Clerk to Trustees (Governance Professional)
Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School are looking for a Clerk to Trustees (Governance Professional) to support our Boards of Trustees.
We have staff and Governors who are fully committed to going the 'extra mile' to meet the needs of our children and their families. Providing a broad and balanced curriculum enriched with a wealth of engaging learning opportunities and experiences is key to our vision. We work hard to ensure that our children emerge as independent, confident learners with high self-esteem who aspire in 'Being the best that we can be!'
Clerk to Trustees (Governance Professional) - Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School
Rate of pay - £15 per hour, based on an average of two hours per week. Term time only (plus paid holiday allowance).
Hours to be worked flexibly around a schedule of meetings.
The board currently has 8 meetings per year held on Wednesday evenings, some of which will be in person in the evening and some of which may be held remotely.
Other than attendance at meetings, much of the role can be carried out from home.
We are looking for someone who is organised, with excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. You should have strong IT skills, written and verbal communication skills and experience of preparing agendas and minutes.
The main duties of the role are:
- Liaising with the Headteacher and Chair of Trustees to prepare agendas and circulate papers prior to meetings
- Attending trust board meetings, taking and circulating minutes and updating actions.
- Staying up to date with changes in legislation and guidance and advising the Boards of Trustees on compliance.
- Maintaining records such as Trustee attendance at meetings, Declarations of Interest, skills audits and training.
All applications should be on the school application form Vacancies | Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School, job description - person specification attached.
Please forward completed application forms to lucy.wilson@bracebridge.lincs.sch.uk
Closing date for submission of applications - 31st January 2025
We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a sufficient number of applications
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Clearance.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.