Domestic Bursar

The Governing Body of Somerville College invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with recent and substantive experience in managing multi-department operations across a diverse range of functions. 

This is a key role within the college and you will be adept at managing the needs of a wide range of stakeholders in a confident, sensitive, transparent and consistent manner. In addition to oversight of our Catering, Lodge and Housekeeping functions you will have delegated responsibility for health and safety compliance across college, will act as the Ofsted ‘registered person’ for St Paul’s Nursery and be the primary point of contact for ensuring the college’s compliance with the ACoP (Accommodation Code of Practice) requirements. You will use your excellent leadership and people management skills to oversee the professional, effective and efficient operation of the college’s domestic departments. You will have the opportunity to be involved in college committees and University Conference of Colleges committees to enable you to create strong networks and relationships across the collegiate university.

Reporting to the Treasurer (Finance and Estates Bursar), you will take a proactive and collaborative approach to the challenges of providing a wide range of services and activities in college and liaise with college members at all levels to ensure that all our domestic operations run smoothly.

Benefits include:

·       Membership of the Colleges Support Staff Pension Scheme

·       Membership of the Senior Common Room

·       38 days; annual leave per year

·       A free meal whilst on duty and opportunities to attend College events

·       Subsidised rate for on-site college Nursery

·       Ability to park in college (or at an outside property), subject to availability

·       Wide range of discounts and access to University gardens, libraries and museums.

For details on the selection criteria and further information about the post please download the further particulars from the link below:

Further particulars - Domestic Bursar

The closing date for completed applications is 4.00pm (UK time) on Friday, 29 May 2026.