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Bursar Salary in Scottish Borders

How much does a bursar earn in Scottish Borders?

Average base salary in Scottish Borders

£39,950 per year

per year in Scottish Borders · NJC SCP 28–38

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£31,960 per year£39,950 per year£51,700 per year

Financial officer of the school. Traditionally used in independent and grammar schools. Bursar pay in Scottish Borders is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for bursars near Scottish Borders

Compare average bursar pay in Scottish Borders and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage bursar salaryJobs
Sandown£40,375 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£40,375 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£40,375 per yearView jobs
Seaford£40,375 per yearView jobs
Seaham£40,375 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders This location£39,950 per yearView jobs
Scotland£39,950 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Bursar get paid in Scottish Borders?

Frequently asked questions about bursar pay in Scottish Borders

How much does a bursar earn in Scottish Borders?

The average salary for a bursar in Scottish Borders is £39,950 per year, typically ranging from £31,960 per year to £51,700 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scottish Borders a well-paid area for bursars?

Scottish Borders tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for bursars. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire bursars in Scottish Borders?

Live bursar openings in Scottish Borders rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a bursar in Scottish Borders increase their salary?

Bursars in Scottish Borders typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 28–38, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between bursar pay in Scottish Borders and nationally?

Nationally the average is £42,500 per year. In Scottish Borders it's £39,950 per year — a discount of £2,550 per year versus the UK average.

Bursar jobs in Scottish Borders

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