Job Introduction
We require an efficient and dedicated Clerk to the Governing Body to join our friendly and caring Primary School, providing administrative support to our committed and enthusiastic team of Governors.
You will be required to attend all meetings of the Governing Body to take minutes, prepare agendas and supporting documentation, provide information to Governors and deal with all correspondence to and from the Governing Body. The post is for 87 hours per year, to include attendance at all meetings of the Governing Body, which usually take place early evening (6 meetings were held during the last academic year).
It is important that the successful applicant has excellent communication skills, both written and oral, playing a key role in ensuring the efficiency of our Governing Body. They will have a positive attitude to their role, with a willingness to adapt to situations as they arise.
We are seeking an individual who:
- Has excellent written and oral interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
- Has a good standard of Literacy.
- Has the ability to research current legislation, procedures and points of law accurately, to provide up to date information to Governors.
- Is self-motivated and can work on their own initiative.
- Is understanding and can maintain confidentiality.
- Pays attention to detail.
- Is committed to helping us to promote the positive ethos of our school.
- Can multi-task and prioritise their workload to meet deadlines and the needs of the school.
- Has experience of using the full range of Microsoft Office applications and good keyboard skills.
Whilst previous experience in a similar role would be desirable, it is not essential as training will be given.
At The Meadows we can offer:
- Support for Continuing Professional Development
- A proven track record with staff development
- Children who are happy, well motivated and enjoy school.
- A forward thinking staff team who work together to embrace new initiatives to drive school improvement.
- Staff and Governors who are enthusiastic and committed to providing stimulating learning experiences.
- Strong links with external agencies and good relationships with parents and the wider community.
Visits to the school, by appointment, are warmly welcomed.
Further details and an application pack can be downloaded from the school’s web-site at:
https://themeadowsprimaryschool.co.uk/vacancies/vacancies.html For further details and an application pack please e–mail the school.
Closing date: 2nd April 2025.
This post requires an enhanced DBS check, in line with our commitment to Safeguarding Children.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
