Job Overview
Witham Hall School is a happy and dynamic co-educational boarding and day Prep school, set within superb grounds on the Lincolnshire/Rutland border. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading school committed to a holistic curriculum and the highest standards of teaching, learning and pastoral care.
The School is seeking an outstanding Bursar to be responsible for all non-teaching aspects of the School, otherwise known as support functions, which include financial and legal oversight of the business alongside day-to-day operations of the physical estate. This senior role is a central figure of the School's Senior Management Team, responsible to the Board of Governors, principally through the Chair, and reporting on a daily basis to the Headmaster, seeking to implement the Headmaster's educational vision for the School.
The successful candidate will be qualified to degree level or equivalent, with a strong business acumen and commercial awareness, advanced financial skills and experience of financial management and budgeting. Possessing excellent interpersonal skills, with experience of managing varied functions and multi-disciplinary teams, and the ability to work collaboratively with Governors and colleagues, the successful candidate will be able to inspire trust and confidence across all stakeholders. Experience of working in education or charities may be an advantage, however applications from other industries are encouraged.
To apply please send a covering letter together with the Application Form. A CV is welcome but may not be submitted in lieu of the Application Form.
Witham Hall School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with current and previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9am on Thursday 28th August 2025. First round interviews will take place on 8th and 9th September, with final interviews on 15th September. #J-18808-Ljbffr