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We are seeking to appoint an efficient, highly organised and proactive Administrator to join our friendly and dedicated Bursary team.

The Bursary Department is a small but exceptionally busy team that plays a central role in the smooth running of the School. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service.

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Bursar and wider Bursary Team, managing a broad range of responsibilities including fee billing, transport administration, bursaries and scholarships and other operational activities.

You will be a confident administrator with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will be comfortable working independently while also contributing positively as part of a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant administrative experience
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience of working with databases and MIS systems
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, flexible approach and a good sense of humour

This is an office-based full-time role working 8:30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday all year round commencing as soon as possible. Flexibility on hours maybe possible for the successful candidate and can be discussed at interview.

Salary

In return you will receive a competitive salary along with an array of staff benefits, including a generous 16% non-contributory pension scheme, a health cash plan, freshly prepared school lunches, generous holiday entitlement and access to the school facilities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Bursary Administration

• Support the administration of bursary and scholarship applications
• Liaise with external agencies involved in bursary assessments
• Assist with annual bursary reviews
• Support the administration of parent contracts, terms and conditions and associated communications

Invoicing and Credit Control

• Maintain the school fees ledger, including setting up and updating pupil accounts
• Produce fee invoices and support the administration of direct debits
• Act as the first point of contact for fee-related enquiries from parents
• Produce aged debtor reports and provide administrative support for credit control activities
• Assist the Bursar with communication regarding outstanding balances
• Administer School Fee Plan applications and payments
• Manage pupil insurance schemes and related administration

Transport Administration

• Act as the first point of contact for transport-related enquiries from parents, staff and external providers
• Administer the school minibus service, including bookings, driver documentation & rotas, compliance checks and timesheets
• Support the Assistant Bursar with transport planning, route analysis and financial monitoring to ensure the service remains efficient and responsive to the needs of the School community

Premises Administration

• Assist the Premise team with ad hoc ordering, ad hoc & planned contractor booking and associated compliance
• Assist with compliance administration and help maintain strong working relationships with contractors and service providers

Other Duties

• Support with letting agreements
• Coordinate staff Health and Safety training records
• Administer historical digital device sales and insurance arrangements
• Support the preparation of annual new pupil information packs
• Provide cover for colleagues within the Bursary during periods of absence
• Ensure all personal data is managed, processed and retained in accordance with relevant data protection legislation
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Bursar

Process of Application:

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Zoe Fazackerley, who will be delighted to assist you.

Telephone: 01932 234920

E-mail: zoe.fazackerley@hallifordschool.co.uk

Completed application forms, together with a supporting letter of application (no more than one side of A4) should be e-mailed to the HR and Recruitment Officer to arrive no later than 12 noon, Friday 30th October 2026. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview / appoint before the closing date.

On the day of interviews, all applicants will be asked to provide proof of identity and address along with any original certificates pertaining to their qualifications. Full details regarding the interview day will be sent to those candidates on the short-list.

Following the interview, the successful applicant will be invited to accept the position by telephone, but only once a contract has been agreed and signed will unsuccessful applicants be informed. All applicants should be aware that this is a normal part of our selection procedure and should make no assumptions based upon a short delay.

Work Location: In person