Salary guide · London
How much does a bursar earn in London?
Average base salary in London
£48,875 per year
per year in London · NJC SCP 28–38
Financial officer of the school. Traditionally used in independent and grammar schools. Bursar pay in London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.
Compare average bursar pay in London and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average bursar salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Inner London | £50,150 per year | View jobs |
| City of London | £50,150 per year | View jobs |
| Westminster | £50,150 per year | View jobs |
| Camden | £50,150 per year | View jobs |
| London This location | £48,875 per year | View jobs |
| Outer London | £46,750 per year | View jobs |
| London Fringe | £44,625 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a bursar in London is £48,875 per year, typically ranging from £39,100 per year to £63,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
London pays bursars around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC SCP 28–38.
There are currently 1 live bursar opening in London on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.
Bursars in London typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 28–38, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.
Nationally the average is £42,500 per year. In London it's £48,875 per year — a premium of £6,375 per year versus the UK average.
Live bursar vacancies in London from schools, trusts and agencies.
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