Bursar

Bursar East Kent

Location: East Kent - including Canterbury, Thanet, Dover, Whitstable/Herne Bay, Folkestone, and Hythe.

Academics in Canterbury are working with a number of successful and supportive schools across East Kent who are seeking experienced and motivated Bursar's to take a lead role in the financial efficiency and business operations of their settings.

We're proud to be a local education agency with a personal approach. By visiting our schools and candidates in person, we build lasting relationships to ensure the perfect match between school and staff.

• Manage school budgets, financial planning, and reporting to ensure strong fiscal performance
• Oversee procurement, purchasing, and supplier relationships to maximise value for money
• Support payroll and HR administration, maintaining accurate records and compliance
• Ensure finance systems, policies, audits, and safeguarding processes are fully adhered to
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to support operational and financial decision-making
• Provide guidance and support to school administrative teams

• Previous experience in a finance role within a school or education environment
• Strong financial administration skills with excellent attention to detail
• Good knowledge of school finance systems and audit requirements
• Confident communicator with strong organisational abilities
• A proactive and trustworthy professional able to manage sensitive information
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)