Clerk to Governors - Level 1

Required from as soon as possible
1 x Permanent Part Time Clerk to the Governors – Level 1

Salary: BS3 £23,151 per annum, pro rata (this includes the living wage supplement, hourly rate £12.00). Approximately 9 evening meetings per year plus other duties totalling around 80 hours per annum, term time only.

The governing body of Gosforth C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a clerk to governors who is enthusiastic and interested in school operations, strategy and governance.

The successful candidate will:
• Be accountable to the governing board, working effectively with the Chair of Governors, the Head Teacher and other governors.
  •    ensure the continuity and effectiveness of governing board business, by providing high quality confidential administrative support, working within the governance legislative framework.
•    maintain an archive of records; documenting meetings, governor details, statutory policy details and terms of reference.
•    be an excellent communicator committed to being part of an effective team within the whole school community.
•    be committed to their own professional development.

In return we offer:
• A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a priority.
• A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times.
• A high level of support from an active governing board.

For an application pack please visit www.gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk  or email admin@gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk . Completed application forms along with a covering letter should be submitted via email: admin@gosorth.cumbria.sch.uk  or by post to Mr C Walton, Chair of Governors, Wasdale Road, Gosforth, Seascale, Cumbria CA20 1AZ.

Gosforth C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, it engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID and medical checks will also be required before any offer is finalised. In addition, if appointed, a completed Childcare Disqualification declaration will also be required.

We are operating a rolling recruitment process and interviews are held on receipt of successful applications