Current Vacancies

Operations Manager / Bursar

Due to the current Operations Manager retiring this July, Highfields School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated member of staff to join the established and committed team.  To ensure handover, the role will commence mid-June 2024.

This is a dynamic role where the appointed candidate can provide strategic oversight, working alongside the established senior leadership team to manage the non-educational aspect of the school.

The school recently had a glowing ISI report and is a finalist in the Newark Business awards in two categories: Employer of the year and Team of the year.

This multifaceted role requires the applicant to manage the finances of this independent school, working alongside the Headteacher and Governors. They would also be responsible for the smooth administration of school with the front office team, HR including recruitment and pre-employment checks, Health and Safety with the Site Manager, supporting the Marketing Manager to grow pupil numbers and the general efficient running of this business.

The successful candidates will have:

• Superb organisational skills;
• Strong financial skills, ideally with an accountancy qualification;
• Experience of HR and man-management;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, genuine warmth and the ability to support staff, parents and pupils and ensure the smooth running of Highfields School;
• An understanding of the regulatory framework in relation to health and safety, employment law and safeguarding;
• Experience of working in a school environment would be useful.

This role is 30 hours a week spread over 4 or 5 days with 8am starts and some 5:00 finishes (with some flexibility over hours).  School is open 35 weeks a year but there will be the need to work in the holidays to ensure continuity of operations.

The role will have a salary a competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications (available on application).

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8^th May 2024

Interviews:  w/c 13^th May 2024

All applications are to be made in writing to Mrs Sarah Lyons, Headteacher and emailed to office@highfieldsschool.co.uk using the application form below.

Highfields School is committed to safeguarding its staff and pupils and all appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS check and on receipt of satisfactory references. We are committed to promoting equality and follow Safer Recruitment protocols.