Clerk to Governors

Are you organised, reliable and confident working with people? Could you help our Governing Board make a positive difference to our school community?

Knights Templar Community Church School is looking to appoint a Clerk to Governors to provide effective administrative and procedural support to our Governing Board.

This is an important role within our school community. The Clerk will work closely with the Headteacher, Chair of Governors and wider Governing Board to ensure that meetings are well organised, accurately recorded and conducted in accordance with relevant regulations and guidance.

The role will include:

• Organising and preparing agendas and papers for Governing Board meetings.
• Attending meetings and producing accurate, clear and timely minutes.
• Maintaining records of governor attendance, declarations of interest and actions.
• Supporting governors to meet their statutory responsibilities.
• Advising the Governing Board on relevant procedures, regulations and deadlines.
• Following up agreed actions and ensuring appropriate records are maintained.
• Providing a professional and confidential service to the school and Governing Board.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and able to manage deadlines effectively.
• An excellent communicator with strong written English skills.
• Accurate and confident in taking and producing formal minutes.
• Able to work independently while developing positive relationships with governors and school leaders.
• Discreet and trustworthy, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
• Interested in education and committed to supporting the work of governors and the school.

Previous experience of clerking for a governing board is desirable, but not essential, as appropriate training and support can be provided for the right candidate.

What we can offer:

You will become an important part of our school community and work alongside a committed Governing Board, supportive school leaders and staff who are passionate about providing the very best for our children.

Our school is rooted in our Christian vision, “Work at it with all your heart,” and our values of love, hope and respect. We are looking for someone who will share our commitment to ensuring that our school continues to flourish.

Hours: Contracted as 3 hours per week, Term-Time Only. Typically, there will be two meetings each half term. The clerk may be asked to take on additional work according to need and this would be arranged in advance.

Rate: Grade 13.6 £13.91/hour

Closing Date:  Noon, Friday 23 October

For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Linda Bulpin, Chair of Governors via the school office: office@ktcc.uk or 01984 634385.

Knights Templar Community Church School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.