Clerk to Governors
Cann Bridge School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8EE12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
7 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: Hours: 190 hours per annum worked flexibly (attend planning and board meetings) The position involves participating in six Governor meetings annually. Typically, these meetings occur on Thursdays between 4:45 pm and 7:00 pm. However, occasional additional meetings may be required to support Governors in fulfilling their duties
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £2930
Pay scale
- Grade D
Hourly rate
- £13.47
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and organise all Governing Body meetings, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and proper procedures.
- Communicate meeting details and distribute relevant documents promptly.
- Record comprehensive minutes and maintain attendance records for each meeting.
- Collaborate with the Chair of Governors and Headteacher to create and distribute agendas in advance.
- Manage correspondence and maintain an organised filing system for important documents.
- Provide advice and guidance on procedural matters, legal requirements, and governance best practices.
- Stay informed about relevant legislation, regulations, and changes in governance procedures and policies.
- Arrange and facilitate training sessions for governors as necessary.
- Uphold strict confidentiality during meetings and act as a liaison between the Governing Body, school staff, and external stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all Governing Body activities, decisions, and policies.
- Assist governors in understanding their roles and responsibilities, offering information and support as needed.
- Undertake additional tasks as required to support the efficient functioning of the Governing Body and the school.
What the school offers its staff
When you join Cann Bridge School, you’ll become part of a committed team that values your professional growth. We offer:
- Bespoke Continuing Professional Development (CPD) tailored to your individual needs and career goals
- Specialist weekly and ongoing training and development to keep you at the forefront of best practices
- Clear Career Progression pathways, providing opportunities for long-term career growth
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teacher Pension Scheme for future financial security
- An excellent Employee Assistance Programme, offering physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing services, and private healthcare options (where applicable) through Education Mutual
- Staff Discounts on a wide range of products and services through the Blue Card professional student discount scheme
- The opportunity to work with incredible children, young people, and a dedicated staff team
Commitment to safeguarding
Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to hr@cannbridge.co.uk
CVs are not accepted.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Cann Bridge School
- School type
- Special school, ages 3 to 19
- School size
- 95 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Cann Bridge School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hr@cannbridge.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01752207909
Cann Bridge School is a registered Plymouth City Council Local Authority maintained special school for children and young people aged 3 to 19 years. Located in Estover, Plymouth, learners travel from Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall to learn, with capacity for 108 learners.
The school is designated as one for children and young people with complex needs; with their cognition and learning needs identifying a severe learning difficulty. Most learners have complex communication and interaction needs, including those identified as part of a specific learning difficulties associated with Downs Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Condition, physical disabilities or a complex medical condition. All learners have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
To learn more about Cann Bridge School and the wonderful things happening, please visit our:
• Website: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/cannbridgeschool
• School Newsletters: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk/families/newsletters-forms
Arranging a visit to Cann Bridge School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@cannbridge.co.uk.
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