Accounts and Bursary Assistant
Required as soon as possible, full time, all year round
Boarding and Day Prep School in West Berkshire for boys and girls aged 2-13
Our new Accounts and Bursary Assistant will assist with the smooth and successful management of the school’s finances and the Bursary department. The Accounts & Bursary Assistant will have an understanding of bank reconciliations as well as purchase and sales ledger work with a willingness to be involved in all parts of the Bursary function. You will have an excellent attention to detail, be able to work independently, but also to seek support where needed. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will work efficiently, co-operatively and effectively, with staff individually and as part of a team and be able to communicate professionally at all levels.
If you are studying or would like to study for your professional examinations, we are happy to support you and we can discuss this as part of your interview. As we are in a semi-rural location, a full driving licence is recommended.
Set in 150 acres of stunning parkland in rural West Berkshire, Elstree welcomes boys and girls aged 2-13 years. Originally founded in 1848, it moved to its current location in 1939 and opened its Pre-Prep school in 1993. It offers boarding, both flexi and weekly, from Year 4 onwards.
Elstree is a close community, and we pride ourselves on the very special, warm environment that has evolved since our inception, influenced largely by the family principles of Elstree School. We understand each parent’s desire for their child to feel happy and secure and consider our role in the children’s development and happiness to be a very privileged one. Our committed, energetic and enthusiastic staff look forward to working in partnership with parents throughout their child’s time at Elstree. All children are valued as individuals and are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the full.
At Elstree, we are constantly striving to offer the best experience to our pupils and staff. We offer a supportive and professional workplace with excellent terms, conditions and benefits. We seek to inspire each pupil to fulfil their academic and personal potential and to be reflective and purposeful. We aim to appoint candidates who will contribute and thrive in our vibrant community.
To find out more about Elstree and to apply, please download an application pack from our website and email it to [email protected]. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date (9am, 4th September) and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
