Eltham College, a dynamic school with a distinctive character, track record of excellence and a strong upwards trajectory, seeks an outstanding candidate to take on the pivotal role of Bursar.
Eltham College is a thriving independent day school for boys aged 7 to 18, with a co-educational sixth form. It is a highly successful and exciting school which aims to provide a broad and balanced education to both boys and girls that will prepare them for the modern world. Strong pastoral care and a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere make the school a happy and vibrant place, while a focus on excellence and achievement have set it amongst the leading UK schools both academically and in a range of co-curricular activities, especially sports. In addition, the school has a number of commercial assets, various partnerships and significant building plans.
The College has, in the last few years, moved into the top twenty performing schools in the UK and is proud of its growth in student numbers and the development of its high-quality educational offering. As it transitions into being a fully coeducational environment, it aims to continue to be a beacon of excellence for a diverse community of young people.
The Bursar has overall responsibility for all aspects of the non-academic operations of the school, reporting directly to the Headmaster. As part of the school’s senior leadership team, the Bursar will take a significant role in supporting the delivery of the College’s strategic vision. He/she will be in a position to help the school maximise its wide array of assets, within an educational context, to ensure the school enjoys an outstanding future.
The successful candidate will be a resilient, pragmatic, motivated leader with a diplomatic and persuasive style. They will be highly intelligent and able to motivate their teams and build strong relationships across the school community. Expected to be a visible and engaged presence, they will be a socially minded person with a deep empathy for each individual and the values and ethos of the school as a whole. Experience working in a school environment and a professional qualification are desirable. A degree qualification and a proven track record of successful delivery at both the strategic and operational level are a must. The school seeks an ambitious candidate who will make a real impact on the development of the College.
Eltham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Eltham College on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference FANAB2. Applications should be received by midday of 20th February 2020.