At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage fee billing, handle parent queries, and oversee debt management with precision.
- Company: Join Oundle School's high-performing Finance Team in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, competitive salary, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role in a beautiful market town with cultural events.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in billing or finance and strong customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 31666 - 31666 £ per year.
Oundle School is seeking a skilled and experienced Billing & Debt Administrator to become part of its high‑performing Finance Team.
The role involves providing accurate and efficient management of the School’s fee billing process, including termly invoice production, parent queries, reporting and debt management. The role will act as the central point of expertise on behalf of the Bursary, in respect of all School fee invoicing, extras and payment handling, whilst providing excellent customer service at all times.
Start date: 1 September 2026
Working weeks: Working a 52‑week contract, this role is part‑time 20 hours per week, on a job share basis.
Hours of work: Monday – Friday 1pm – 5pm or 1:30pm – 5:30pm (the specific hours can be discussed further at the interview stage).
Salary: £15,683 actual (£31,366 FTE).
The School Oundle and Laxton Junior Schools have long been associated with the very best of modern independent education, especially boarding. The Schools take seriously their responsibility to pupils so that they can emerge as decent, open‑minded adults; ambitious about what they can go on to achieve and contribute. Over 1400 pupils are on roll at the School, of whom 840 are full boarders. Academic results are steadfastly excellent. A team of around 800 staff, both academic and support, ensure an education of the highest standard is in place across the Schools with the efforts of the whole team focused on this fundamental aim.
Living in Oundle We are fortunate in our location at the heart of a beautiful market town. School and town are part of the same community and our pupils take their place within this community, not isolated from it. The town has a spirited cultural life, with an annual international festival, literature festival, and frequent performances of nationally touring shows at the School’s Stahl Theatre.
To apply: If you are excited by this opportunity, please complete and return an application form and supplement to the application before the closing date. Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.
Application closing date: Friday 17 July 2026, 9am
The interview date is to be agreed with shortlisted candidates. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: HR Department, Oundle School, The Bursary, Church Street, Oundle, Peterborough, PE8 4EE Email c/o: opportunities@oundleschool.org.uk or Tel: 01832 277193
Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment process, and we endeavour to comply with the duties placed upon us to make reasonable adjustments as prescribed by the Equality Act 2010. Should you need to request a particular adjustment to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process, please ensure that this is made known to the HR Department.
Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Recruitment Agencies: The Corporation of Oundle School has an internal recruitment department, but where agency support is required, we will engage our trusted partners. Our adverts are intended to encourage direct interest from potential applicants, not recruitment agencies. Speculative CVs sent from sources other than directly from a candidate will not be acknowledged or considered.
Billing and Debt Administrator in Oundle employer: Oundle School
Oundle School is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for the Bursar to lead in a prestigious independent school renowned for its strong community ethos and beautiful surroundings. With a commitment to employee growth and a collaborative work culture, Oundle School values the contributions of every staff member, ensuring a rewarding environment where strategic leadership can thrive. The role not only impacts the financial and operational success of the institution but also plays a vital part in shaping the educational experience of its pupils, making it a truly meaningful position.