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Bursar

Lochinver House School

Hertfordshire

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Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Immediate
Apply by:
14 September 2022

Job overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a full-time Bursar to join our thriving Independent Boys’ Day Preparatory School in Hertfordshire.

The Bursar, appointed by the Chair of Governors, reports to the Head and is an important member of the School’s Senior Leadership Team. The Bursar is responsible to the Board of Governors through the Head and takes responsibility for all non-teaching / support activities which include the School’s estate and facilities (including catering), the School’s financial affairs, HR and regulatory compliance, IT and Health and Safety.  The Bursar is supported by a PA and manages the School’s Accounts Manager, HR and Compliance Manager, Facilities Manager, Catering Manager, IT Support Team, maintenance and site team of three and a Groundsman who lives on site and manages opening and lock-up routines.

The Bursar acts as Clerk to the Governors and is Company Secretary and serves on various committees, overseeing the preparation of agendas papers and minutes as appropriate.

The role of Bursar covers a wide range of day to day duties. This demanding and stimulating role requires a well-qualified, enthusiastic and adaptable individual to lead with confidence and energy. The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, intellectually confident and emotionally intelligent as they lead the support staff in supporting the educational objectives of the School. Committed service to the vibrant community and life of this happy School is important.

About the School:

• Independent Boys' Day Preparatory School founded in 1947

• Maximum roll of 350 boys

• Awarded ‘Excellent’ in recent ISI Educational Quality and Regulatory Compliance Inspection

• Outstanding reputation

• We actively promote and encourage professional progression

• Well-equipped school with a theatre, sports hall, purpose-built Information Technology suite, DT and art studios, music rooms, science laboratories and extensive playing fields

• Excellent accessible transport links

To be considered:

• Strong financial and reporting skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data

• People management experience

• Experience working in a similar setting

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• High numerously and technical skills

• Customer focused

• Eligibility to work in the UK

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Generous pension scheme

• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Private Medical Insurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 

• An opportunity to make a real difference in a highly successful and respected environment

• All lunches (during term time) and refreshments provided free of charge 

• A caring and supportive school community, which is culturally diverse and inclusive.

• A supportive and knowledgeable team within the school

• Excellent opportunities for continued professional development

How to apply:

Lochinver House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory employment references and other safer recruitment checks.  Interviews will include questions about safeguarding children and our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and Procedure (incorporating Staff Behaviour and Code of Conduct) can be found on the School’s website.

The School is committed to eliminate unlawful discrimination and to promote equality for pupils, staff and the extended school community.

If you would like more information about this role, Lochinver House School or would like to visit please contact Sam Cottenden on 01707.620044 scottenden@lochinverhouse.com.

Early applications are advised as the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 14th September 2022.

Selected candidates will be required to interview for the position on Thursday 22nd September 2022 with the School’s Senior Leadership Team.  Shortlisted candidates following that interview will be invited back on Thursday 29th September to interview with a panel of School Governors and Head.



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Lochinver House School is a highly regarded boys, day preparatory school situated in Little Heath on the outskirts of Potters Bar in Hertfordshire. The School’s mission is to inspire pupils through the highest level of quality teaching and learning, in partnership with their parents. There is a particular emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, whilst also creating a safe, happy community that is conducive to learning in its broadest sense.

The School, founded in 1947, recently celebrated its 75th anniversary and has just had its maximum roll extended to 370 pupils. An ISI Focused Compliance and Educational Quality Inspection in February 2022 found the School to be fully compliant and judged ‘Excellent’ in every area; a result which was also achieved during the School’s two previous inspections. In the same year, and again in 2023 the School was amongst five finalists in the Pre-prep category of the Independent Schools of the Year Awards.

Lochinver prepares pupils for entry to many world class schools at both 11+ and 13+ and is noted for high attainment academically and its delivery of a strong programme of co-curricular pursuits. These accomplishments have been supported by excellent governance, strong leadership, sound financial management, ample resourcing, a highly regarded staff team and a positive home/school partnership.

Two thirds of our pupils learn a musical instrument and 50% of those learn two, with termly progression through ABRSM grade exams, sat at our school. Regular concerts showcase pupil orchestras and ensembles and our theatre hosts dramatic presentations throughout the year.

The School fields a tremendous number of sports teams and we compete at the highest level, with some of our pupils contracted to professional clubs. Lochinver sport is highly respected. We are currently national U13 Basketball Champions, Rugby 7s and Cricket County Champions and bronze medal winners in the U11 Cricket Independent Schools National Finals. We are regular participants in the National IAPS Athletics finals.

The School is well equipped with modern purpose-built classrooms, a theatre, a sports hall, a computing suite, art studio, DT studio, music rooms, two science laboratories, dedicated space for Learning Support and extensive playing fields (grass and all-weather) within its 9 acre site.

Our staff are kind, thoughtful, considerate, inclusive and are celebrated as individuals. Whilst our staff may be in different buildings, departments or on different timetables, we all work collaboratively, supporting the School’s ethos and pride ourselves in the warm community we have at Lochinver House.

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