Bursar and Clerk to the Governors

Cheadle Hulme School are seeking to appoint an experienced, high performing and motivated individual to take the lead on strategic oversight of the School’s Finances and Human Resources as School Bursar and Clerk to the Governors

Overview:

As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at Cheadle Hulme School, the Bursar holds strategic oversight of the School's Finances and Human Resources, ensuring alignment with organisational aims and objectives. This multifaceted role involves close collaboration with the Head, Governors, and SLT members to foster a culture of excellence and ensure that the School remains at the forefront of professional support practices. 

Role Purpose:

The Bursar, supported by dedicated Finance and HR teams, plays a crucial role in ensuring the School has the financial resources and personnel necessary to deliver exceptional education. Working closely with the Head on a day-to-day basis, the Bursar provides timely financial and HR support to facilitate strategic and operational decision-making. Additionally, the post holder collaborates with the Director of Operations to uphold high standards of support services and ensure compliance with statutory obligations and best practices.

To find out more about the role and the application process, please see the applicant pack below. 

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate for this role will have an accountancy qualification paired with extensive experience in both finance and HR management. 

Demonstrating a track record of strategic leadership within diverse and complex organisational settings, they will have a profound understanding of UK Government legislation and regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance and operational excellence. 

Equipped with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, they will possess the ability to foster collaborative relationships and effectively convey complex information. 

Moreover, they will possess an innate capacity to lead and inspire their teams toward the achievement of School objectives, reflecting their commitment to driving success and cultivating a supportive work environment. 

Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, this candidate will embody the values integral to our School’s ethos.

Our greatest asset, and the key to our success is our people. We want to attract and retain the best, provide them with encouragement and ensure they feel valued as an integral part of the School community. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, excellent facilities and IT resources and a friendly and supportive working environment. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and promote equality and diversity across the whole school community. 

If you would like to understand more about the role, the recruitment process or working at CHS, we encourage you to get in touch either via email at humanresources@chschool.co.uk or call us on 0161 488 3330. 

Further details can be found in the applicant information pack and job description. 

The closing date for applications is 8am on Thursday 18 April 2024. Shortlisting is due to take place shortly after, with a view to holding interviews on 22 April 2024. 

Cheadle Hulme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.