Cheadle Hulme School are seeking to appoint an experienced, high performing and motivated individual to take the lead on strategic oversight of the School’s Finances and Human Resources as School Bursar and Clerk to the Governors

As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at Cheadle Hulme School, the Bursar holds strategic oversight of the School's Finances and Human Resources, ensuring alignment with organisational aims and objectives. This multifaceted role involves close collaboration with the Head, Governors, and SLT members to foster a culture of excellence and ensure that the School remains at the forefront of professional support practices. 

The Bursar, supported by dedicated Finance and HR teams, plays a crucial role in ensuring the School has the financial resources and personnel necessary to deliver exceptional education. Working closely with the Head on a day-to-day basis, the Bursar provides timely financial and HR support to facilitate strategic and operational decision-making. Additionally, the post holder collaborates with the Director of Operations to uphold high standards of support services and ensure compliance with statutory obligations and best practices.

To find out more about the role and the application process, please see the applicant pack below.

The ideal candidate for this role will have an accountancy qualification paired with extensive experience in both finance and HR management. 

Demonstrating a track record of strategic leadership within diverse and complex organisational settings, they will have a profound understanding of UK Government legislation and regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance and operational excellence. 

Equipped with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, they will possess the ability to foster collaborative relationships and effectively convey complex information. 

Moreover, they will possess an innate capacity to lead and inspire their teams toward the achievement of School objectives, reflecting their commitment to driving success and cultivating a supportive work environment. 

Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, this candidate will embody the values integral to our School’s ethos.

About Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle Hulme School has built a reputation as one of the region’s most modern, relevant and dynamic schools, with 1,600 students aged 3-18. But CHS is more than just a school; it is a thriving, co-educational community, with a strong sense of our history and values.
We believe a successful educational experience involves more than pupil and teacher; it involves a broad network of people who each contribute to the development, growth and experience of the individual.

As such, our staff are our greatest asset, and the key to our success. We want to attract and retain the best, provide them with encouragement, stimulus and ensure that they feel valued as an integral part of the school community.

Our Vision and Values
Our vision is to develop and foster in all members of the School community, a desire to learn, question and persevere in all that they do, and to embody our Values. We will enable our pupils to flourish in their lives whilst at CHS but also beyond, thus making a positive impact on the world around them.
Through an active, academic and altruistic curriculum, our pupils are provided with opportunities to help them make the very best of their journey at CHS. At the centre of their CHS experience lies a set of core values instilled in all members of our CHS community:
Integrity
Endeavour
Resilience
Compassion
Contribution
Our Campus
Located ten miles south of Manchester, Cheadle Hulme School is set in 83 acres of countryside with fine historical Victorian buildings. Our campus includes first class facilities, which have benefited from significant investment in recent years, including a new fitness centre, a refurbishment of the School’s principal performance space, the development of a dedicated Sixth Form Building, and a new dining space.

Our Green Plan
As a school, we have a central role to play in educating our entire community about the importance of environmental sustainability. In an ever-changing world, we are committed to minimising the impact of school life on our environment, and supporting the global efforts to save our planet. Through our ‘Green Plan’ we aim to educate and empower our community to make positive changes, and our aspiration is to be Carbon NetZero by 2030.

Cheadle Hulme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be checked by the DBS.
Cheadle Hulme School is an equal opportunities employer.
Registered Charity Number 1077017 for the education of children.