If you’re interested in becoming a bursar or are a senior member of support staff within the independent school sector, our So, you want to be a bursar? webinar series offers a unique opportunity to explore this rewarding and dynamic career path.
This course is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of the bursar’s role, providing insight into the skills, challenges, and opportunities it involves. Delivered over four informative webinars across two days, the course is open to both ISBA members and non-members, as well as support staff in independent schools looking to advance their careers.
Next Series: 2 and 4 September 2025
Reserve your place, email the ISBA Team, isbaoffice@theisba.org.uk
What’s Covered
Four 1-hour webinars with expert speakers who understand or work within the sector covering:
🔹 An overview of the independent education sector
🔹 Explore current challenges in the independent education sector and the bursar’s evolving role
🔹 Understand the unique demands of bursar roles across different types and sizes of schools
🔹 Job search insights: how to find the ideal bursar role
🔹 Operational issues highlighting the day-to-day challenges faced by bursars in schools
🔹 Q&A sessions offering you a chance to engage directly with our experts on both days
1:1 consultations – personalised guidance with either David Woodgate, ISBA Chief Executive, Sue Roxby, ISBA Director of Advice and Guidance, Lucy Wyatt, Director of Personnel Services or Helen Woods, Director of Professional Development and Membership.
Who Should Attend?
- Aspiring bursars who are not yet working in the independent school sector
- Experienced support staff in independent schools, especially those with administrative management experience, who are looking to take the next step in their career
Take the first step toward a fulfilling bursar career and gain the knowledge needed to succeed in this essential role.
Reserve your place by emailing the ISBA Team: isbaoffice@theisba.org.uk
Our terms and conditions of booking for the So, you want to be a bursar? programme can be found here
