoring contracts, tenders and agreements.

Preparing and presenting internal financial reports.

Preparing for annual audited accounts.

A contributory pension scheme is available along with free onsite parking.

Salary will be negotiable based upon skills and experience.

Hours are Monday – Friday 8.30 am – 4.45pm (term time only)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and staff and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check for an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure.