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Job Advert: Grade 7 Bursar AAAD5011 – Vine Tree Primary School

Position: Bursar
Location: Vine Tree Primary School, Dane Bank Avenue, Crewe, CW2 8AD
Salary: Grade 7, £30,559 - £33,366, 37 hours per week, pro rata per annum (38 weeks)

Working Hours: 8am – 4pm Monday to Thursday, 8am – 3:30pm Friday (30-minute lunch break)
Start Date: Mid-January 2025

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About Us:
At Vine Tree Primary School, we are committed to providing a positive and inclusive educational environment where all our students can thrive. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, community-oriented atmosphere, and we are seeking a skilled Bursar to support our mission by managing the school’s finances, resources, and operational functions.

Role Summary:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Grade 7 Bursar who will oversee the effective financial and administrative management of the school. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency, supporting the Senior Leadership Team in achieving our educational and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management:
• Oversee the school’s budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure efficient use of funds.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, financial forecasts, and regular financial reports for the Headteacher and Governors.
• Maintain robust financial controls, manage school accounts, and ensure compliance with relevant financial policies and procedures.
• Reconcile school funds and ensure that they are verified by an accountant annually.
• Resource and Facilities Management:
• Ensure effective procurement and resource management to support the school’s operational needs.
• Oversee the maintenance and development of school facilities, ensuring they meet health and safety standards.
• Coordinate contracts, supplies, and service providers to support the smooth running of school operations.
• Serve as the Attendance Officer for the school, playing an important role in supporting student attendance and promoting a positive school culture.
• HR and Payroll Administration:
• Manage payroll and employment records in compliance with school policies and statutory requirements.
• Support HR functions, including recruitment administration and managing staff attendance records.
• Governance and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, health and safety, and data protection regulations.
• Prepare reports for the Governing Body on financial, administrative, and operational matters, contributing to strategic planning and development.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications and Experience:
• Strong background in financial management or school administration.
• Relevant qualifications in finance or business management are advantageous.
• Experience in an educational or public sector environment preferred.
• Skills:
• Excellent numeracy, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in financial software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with staff, children, and external stakeholders.

Why Join Vine Tree Primary?

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant, supportive environment where your skills in finance and operations will help make a difference in the lives of our children. We offer a collaborative and nurturing workplace committed to professional development and supporting staff wellbeing.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application detailing your suitability for the role to bursar@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk, closing date for applications is Midday, Friday 29^th November.  For more information about the role, please contact us on 01270 661526.

Vine Tree Primary School is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.  "This Authority/school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment"

It is a condition of your employment that you notify the head teacher immediately of anything now or in the future that affects, or might affect, your suitability to work in the School, including any cautions, warnings, convictions, orders or other determinations made in respect of you or a member of your household that would render you disqualified from working with children under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009, replacement or similar legislation. Failure to notify will be a serious matter, considered as gross misconduct under the Disciplinary processes, and could result in summary dismissal.