Part Time Clerk to Governing Body
Are you passionate about education and able to dedicate two hours a month? If yes, we have a paid opportunity available as a Part-Time Clerk to the Governing Body of a local Primary School in Havant.
The role will require about 100-110 hours per year, including attending Full Governing Body meetings and handling administrative duties. The school hosts 9 governing body meetings annually, usually on Mondays at 4pm for about 2 hours each. Although they would like an on-site clerk, they are willing to consider a virtual clerk for the right person.
The Role:
* Establish and agree upon a meeting agenda
* Gather and share all relevant paperwork
* Take minutes and get draft approval
* Make necessary changes and distribute
* Follow up on action points and ensure public access
* Inform Hampshire Governor Services of membership changes and yearly officer elections
* Provide guidance on procedural and constitutional matters
* Research and resolve complex issues with advice from LEA and outside agencies
* Attend training and support meetings for updates on legislation and best practices
* Handle all incoming governor correspondence
* Maintain filing system for paperwork with separate section for confidential minutes
Experience:
* Minimum of two GSCE (or equivalent) passes at level C or above including English Language
* At least 3 years general clerical/administration experience
* At least one years experience of agenda setting, minute taking and committee administration
* Basic knowledge of governor or educational issues
* Awareness of the importance of confidentiality
* Ability to develop an understanding of roles and responsibilities in education
* Proficient IT skills
* Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Effective team player with the ability to give clear advice
* Proactive and independent worker
* Creative problem-solving skills within a legal framework
* Must have own transport, telephone, and access to a PC/laptop at home
Rafferty Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this role and will be managing the recruitment process on behalf of this school.