School Bursar

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Primary School is expanding its administration team with a part-time Bursar to support the Principal and Administration Manager. The role focuses on managing the school’s finances and may assist with office duties and enrolment procedures.

The successful candidate will work 2–3 days per week, with potential to move to full-time hours in the future. Start is January 2027, experience in school finance and familiarity with the ICON platform are preferred, and a

Qualifications

• Strong financial skills and ability to manage school finances
• Experience working in a school bursar/finance role is advantageous
• Ability to interact positively with students, families and staff

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage financial arrangements within the primary school
• Assist with office duties as required
• Support enrolment procedures during the year
• Participate in school events to build community

Skills

Financial management

Tools

ICON platform

Job description

St Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Primary School

Principal: Mrs Robyn Kelly

Enquiries: [e-mail]

St Teresa of Kolkata Primary school opened in 2024 and we are continuing to expand and grow. From next year, we will have a part-time job for a School Bursar who will work alongside the Principal and the Administration Manager. This beautiful new community is vibrant and welcoming and we are seeking someone with a strong financial knowledge but who also relates well to children, parents and staff.

The Bursar role description (included below) highlights the diversity of the role. In essence, it is primarily a role that oversees and manages the financial arrangements within a primary school setting. The Bursar may also be requested to assist with office duties from time to time and help to manage enrolment procedures during the year. There will also be an expectation to be involved in some of the school events especially those that build community.

The role will commence in January 2027, however we are open to the possibility of commencing this term one day a week as a way to learn the systems prior to starting.

We are seeking someone who has a history in working efficiently in finances. Although it is not mandatory, experience working as a Bursar in a school will be considered an advantage. The school uses the Melbourne Archdiocese platform ICON to manage bills, school fees and contracts.

As this role involves working with many people in our community and the office is the first point of introduction, we are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming and compassionate.

This on-going role is ideally 3 days a week. However, for someone with experience we would consider 2 days if that would work better for your circumstances. Days can be negotiated. As we are a growing school, there will be a possibility that this position may increase to full time hours in the future.

St Teresa of Kolkata is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. The successful candidate will require a Working with Children Check which includes a Police check. First Aid training will be provided by the school.

The resume must include the names of two referees. If you work in a school already, or have worked in a school, one referee should be the School Principal.