Clerk to Governors

Grange Park Primary School

Grange Avenue, Stirchley, Telford TF3 1ET

POST: Clerk to Governors

LOCATION: Grange Park Primary School

WORKING PATTERN: 38 week contract. 3 hours paid per week and any additional hours over this to be approved by the Headteacher/Business Manager. Must be flexible to attend at least 6 evening meetings a year, ad hoc meetings during the day are sometimes required. Work outside meetings can be carried out flexibly and remotely to suit the postholder.

CONTRACT: Permanent

SALARY: Scale 2 NJC point 3 to point 4 - £12.45 - £12.65 per hour

DISCLOSURE LEVEL: Enhanced

START DATE: As soon as possible (subject to safer recruitment checks)

A unique opportunity has arisen to join a passionate team of staff in a growing Multi Academy Trust.

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Clerk to Governors to join our happy, hardworking team at Grange Park.

The post holder will serve as the clerk to the governors, providing essential administrative support to the governing body. This role involves:

1. Taking accurate minutes during meetings, ensuring that detailed notes of discussions and decisions are recorded.
2. Preparing and distributing meeting agendas and papers ahead of time, facilitating smooth communication.
3. Offering advice on governance matters, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
4. Acting as the primary point of contact between the governors and other stakeholders, including staff, parents, and the public.

If this role is of interest to you and you would like to apply for the position of Clerk to Governors, please follow this link - Apply Here

Closing date for applications is: Monday 17th March 2025

Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 25 th March 2025

Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share our safeguarding commitments and to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

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