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BURSARY ASSISTANT / PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and hardworking Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the Bursary team at our thriving, multi-award-winning co-educational day school.

The full job description may be found here – Bursary Assistant Purchase Ledger Clerk

This is a part-time, all-year-round position, working 20–30 hours per week across 4–5 days (Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5.00pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break). The role offers 6 weeks’ paid holiday plus bank holidays and an hourly rate of £15 (up to £29,250 FTE per annum depending on experience), along with a generous pension scheme and additional staff benefits.

Supporting the Finance Manager and Bursar with the smooth running of the purchase ledger, including processing invoices, managing supplier accounts, reconciling statements and providing general administrative support to the Bursary. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and confidence in using Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) are essential. Previous experience with school MIS systems, ideally iSAMS, would be advantageous.

If you are an organised, proactive individual who enjoys working as part of a supportive team and building positive relationships with colleagues and suppliers, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applicants are asked to complete a Support Staff Application Form, along with a letter of application addressed to the Bursar and send it to recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk.

Applications should arrive no later than 9.00am on Monday 1st June 2026.

Interviews will be arranged flexibly by mutual agreement.

The start date is as soon as possible, and early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.