Bursar
Discovery School
Newcastle upon Tyne
- Expired
- Salary:
- DS2 Salary: £35,181 – £40,412 (pro rata)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 7 August 2016
Job overview
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Discovery School is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) school for 14-19 years olds located in the North East of England centrally based at the very heart of the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. We are a school with industrial ambition offering a unique learning experience that looks, feels and operates more like a high tech science and engineering facility than a traditional secondary school.
We are looking to recruit a part-time Bursar to match our ambition. Discovery School understands that the School Bursar has many responsibilities but, above all our Bursar will allow Discovery School to carry out its primary function of educating young people.
This position requires 3 years’ experience of working in finance, within the last 5 years, in a medium to large organisation. A background in school finance is essential. You will be the Principal Finance Officer (PFO) and manage a small team of office administrators including one person who is responsible for day to day finance. You will therefore, have experience of leading others in a financial management setting.
We are an inclusive non selective school and our catchment area spans seven local authorities. We therefore have the future potential to make a real impact in supporting the regeneration of the industrial heart of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Discovery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
Strictly no agencies or canvassing.
The Application Form for this post and all current externally advertised vacancies are available on our website www.discoveryschool.org.uk
Closing Date: Midday Monday 8th August 2016
Interviews: Friday 19th August 2016
Applications to: admin@discoveryschool.org.uk
About Discovery School
- Discovery School
- Blandford Street, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Tyne and Wear
- NE1 4HB
- United Kingdom
Discovery School is the first of its kind; a new, industry-driven technical school for 13-19 year olds from Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and County Durham. Our aims are to provide young people with specialist training to meet the requirements of the modern engineering industry.
Discovery School specialises in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). It will equip young people to fill the skills gaps in the sizeable and vibrant specialised engineering sector in the region which has a demand for highly qualified engineers and technicians. The curriculum is designed to offer opportunities for all learners to develop the skills, knowledge and personal qualities they will need to be successful. A unique aspect of the work Discovery School is its link with employers and their involvement in shaping curriculum and supporting delivery. It offers a unique learning experience that looks feels and operates like a high-tech engineering facility in Silicon Valley rather than a traditional secondary school.
Newcastle upon Tyne, more than any other British city, offers a natural location for the Discovery School with its long and proud heritage of complex industrial engineering, from shipbuilding and railways to defence industries, and a present day position at the forefront of scientific developments.
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of some amazing students
- Great staff and espirit de corps
- Excellent facilities
- Fantastic support from your line manager and a Leadership Team who genuinely want to see you succeed and develop
- Central Newcastle location
- Free parking in town which you can use 24/7
- Free lunches in return for duties
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