ISBA BURSARCAST

Welcome to ISBA Bursarcast, the podcast designed for everyone involved in the management of independent schools. Whether you work in finance, estates, HR, transport, or any other school leadership role, this podcast brings you the latest sector news, expert insights, and practical advice to support your work.

Each Friday at 4 pm, we deliver in-depth conversations with sector professionals, industry experts, and ISBA members, keeping you informed on the issues that matter most to independent schools.

Tune in for essential updates, best practices, and strategic insights to help your school thrive. Subscribe now on your favourite podcast platform and stay ahead of the curve with ISBA Bursarcast.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Podcasting since 2022 • 184 episodes

ISBA BURSARCAST

Latest Episodes

ISBA BURSARCAST // Navigating the Employment Rights Bill: What Schools Need to Know Now Ft. Farrer & Co (11th July, 2025)

This week on The ISBA Bursarcast, we’re joined by Sue Roxby, Head of Advice and Guidance at ISBA, and Hugh Young, Senior Associate at Farrer & Co, to unpack the practical implications of the Employment Rights Bill<...

July 11, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 26 • 25:14

ISBA BURSARCAST // KCSIE 2025, Employment Law Updates, and ‘The Art of the Possible’ with Safehire.ai (4th July, 2025)

In this week’s episode of the ISBA Bursarcast, we cover key updates that every bursar and school leader needs to know before the summer break.In the news this week:The DfE confirms Keeping Children Safe in Educatio...

July 04, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 25 • 20:08

ISBA BURSARCAST // Smarter Spend, Safer Schools: Procurement Wins and Key Compliance Updates ft. Paul Wright (27th June, 2025)

In this episode of The Bursarcast, we’ve got the latest sector updates every independent school bursar should know — from board elections and VAT tweaks to asbestos rules, data law changes, and a new part-time role at the ISBA.<...

June 27, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 24 • 23:13

ISBA BURSARCAST // VAT case insight with Julie Robinson (ISC) & latest sector news (20th June, 2025)

In this episode of the Bursarcast, we are joined by Julie Robinson (CEO, ISC) to go over the latest insights around the recent legal challenge brought by the ISC to the High Court around VAT on Independent School Fees. Alongside our...

June 20, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 23 • 26:27

ISBA BURSARCAST // Quickfire news: Board Elections, VAT Judgment, AI Guidance & More (13th June , 2025)

In this episode of the ISBA Bursarcast, we cover the key updates for independent schools this week, including:Voting now open for the 2025 ISBA Board electionsHigh Court judgment on VAT and school fees expected today

June 13, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 22 • 8:06

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