Bursar

The new Bursar will be appointed by the Headmistress and The Board of Governors and the successful candidate will be expected to make a significant contribution to delivering the School development plan in conjunction with the Headmistress.

As a senior leader, the successful candidate will need to be good with people, inspirational, far-sighted, innovative, dedicated and commercially minded, as well as being part of the Senior Leadership Team.

This is a career opportunity and your experience may well be from within the independent schools sector or from other walks of life. The ethos and culture of the School are welcoming, family-focused and fun, and allow individuals to thrive. Your effort and dedication will be appreciated by Governors, colleagues, parents and pupils alike.

Candidates Personal Qualities and Experience:

We are looking for an exceptional individual who will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Possess a track record of financial management skills developed in senior positions and preferably hold a recognised accountancy qualification
• Be commercially minded with demonstrable entrepreneurial flair
• Have the ability to deliver a wide span of control, able to manage day-to-day operations whilst thinking and delivering strategically
• Possess excellent inter-personal qualities, able to relate to all school stakeholders and instil confidence in the school community with tact and discretion and have a firm but flexible approach, patience, and a sense of humour
• Be a good and confident communicator with well-honed written and speaking skills
• Be energetic and enthusiastic in setting and delivering key strategic and operational goals
• Have a keen eye for what is possible and have a passion for excellence
• Be comfortable with change, and constructive challenge, and have a collegiate approach to problem-solving
• Have a proven track record of motivating and leading a dedicated team and understanding the need for continual improvement
• Be willing to go the extra mile in pursuit of success and excellence
• Be able to demonstrate empathy with independent schooling and the teaching profession generally
• Be unfazed by working under pressure for sustained periods, in an environment where no two days are the same
• Be decisive, clear-thinking and confident, and be able to encourage and motivate others
• Possess a combination of intellectual capacity and practical skills
• The successful candidate may well be looking for the next step in his/her bursary career or could be an experienced business or commercial manager looking to embrace a new challenge in an exciting and rewarding organisation.

Further Information:

Terra Nova School is one of Cheshire’s leading independent prep schools. With up to three hundred pupils from the ages of 2.5 to 13, the school nestles in the rural Cheshire plains beside the National Heritage site of Jodrell Bank. Established in 1897, we are committed to every pupil finding their talents in order to achieve their potential. 

The Bursar will be capable of conceptual and strategic thinking and must be able to make decisions in situations involving uncertainty. In addition, the Bursar will be comfortable carrying out operational matters, enjoy having a varied range of responsibilities, and recognise the importance of excellence across their remit.

 A Standard Application Form and further details can be obtained from:

Emma Kidston, Head's PA, Terra Nova School, Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire CW4 8BT (Tel 01477 571251; Fax 01477 571646; email: ​emma.kidston@tnschool.co.uk​)

The closing date is Thursday 4th January 2024 and interviews will take place the week of 15th January 2024.

Terra Nova School is an equal opportunities employer.

Terra Nova School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced CRB Check.