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Clerk to Governors - Required with immediate effect
Christ Church Hanham CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a Clerk to commence duties with effect from immediate effect.
The fee payable is £1,750 per annum and is based on 6 Full Governing Body meetings per year and 6 Committee meetings.
We are looking for someone who:
1. Has experience as an administrator
2. Is IT literate
3. Is well organised
4. Has good communication skills
5. Is able to take accurate minutes at meetings
6. Is able to maintain impartiality and handle confidential minutes
7. Is capable of advising Governors on changes and updates in legislation and other requirements
You should be reliable and have a flexible approach. Previous clerking experience is desirable though not essential as training and support will be available.
The role is as a holder of office and will primarily be undertaken in term time. Meetings are generally held in the evenings, between 4pm and 7pm. The holder of office will be required to liaise with the Head Teacher and Chair of Governors / Committees as relevant in order to set an appropriate agenda which, together with the associated documents, need to be shared, in good time, with the relevant members of the Governing Body. They will then be required to take detailed, accurate minutes and get them typed up and shared within a week of the meeting.
Other than attendance at meetings, the role will be carried out at home, at times of the day to suit the Clerk, whilst ensuring agreed deadlines are met.
The role of Clerk to Governors provides a valuable insight into education and a school environment, providing an ideal stepping stone for someone looking to get into a school based administration role.
The Governing Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children. Therefore you will be expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
For further information, you should contact the Chair of Governors, Oliver Coltman, by emailing or calling the school office. A copy of the Description of Duties of Office is attached for your convenience.
Applicants should send a detailed CV, including two references, to the Chair of Governors by midday Monday 8th of December either by email or by post to the school. Interviews will be held at a mutually convenient time.
Safeguarding Statement
Christ Church CE Primary School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process, which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Some roles may need to comply with the ‘Childcare Act 2006’ and the ‘Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009’ where additional disclosure of information will be required.