Bursar

An exciting opportunity to play a key role in a first-class prep school, working closely with a particularly dynamic Head as she continues to develop all aspects of the school and its educational offering.   Pennthorpe is located in Rudgwick, a large village on the borders of Surrey and West Sussex, serving an affluent local market and offering an excellent education that prepares almost 300 children from 2 to 13 for a range of quality senior schools.  

Pupil numbers have been growing steadily in recent years and the school’s truly excellent provision during the lockdowns of 2020 has led to a surge in enquiries from families around the area.  The Board has an adventurous view of the future and there are exciting and ambitious plans which the Bursar will help turn into reality.

The Bursar’s role has broad responsibility for the school’s business, infrastructure and support services. Working closely with the Head, he or she is a key member of the senior team and is also Clerk to the Governors. 

The ideal candidate will be someone who genuinely welcomes variety and can spin lots of plates without breaking too many of them! You will be financially savvy, a strategic thinker who also understands the practicalities of life, a skilled and sensitive communicator, and a can-do team player who enjoys facilitating others. You must be happy with big ideas and small detail, have excellent admin skills and good attention to detail, and high levels of computer literacy. If that’s not enough, it would be a bonus if you already know something of how schools work, of facilities management and of regulatory compliance, but the sort of person we are looking for will soon pick up what is needed. 

If you are ready for a lively role in a lively school with lively colleagues, Pennthorpe could be your ideal next move. 

How to Apply

Please download the information pack and application forms listed below. There is much more information about Pennthorpe on our website, www.pennthorpe.com  and Mrs Tilly Strong, PA to the Headmistress, will be happy to help if you have any questions about the school or the post. Mrs Strong can be contacted via HeadsPA@pennthorpe.com or on 01403 822391.

Pennthorpe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that this will include a reference from two referees who, for shortlisted candidates, will be contacted prior to interview. If you do not wish for your referees to be contacted prior to interview, please ensure that this is stated in the relevant section of the Application Form, with your reasons for this.

Closing date: Friday 26th November

Interviews: Friday 3rd December