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Bursar Salary in West Sussex

How much does a bursar earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£40,375 per year

per year in West Sussex · NJC SCP 28–38

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£32,300 per year£40,375 per year£52,250 per year

Financial officer of the school. Traditionally used in independent and grammar schools. Bursar pay in West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for bursars near West Sussex

Compare average bursar pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage bursar salaryJobs
West Midlands£40,800 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£40,800 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£40,800 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£40,375 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£40,375 per yearView jobs
Westbury£40,375 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£40,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Bursar get paid in West Sussex?

Frequently asked questions about bursar pay in West Sussex

How much does a bursar earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a bursar in West Sussex is £40,375 per year, typically ranging from £32,300 per year to £52,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Sussex a well-paid area for bursars?

West Sussex tends to sit around 5% 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 West Sussex?

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

How can a bursar in West Sussex increase their salary?

Bursars in West Sussex 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 West Sussex and nationally?

Nationally the average is £42,500 per year. In West Sussex it's £40,375 per year — a discount of £2,125 per year versus the UK average.

Bursar jobs in West Sussex

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