Clerk to Governors

Sodbury Vale Federation; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 2,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational federation in Bristol is seeking a Clerk to handle meeting preparations, minutes, and document organization. The role involves attending 10 meetings per year with a salary of £1904.76 per annum, plus additional hours paid at £12.50 per hour. Candidates must support the federation's values and adhere to GDPR regulations. Benefits include appropriate training, a flexible work environment, and access to online meetings. Strong organizational skills and understanding of statutory requirements are essential.

Benefits

Appropriate training for Clerks

Flexible administration tasks

Access to Microsoft Teams for online meetings

Qualifications

• Experience in meeting preparation and agenda management.
• Ability to maintain an organized electronic filing system.
• Understanding of GDPR and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meetings by agreeing on the agenda and circulating documents.
• Attend meetings and distribute minutes.
• Monitor progress of actions from meetings.
• Maintain an organized electronic filing system.
• Advise on statutory requirements and maintain confidentiality.
• Support the schools’ Christian ethos and values.

Job description

Overview

The governors of Sodbury Vale Federation are seeking to appoint a Clerk to commence duties as soon as possible. This is a paid role (£1904.76 per annum) based on 10 federation meetings per year. Additional hours paid at £12.50 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Meeting preparation including agreeing the agenda with the chair and circulating documents in advance.


• Attending 10 meetings per academic year to take then distribute the minutes.


• Monitoring the progress of actions from meetings and policies.


• Maintaining an organised, electronic filing system of relevant documents.


• Advising and tracking progress in relation to statutory requirements, adhering to GDPR regulations and using discretion and confidentiality.


• Supporting the schools’ Christian ethos and values.

Benefits

• Appropriate training for Clerks through LA governor services.


• Working with a dedicated team of governors to support the schools in fulfilling their strategic vision.


• Opportunity to contribute to a supportive, nurturing Federation community.


• Flexibility to complete administration tasks (over and above meetings) at home.


• 10 x 2-2 ½ hr meetings during school terms between 17 : 30-20 : 30.


• Access to Microsoft Teams (every 3rd meeting is online).

Safeguarding Statement

Sodbury Vale Federation 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.

Sodbury Vale Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.