The governors of Holy Trinity CE Primary School are looking for a clerk to join this outstanding school and be part of our team. This role would suit a well-organised person who enjoys flexible working. This is a part-time role, covering 6 full governing board meetings and approximately 12 committee meetings per school year.
Salary: SO1 spine point 25 or equivalent (approx. £18.29 an hour plus holiday allowance)
Hours: Part time, approximately 260 hours per year, averaging around 6 hours per week, but work will be intermittent across the term depending on the meetings.
Start date: As soon as possible
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Role RequirementsThe clerk’s role is to work with the chair of governors, headteacher and other governors to ensure the smooth running of the governing board. Specifically, this will mean:
- Preparing agendas and meeting papers
- Taking and distributing minutes
- Giving administrative support
- Keeping records and up to date information on policies and date of reviews
- Providing procedural and legislative advice
We offer
- A friendly and professional environment as part of an outstanding school
- An enthusiastic and motivated governing body
- Flexible, term-time hours of approximately 260 hours per year
- Opportunity to work from home except for attending meetings at the school
The right candidate will have
- An interest in education
- Excellent organisational, communication and ICT skills
- Attention to detail and self-motivation
- Good listening and interpersonal skills, able to deal with confidential matters.
Meetings are held in term time. Full governing body meetings are currently held on Monday evenings with a 6.15pm start while committee meetings usually take place during school hours. The annual schedule of dates and meeting times can be discussed and arranged to suit all parties. The clerk is also expected to attend all relevant training events and briefings.
The clerk is paid through payroll for hours worked on a monthly or termly basis and receives an included amount for annual leave. Hours payable include the whole meeting process (emails, calls and agenda preparation; writing up and distributing minutes) and training events.
Please contact Michèle Marcus, chair of governors for more information about the role, or to arrange a visit to the school.
Closing date for applications: 12pm on Friday, 14th July 2023
Interviews: At mutual convenience
The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS disclosure. Holy Trinity CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Safeguarding Statement
Holy Trinity CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS check will be sought for the successful candidate.
