Strategic Governance Clerk for a High-Impact School

William Austin Junior School; Luton; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

William Austin Junior School in Luton seeks an enthusiastic, highly organised Clerk to the Governing Body to support effective governance across the school. The role acts as principal adviser on governance matters, ensuring statutory compliance and assisting governors with strategic responsibilities.

Key duties include planning agendas, clerking meetings, maintaining governance records, advising on legislation, and supporting recruitment, induction, and training.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to work independently and with discretion.
• Willingness to develop governance knowledge through training.

Responsabilités

• Prepare agendas with the Chair and Headteacher.
• Attend and clerk meetings, record accurate minutes.
• Support governance cycle and ensure statutory compliance.
• Advise governors on governance legislation and best practice.
• Maintain governor records and compliance with GIAS and website requirements.
• Assist recruitment, induction, and training for governors.
• Organise meetings and ensure deadlines are met.

Connaissances

Organised

Communication

Discretion

Independent working

Formation

Governance qualification (desirable)

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

William Austin Junior School in Luton seeks an enthusiastic, highly organised Clerk to the Governing Body to support effective governance across the school. The role acts as principal adviser on governance matters, ensuring statutory compliance and assisting governors with strategic responsibilities.

Key duties include planning agendas, clerking meetings, maintaining governance records, advising on legislation, and supporting recruitment, induction, and training.