Bursar

Anderson Quigley is delighted to be working with Oakhyrst Grange School to appoint a Bursar who will support the school’s next phase of growth and development. This full-time, permanent appointment will be based at the school’s grounds in Caterham, Surrey.

Oakhyrst Grange is a small and popular coeducational independent prep day school for children aged between 3 and 11 years. The school prides itself on being a place where children are happy, confident, and well-supported to thrive both academically and personally. The school is managed by the Board of Charity Trustee Governors of the Oakhyrst Grange School CIO.

The appointment of the Bursar will be a significant one and will play a key role in the school’s continued development. As Bursar, you will bring experience in financial planning, risk and compliance, operational management, and estate oversight. Adaptability in the face of sector-wide changes is also required. Together with the incoming Head, the Bursar will lead the development of a rolling operating budget and regularly review the school’s long-term financial plan to ensure compliance, stability, and continued investment across the school.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 27 June 2025.

Should your application be successful, there will be an opportunity for an informal school tour during the week commencing 30 June.

Client interviews will take place during the weeks commencing 7 July and 14 July.

Applications should consist of: 

• A full CV. 

• A cover letter (ideally of no more than two pages) outlining how you meet the qualifications and knowledge and experience criteria of the person specification. 

• Please include details of two referees in either your CV or cover letter, though please note that we will not approach your referees without your prior consent and only should you be shortlisted. 

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete the school application form.

Should you wish to discuss further details about the role in strict confidence, please contact Phil Gifford at phil.gifford@andersonquigley.com or +44 (0) 7743 936 121 or Hayley Mintern at hayley.mintern@andersonquigley.com or +44 (0)7596 954 387. 

Oakhyrst Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children 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 a criminal records check. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, criminal record checks and proof of qualifications.