Clerk to the Governors

Wiltshire Council; Calne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Calne is seeking a Clerk to the Governors to support the Governing Body in its functions. The role requires effective organisational skills, the ability to take accurate minutes, and a flexible approach to working hours. The post involves about 4 hours of work per week during term time, with a requirement to attend evening meetings. Training and professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to take accurate notes of meetings.
• Experience with administrative support in a governance context.
• Flexibility to adapt working hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Governing Body.
• Take accurate minutes and distribute agendas.
• Attend meetings and relevant training events.

Skills

Organisational skills

Note-taking

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Fynamore Primary School is set on the western edge of Calne. It is a popular, vibrant and welcoming community with a strong commitment to inclusion and to the children’s wider personal and academic development.

Role and responsibilities

• The Governing Body of Fynamore Primary School is looking to appoint a Clerk to the Governors to work effectively with the Chair of Governors, the Headteacher and the Governing Body. A professional clerk is pivotal to the efficient and effective functioning of our board and its committees. Duties include providing administrative and organisational support; providing information and guidance to ensure that the board works in compliance with the appropriate legal and regulatory frameworks; and providing advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the board.
• You should be organised with the ability to take accurate notes of meetings and produce well-presented minutes for distribution. You will also collate and distribute agendas and associated documentation in advance of meetings, keep accurate records, and attend relevant training events. Professional development will be available.
• The post holder will be required to work approximately 4 hours per week term-time only (38 weeks per year). The hours worked each month will vary dependent on Governing Body business. A flexible approach to working hours will be required to ensure availability for work at times convenient to the Governing Body, including attendance at evening meetings. Access to a computer and printer is essential to carry out the requirements of this role.