Bursar

Location: Quinton House School, Upton
Job Title: Bursar
Contract: Full Time, Permanent. 
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Start Date: September 2026

Quinton House is a thriving independent school known for its warm community, rich heritage and forward‑thinking approach to education. We believe in nurturing curious minds, celebrating individuality, and preparing young people to engage thoughtfully with an ever‑changing world.

About the Role

As a Bursar, you will:

• Play a pivotal leadership role within Quinton House School, providing strategic, financial and operational management.

• Ensure the school functions efficiently, safely and in alignment with its values and vision.

• Work closely with the Head and Senior Leadership Team to shape long‑term direction and drive continuous improvement.

• Oversee all bursarial functions, including:

  • Finance and budgeting

  • Payroll

  • Estates and facilities

  • IT

  • Catering

  • Administration

  • Health and safety

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Admissions and marketing oversight

  • Contract and supplier management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, colleagues and external partners.

• Model professionalism, integrity and high standards across all non‑academic operations.

• Hold line management responsibilities and acts as Performance Management reviewer for designated staff.

• Deputise for the Head and Deputy Heads when required.

• Ensure full compliance with all non‑academic regulatory requirements.

• Lead all health and safety processes, including fire and lockdown procedure coordination.

• Require strategic vision, operational excellence, financial expertise and calm management of complex processes.

• Play a central role in ensuring the school runs smoothly, safely and effectively to support pupils and staff in thriving.

Who We Are Looking For

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to deliver clear, accurate communication face‑to‑face, in writing and by phone

• Strong leadership presence and ability to work proactively with limited supervision

• Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to balance costs and benefits

• Able to plan, prioritise and manage a complex and varied workload

• Competent across key applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Successful track record of leading multidisciplinary teams with commercial and operational priorities

• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable Skills & Qualities

• Customer service expertise, including managing queries and complaints

• Experience in property or facility management

• Mindset of continual improvement, quality and service excellence

• Positive, solution‑focused and “can‑do” approach

Why Join Quinton House School? 

• A welcoming, supportive culture where both staff and students are known as individuals

• Small class sizes allowing meaningful connections and impactful teaching

• Beautiful surroundings paired with modern resources

• Strong academic outcomes and ambitious further‑education pathways

• A broad co‑curricular programme designed to inspire and extend learning

• A collaborative staff body that values creativity, innovation and shared success

How to Apply

Please submit your application form and supporting statement via our recruitment portal.
Early applications are encouraged as we may invite strong candidates to interview before the closing date.

Quinton House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Social Media Check and safeguarding procedures.