BGG 25-30 dependent on experience Location:
Crowthorne C of E Primary School, Dukes Ride, Crowthorne Contract:
Permanent Working Pattern:
Part Time/Term Time Hours:
25 hours per week. Term time, plus 2 inset days and 6 evening meetings a year. Closing Date:
12/01/2025 at 23:59 Reference:
Pri/24/300145 Crowthorne Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint a professional, personable and highly organised
School Bursar
to join our successful and welcoming school. The right candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a high standard of IT skills as well as experience of managing budgets and financial reporting. They must be able to work on their own initiative but also be willing to work collaboratively and contribute fully to the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. The ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage competing demands calmly is essential. The post is for 25 hours a week term time, plus 2 inset days and up to 10 days during the school holidays. Attendance at governors’ meetings (a max of 6 times per year in the evenings) is also required. Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Have a proven track record of effective financial management Be responsible for the whole school budget and overall financial management of income and costs Be responsible for identifying and exploring cost savings and procurement opportunities Meet all policy, statutory and reporting obligations Have the ability to gain the confidence of all stakeholders Be able to manage contracts and external service providers Have knowledge of MIS/financial systems and have a high standard of literacy and IT skills Have a good understanding of HR and Health and Safety Be willing to work with Bracknell Forest systems Contribute to the ethos, work and aims of the school Our school has a strong Christian ethos and candidates should be willing to support this. We are proud of our children and staff and the successful candidate will be joining a highly motivated and committed school community. We are seeking a candidate who is willing to contribute to the school as a whole and who will be keen to find ways to ensure financial stability is maintained year on year. What We Offer
We can offer: Supportive colleagues who work well as a team Established financial systems and support from Bracknell Forest Council An effective, experienced governing body Handover process with our existing Bursar Commitment to work life balance and wellbeing Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the School Office (01344 772089) to arrange an appointment. Interview dates: TBC Weekly hours to ideally include: Friday: 8.30am start Monday-Thursday: 2 days finishing at 4pm Exact details to be negotiated with successful candidate. The school reserves the right to close this advert early once sufficient applications have been received Final Closing Date is 12 January 2025 11.59pm How to apply
How to Apply -
Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered. Safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children. Equal Opportunities -
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration. Disability -
We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification. Pre–employment medical check -
As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. References -
On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview. Employment -
Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
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