Role Overview:
We are seeking a reliable, highly organised and financially astute School Bursar to manage the nursery's financial operations and administrative processes. This is a key role within the nursery operations team, supporting the Head of Nursery to ensure the smooth day-to-day financial and administrative running of the setting.
The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, payroll coordination, invoicing, and financial reporting, while also ensuring we meet statutory and regulatory requirements for early years settings. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate team making a difference in children's lives.
About the school:
Our nursery is a warm, welcoming, and Ofsted-rated "Good" setting dedicated to providing high-quality early years education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. With a child-centred approach and strong community values, we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn through play. Our team is passionate, professional, and committed to continuous improvement - and we are now looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Bursar to join us in a vital support role.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the nursery's budget, financial planning and forecasting
Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports for management and trustees/directors
Oversee billing and fee collection, liaising with parents on invoicing queries
Manage payroll processes and liaise with external providers
Monitor income and expenditure in line with funding entitlements
Support funding applications and nursery grant management
Act as a point of contact for finance-related queries from staff and families
Prerequisites:
Previous experience in a financial administration or school bursar role
Understanding of nursery/early years funding and childcare billing processes (preferred)
Strong numeracy and Excel skills; experience using finance software (e.g. Xero, Sage, or similar)
Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
All candidates who register with Simply Education are required to provide references for the previous 2 years of work, as well as complete an enhanced DBS check. Any interviews we hold will be conducted over a Teams call