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Clerk to the Governors – to start as soon as possible
Hours : 152 hours per year, Term Time Only Grade : JMO5 - JM06 £13.47 – 14.59 per hour depending on skills and experience
We are seeking to appoint someone to be responsible for overseeing all aspects of governance effectiveness and compliance within the school, ensuring governance adheres to good practice and meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. To secure the continuity of governing board business and observe confidentiality requirements by providing:
•administrative and organisational support
•guidance to ensure the board works in compliance with the appropriate legal and regulatory framework and understands the potential consequences for non-compliance
•advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the board
The ideal candidate will have experience of Clerking in a School setting and a Level 3 Certificate in the Clerking of School and academy Governing Boards. We will support people who do not hold this to obtain the qualification.
Attendance is mandatory at Committee and Full Governing Board meetings. These are usually held at the following times:
•Committee meetings 5.00pm – 6.30pm (roughly 2-3 every half term, some held remotely)
•Governing Body meeting 5.00pm – 7.00pm (5 per year)
If you would like to discuss the position further please contact Mike Clayton, Co-Chair of Trustees, via email.
We are committed to equal opportunities and will make reasonable adjustments where required for candidates attending interview, and for appointed candidates
Full details of this post and an application form can be downloaded from our website.
Applications forms should be emailed to vacancies. We do not accept CVs. If you wish to apply for this post, please submit a completed application form and a letter of application of no more than one side of A4, detailing how your experience and skills have prepared you for this post.
Shortlisting will be based on evidence that candidates meet the requirements of the person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which will involve written administrative tasks and a panel interview.
We are committed to equal opportunities and will make reasonable adjustments where required for candidates attending interview, and for appointed candidates
JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all appointed candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced level. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an on-line Google search.
Closing Date: 20th May 2026, 9.00am
Interview date TBC
Safeguarding Statement
JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all appointed candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level and all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online Google search