Clerk to Governors

Grade 7 (Points 17-23 £29,806 - £33,231 pro rata)

Actual Salary £8,768 - £9,776 per annum

 Part time, 12 hours per week, 41 weeks per year

Working the hours flexibly to meet the demands of the job

We wish to appoint a reliable, experienced and motivated Clerk to Governors to work with the Chairs of Governors, the Headteacher, and other Governors. Reporting directly to the joint Chairs of Governors, this position involves arranging and servicing all governor meetings including ad hoc panels and other administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the governing body.

We expect to have approximately 22 governing body and committee meetings each year. Apart from meetings at the school, the job is home-based, and a PC and internet connection will be needed. The position requires an average of 12 hours per week, mainly during term time, although there will be fluctuation week to week according to the demands of the job and some of the hours will be required to be worked during school holidays where necessary.

Ideally, you will have experience or knowledge of school governance as part of the role involves advising governors of the latest legislation relating to school governing bodies. The successful candidate will possess excellent written and spoken communication skills and be IT literate. The ability to remain impartial and maintain confidentiality is essential.

The Bishops’ Blue Coat C of E High School is a high achieving and supportive school, where all are known, nurtured and inspired to flourish. We are committed to ensuring high quality learning and teaching in a caring environment. You will find the school a rewarding and friendly place to work with very good relationships between staff and students. We have a strong commitment to the professional development of all.

If you would be interested in joining us, please download a Support Staff application pack from our website www.bishopschester.co.uk/careers- vacancies/

Closing date:  Monday 21st October at 10am

Interview date :  Friday 25th October

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact vacancies@bishopschester.co.uk

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high number of applications from suitably qualified candidates. Therefore, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

The Bishops’ Blue Coat CE High School is committed to all aspects of Safeguarding.