School Bursar

Post Title:                           School Bursar

Salary/Grade:                   Grade 4 £32,076 - £39,186 FTE, actual salary £29,577 - £36,133

Contract Type:                    Full time plus 2 weeks

Contract Term:                  Permanent

Contract Start Date:           September 2024 or before if possible

Our support staff are vital to ensuring that our pupils achieve their full potential and become confident, resilient and compassionate individuals who can make a positive contribution to society. We expect all staff to be involved with our students and have an active role in supporting across the school site. It is therefore essential that you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of our unique pupils and be confident in your abilities to support with both students and staff.

This is a varied and exciting role, candidates must be enthusiastic, organised, approachable and hard working. They will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enables the school to operate effectively and efficiently, and that allows other members of the leadership team to focus on teaching and learning. Excellent communication skills and a professional approach are required as the postholder will be a key contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

The Bursar role has responsibility for Finance, Human Resources, Administration, GDPR, Catering Facilities and Health and Safety, and the postholder must be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for the school community.

You will play a crucial strategic role driving the school’s ambition and vision. Reporting directly to the Headteacher, you will be expected to be capable of working independently and on your own initiative.

Our perfect candidate will:

·               Have the ability to strategically lead and manage the financial, HR and estate functions of the school

·               Proven strong and effective leadership and management skills

·               Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve their best

·               Be able to establish and develop outstanding relationships with students and staff

Together we form a friendly and dedicated community. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming team that provide an inclusive and supportive environment for our students and staff alike. All staff take an active role in supporting our students whilst onsite and developing relationships and support networks.

REACH School is based on Kings Heath High Street in Birmingham, with a private car park. We have a gym onsite that staff are welcome to use outside of school hours.