Clerk to the Local Governing Committee

Location: Holyrood Academy Pay Grade: NJC Point 12 (FTE ££29542) Actual Salary: £876.57 per annum Hours of Work: 50 hours per year worked over term time (38 weeks pa) This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our school providing advice and guidance to the local governing committee (LGC) on governance, consititutional and procedural matters. We are looking for someone who has knowledge of school systems, structures, accountability and funding as well as governance legislation, procedures and regulations and can deliver high standards of administrative support. Working closely with the Chair of Governors, Headteacher and Trust’s Governance Professional, you will play a key part in supporting the efficient and effective functioning of the LGC as well as guidance to ensure the committee is properly constituted. You will have experience of working in the education sector and will be a highly organised person with good IT skills who is able to manage time well to meet deadlines. The ability to minute take effectively with a high level of accuracy is essential. You will also be an excellent communicator, both verbally and in the written form as well as being able to relate well to others to build effective relationships. You will be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the role, including attending evening meetings. We are looking for Clerks across the Trust and therefore there is the possibility that the successful candidate could carry out this role for more than one of our schools. We can offer a competitive salary, a Local Government pension, a term time only working pattern, free onsite parking, and discounted membership at our onsite gym. We encourage our staff to broaden their skills and knowledge through continuous learning and development. See the job description for a full breakdown of the role and responsibilities. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Closing Date is 9am on Monday 12th October