Clerk to the Governing Body
Clerk to the Governing Body
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Job Description
This is a key role providing administrative and procedural advice to the Governing Body reporting to the Chair of Governors.
This vital position ensures the effectiveness of the Governing Board by meeting the administrative and procedural requirements and enabling the Board to have successful discussions.
Primarily the clerk is responsible for preparing agendas in consultation with the Head Teacher and the Chair of Governors; taking and writing up the minutes at Governors meetings and distributing documentation and other information to the Governing Body. The Clerk will also need to become familiar with the DfE Governance Handbook and provide accurate advice to Governors as necessary.
There are usually 10 meetings of the full Governing Body per year but attendance at additional committee meetings will be required. These are held Monday evenings. However willingness to attend meetings on other days and times is essential.
The successful candidate will also be expected to attend two termly briefing sessions held by the Local Authority which are held during the working day and also take advantage of other training sessions that may be offered.
Good literacy numeracy and IT skills are essential. The job requires someone who is a good communicator who works well on their own using their own initiative and as part of a team.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th May at midday
Shortlisting: Friday 16th May
Interviews to be held in school morning of Friday 23rd May
For further information please email our current clerk
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
How to Apply Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position you will be required to complete a selfdeclaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children young people and adults at risk visit Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and wellbeing of children in Bracknell Forest Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity respect and consideration.
Disability We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and if successful to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.
Preemployment medical check As a condition of the Offer of Employment the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.
References On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
Employment Type
Full-Time
