- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 329 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Orchard Community Primary School website
Clerk to Governors
More than one location, Symphony Learning TrustDeadline is today
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
28 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
18 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time (Can be done as a job share): Flexible working hours during term time to meet the schedule of the governing body. Meetings are generally held in the evenings, and in most cases, you will be expected to attend in person. In some instances, virtual attendance via Microsoft Teams may be possible. Outside of meetings, this is a flexible, home-based role, allowing you to manage your workload efficiently around other commitments. The schools hold between 5 and 6 Full LGB meetings per year.
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £22.01 (pay award pending)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are You Highly Organised, Efficient, Detail Orientated Individual?
We are looking for a proactive and reliable individual with excellent communication skills to take on the role of Clerk to the Governors. You can apply to work at one or more of our six fantastic Leicestershire based schools.
- Hugglescote Community Primary School in Hugglescote (joining Sept25)
- Newcroft Primary Academy in Shepshed,
- Orchard Community Primary School in Castle Donington,
- The Hall School in Glenfield, (joining Sept25)
- Thornton Primary School in Thornton
- Thythorn Field Community Primary School in Wigston (joining Sept25)
Who We're Looking For:
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- The ability to take clear and accurate minutes
- Good understanding of confidentiality and governance procedures (or willingness to learn)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work flexibly and meet deadlines
What the school offers its staff
At Symphony Learning Trust we are:
- Committed to safeguarding children and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity.
- Dedicated to providing balanced, inspirational and exciting learning experiences.
- We have a proven track record in leading national initiatives and effective School to School support.
- We focus on outstanding learning and teaching in all activities.
- We place emphasis on the well-being of pupils and staff.
Further details about the role
About the Role:
As Clerk to the Governors, you will play a vital role in supporting our Governors to comply with statutory requirements and best practices. Your work will ensure that Governors’ meetings run smoothly, agendas and relevant documents prepared in advance. During meetings, you will take accurate minutes and keep discussions on track.
Outside of meetings, you will provide administrative support, maintain governance records and develop a strong working knowledge of governance rules and procedures to assist Governors with any queries.
Why do Schools need Governance:
Governance is essential in schools to ensure strong leadership, accountability and high educational standards. School governors provide strategic direction, oversee financial management and hold the leadership team accountable for delivering the best possible education for all pupils within an inclusive and well-managed learning environment.
No Experience in Governance?
You don’t need prior governance experience to apply. The Trust will provide full governance training and support for suitable candidates, making this a fantastic opportunity for those looking for a career change or to gain valuable experience in school governance.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
How to applyIf you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Symphony Learning Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- lwatson@symphonylearningtrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01530 442492
School Details
Orchard Community Primary School
Thornton Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 137 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Thornton Primary School website
Newcroft Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 384 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Newcroft Primary Academy website
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