About this role
Step Into Education That Truly Changes Lives
Location: Cumnor House School
Job Title: Bursar
Contract: Full Time, Permanent.
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Cumnor House School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Bursar to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school’s non‑teaching functions.
Working closely with the Head Teacher and senior leaders, the Bursar will lead the school’s financial, administrative, and operational services, ensuring robust systems, financial sustainability, and full regulatory compliance. This is a key leadership role supporting the effective day‑to‑day running and long‑term development of the school.
About Cumnor House
Here at Cumnor House Boys’, we’re dedicated to giving our children the perfect platform to achieve their potential.
Our philosophy is to ensure that each pupil at Cumnor House is given the opportunity to develop not just on an educational level, but also socially. Therefore, our curriculum contains varied subjects and activities, ensuring that every child gets the most out of the time they spend at school.
By striking the perfect balance between disciplined learning practices and a friendly atmosphere we can be confident in providing the perfect environment for our children to flourish.
About the role
Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, payroll, invoicing, fee management, and reporting
Oversee compliance across finance, health & safety, estates, and operational policies
Line‑manage administration, facilities, admissions/marketing, and IT functions
Manage estates, buildings maintenance, contractors, and health & safety requirements
Support admissions processes and marketing activity in partnership with senior leaders
Oversee HR administration, recruitment support, onboarding, and payroll data
Represent operations at leadership meetings and contribute to whole‑school planning
About you
Have strong financial and operati