At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Bursar and Facilities Manager with administrative tasks and customer service.
- Company: Join a respected independent Catholic school with a strong community spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, on-site parking, and fee remission for your daughter.
- Other info: Part-time role with flexible hours and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in a vibrant school environment while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for excellent customer service.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 27000 £ per year.
Farnborough Hill is looking to recruit a Bursar's Assistant from 29 October 2026. This is a part-time, year-round role, to support the Bursar and Facilities Manager, together with general school administration. The postholder will carry out administrative tasks within the Bursary and will be the first point of contact for parents, staff, suppliers and others seeking contact with the Bursar.
The normal hours are 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, three days per week (actual days to be discussed at interview), with a one-hour unpaid lunch break each day, and 15 days holiday per annum, which ideally should be taken to coincide with periods when the School is on holiday, plus statutory bank holidays.
The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and administrative skills. We are looking for someone who is fully committed to working in a front-line role and providing excellent customer service to promote the School. This is an all-round role requiring excellent interpersonal qualities.
We offer a competitive salary (FTE £27,000 per annum) dependant on skills and experience, contributory pension scheme, on-site parking, 'death in service' benefit (four times salary paid to next of kin as a lump sum), remission of fees for a daughter attending the school, in line with the current policy, subject to the usual standards and procedures for admission.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly regarded and successful girls' independent Catholic school with motivated pupils and a strong pastoral ethos.
Farnborough Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate DBS Code of Practice check.
If you require any further information about this post or the School please telephone Mel Clark, the Headmistress's PA, in the first instance, on 01252 545197.
Closing Date: 9.00 am on Tuesday 1 September 2026
Interviews: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and may take place prior to the closing date
Start Date: 29 October 2026
Bursar's Assistant in Farnborough employer: Catholic Independent Schools
Princethorpe College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. With competitive salaries, generous benefits such as on-site parking and staff discounts, and a commitment to employee well-being through initiatives like the cycle-to-work scheme, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the educational community in a vibrant setting.
Contact Details:
Catholic Independent Schools Recruitment Team
