Clerk to Governors

Wiltshire Career Site; Westbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Matravers School in Westbury seeks an inspirational Clerk to Governors to provide essential administrative and procedural support to the Governing Body. The role requires efficiency, organisation and the ability to work independently to stay on top of current legislation.

You will help the Governing Body fulfil their legal responsibilities, maintain key records of decisions and ensure they have the information needed to make informed choices. Closing date: 27 November, 9:00am.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and procedural support for the Governing Body.
• Keep key records of decisions and ensure information needed to make informed decisions.
• Work efficiently, be organised and able to work independently to stay on top of current legislation.

Job description

Salary

Grade: E (£13.92 per hour)

Hours of work

9 hours per week, 40 weeks (term time plus one week) Some fixed evening and daytime meetings – rest flexible

Contract

Permanent

A bit about us

At Matravers School, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for both our students and staff. Our school is located in the heart of Wiltshire, in the charming market town of Westbury. With over £10 million invested in our facilities, including world-class STEM resources and a transformative makeover of our existing buildings, we offer exceptional opportunities for our community.

What We Offer

• Professional Development: We believe in continuous growth and development. You will benefit from our extensive internal and external professional development programmes, designed to support you at every stage of your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a successful, collaborative, and committed staff team that will challenge and support you as you progress.
• Calm Working Atmosphere: Our school provides a calm and focused environment where pupils can flourish. We blend traditional approaches with modern twists to create fantastic opportunities for success.

All about the role

Join Our Inspiring Team at Matravers School. We are looking for an inspirational and dedicated Clerk to Governors to join the Matravers family. You will be the key administrative and procedural support for the Governing Body, and you will need to be efficient, organised and able to work independently to stay on top of current legislation.

This exciting position will enable us to support the Governing Body to fulfil their legal responsibilities and keep key records of decisions taken. The role will ensure they have all the information needed to make informed decisions.

Contact & Dates

We welcome visits and tours from prospective candidates. If you are interested in this post and would like to visit us, please contact Louise Fearon (Operations Executive) at [e-mail] to arrange.

Closing date (and time): Friday 27 November, 9:00am

Interview date: We recommend early application as we may interview before the closing date.

Commencement date: TBC

Other Information

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.