Governance Clerk

THE DAVID ROSS EDUCATION TRUST; Kettering; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join THE DAVID ROSS EDUCATION TRUST as a Governance Clerk and support high-quality governance at Greenfields Primary School. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact on children's education and wellbeing by providing vital administrative support and guidance to school governors. Enjoy flexible working hours around scheduled meetings and be a part of a dedicated governance team. Competitive hourly pay and benefits included.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and Wellbeing support

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform with discounts

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Experience providing advice on constitutional and procedural matters.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clerking services to the school.
• Provide advice to governors on various matters.
• Support exclusion and complaints panels as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Independence

Job description

The David Ross Education Trust is seeking to appoint a Governance Clerk to deliver high-quality clerking services to Greenfields Primary School and Nursery, Kettering.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our governance team and work flexibly around a calendar of scheduled meetings. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to work independently, and organise their own time whilst working to strict deadlines. The role includes providing advice to governors on constitutional and procedural matters and offering effective administrative support under the guidance of our Director of Governance.

About the role

This role offers unique insights into how schools are run at a strategic level and how governance drives school improvement. You will play a vital role in supporting strong governance that can positively impact the life chances of children in our community and beyond, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds or facing barriers.

Meetings typically occur up to 5 times per year at 5:30 pm. The Clerk may also support exclusion and complaints panels as needed.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact [e-mail].

We may have other clerking opportunities in the Northamptonshire area. Please indicate on your application if you're interested in these roles.

Casual hours/ Casual Contract

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 26 £18.72 per hour (plus £2.25 per hour holiday pay)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks and access to education leaders
• Health and Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform with discounts on holidays, cinema, restaurants, and Cycle to Work Scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

Our mission is to provide every child in our schools with a world-class education, broadening horizons and inspiring confidence. We aim to be the top-performing Multi-Academy Trust, operating 36 schools across London, Yorkshire, and beyond, including special and all-through schools.

We collaborate with outstanding organisations and individuals to support our vision of better life chances through quality education.

Apply now

To apply, complete the online application form via the 'apply now' button.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo vetting, including an Enhanced DBS check, and adhere to safeguarding policies.