Clerk to the Local Governing Body

The Role

We are currently seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governors who is professional, personable and efficient to join our team.

The Clerk's main role is to provide professional clerking services to the Local Governing Body, and any panels. You will:

• Provide a full clerking service to the Local Governing Body
• Be able to take accurate minutes from your own notes and then produce well-presented minutes for distribution
• Collate and distribute agendas and associated paperwork in advance of meetings
• Be available to take minutes at a minimum of 4 LGB meetings throughout the year. Meetings will normally take place in the evenings
• Be available to clerk any panels as and when required
• Provide procedural and legal advice and guidance with the support of the Governance and Compliance Manager
• Maintain accurate records

Experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. A positive attitude to personal development and training with a flexible approach to working hours would be welcomed.

You will need excellent administration and communication skills, with experience of minute taking. You will need good interpersonal and organisation skills, be competent in the use of Microsoft software, email and internet, and will ideally have access to a computer.

Preparation and attendance for evening meetings will be payable on an hourly rate. This is usually approximately 7 hours per meeting. Please note, we will welcome applications on a job-share basis for this role. If you want to be considered for fewer meetings per year, please confirm this within your application.

Vision & Aims - The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education 
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD and professional development, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust. 

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• An EAP scheme
• Health cash plan scheme
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Discounted gym membership

To Apply

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please call 01283 372615 and ask to speak to Sandra Taylor, Governance and Compliance Manager.

Click the ‘Quick Apply’ button to complete your application. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.