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The Governors of this well-established, caring Roman Catholic school require an excellent and committed Clerk to Governors.
GRADE/SALARY:Grade 6 (Scale point 15 £29,093pa – Scale point 20 £31,586pa)
Actual salary £5,236pa to £5,685pa
HOURS:8 hours per week
JOB PURPOSE:
To act as the official channel of communication to enable the governing board to function smoothly and efficiently.
MAIN DUTIES:
Meetings
•To work with the Chair of Governing School Board and Principal in setting the Agenda for the Full Governing Board and committee meetings
•To provide supporting paperwork in good time for each meeting
•To agree the version of the minutes with the chair
•To send copies of the minutes to all governing members
•To draft correspondence and ensure that decisions are implemented as agreed at the meeting
•To ensure governor information is updated on the school website
•Liaise with the chair, prior to the next meeting and inform her/him of progress on action points
•Ensure approved copies of the minutes are sent to all relevant bodies (e.g. LA/Diocesan Board)
•Attend regular clerk briefings facilitated by the LA & Diocese
•Oversee the admissions appeals procedure
St Peter’s R.C. High School & Sixth Form Centre is a mixed 11 – 18 school with 1500 pupils on roll. The Sixth Form consists of 300 students with KS5 students showing real leadership and progressing to a wide range of destinations, including prestigious universities and sought-after apprenticeships.
We pride ourselves on our pastoral care and have invested in our Student Support Services who provide additional support for students with, for example, mental health issues and therefore frequently liaise with external agencies.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Christian environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school.
We expect all staff to contribute to the Christian ethos which is the cornerstone of St Peter’s
The successful candidate will also benefit from:
• Competitive pension scheme through teacher pensions’ or LGPS (including Death in Service benefit)
• The School’s commitment to your professional development
• Access to staff after school clubs, including, football & running
• Family friendly policies
• Free onsite parking
• Sick pay
• Free Flu Jab
For further information, please download an application pack.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is therefore advised with interviews possibly being arranged in advance of the closing date. SPHS reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.
Safeguarding Statement
St Peter’s RC High School and Sixth Form is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.