Holymead Primary Clerk to the Governors Start date: As soon as possible Salary range: BG8, £28,163.00 - £30,060.00 FTE per annum, pro rata (approx. £14.60-£15.58 per hour ) Holymead Primary School is a three form entry school at the heart of its community in Brislington, South Bristol. Our calm, friendly and welcoming environment is conducive to great teaching and learning, with highly motivated pupils, an effective school structure and leadership team, and a close-knit team of colleagues. Our recent Ofsted Inspection (September 2023) recognised the value we place in relationships and our commitment to both pupils and staff: “Pupils thrive, both academically and personally, in this environment.” “Staff are proud to be part of the school. They appreciate the consideration given to their well-being and the assistance they receive to manage their workload. They say that the school has a tangible sense of ‘community’.”
The Holymead Primary governing body would like to appoint a clerk to work with and fully support the governors
The post is a part-time position, covering 6 Full Governing Body meetings (as well as subcommittee meetings), per academic year. Each Full Governing Body meeting is held from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
The clerk to the governors is central to the smooth running of the governing body. The clerk must have excellent organisation, communication and ICT skills, as well as an ability to take accurate minutes at meetings. To help the successful applicant fulfil their role we expect them to attend all relevant training events and the Clerk’s Network meetings.
Duties will include:- Administrative support • Prepare agendas for Governing Body meetings in consultation with Headteacher and Chair of Governors or Chairs of committees. • Publish agendas and appropriate reports within required timescales. • Ensure meetings are quorate. • Attend meetings of the Governing Body and committees (as required) and take accurate minutes. • Prepare draft minutes of meetings for approval by Chair and distribute Minutes as required. • Follow up agreed action points and report progress to the Chair. • Maintain records of agreed Governing Body and committee Minutes and associated papers for the public record. • Ensure that all Governors sign a declaration of their qualification as a governor at the start of their term of office. • Ensure that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check has been carried out on a governor. • Maintain records of attendance at meetings and training undertaken by members of the Governing Body. • Maintain a register of Governors’ business / pecuniary interests. • Ensure relevant information about the Governing Body is on the school website.
Providing advice • Advise the Governing Body on governance legislation and procedural matters. • Where necessary seek advice from third parties on behalf on the Governing Body. • Inform the Governing Body of any changes in its responsibilities as a result of legislation, and advice on best practice. • Ensure statutory policies are in place. • Advise on the annual calendar of Governing Body meetings and business. • Ensure the Governing Body is properly constituted, maintain records of Governors’ terms of office and contact details and inform the LA of any changes. • Provide induction materials and advice to new Governors as appropriate. • Keep up to date with current educational developments and legislation affecting school governance. • To attend briefings and training as required. • Undertake other related tasks as required.
Safeguarding Statement Holymead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including those related to ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. The successful candidate will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Our Safeguarding and Child protection Policy can be found on our school website.
We value a diverse workforce, welcoming applications form all sections of the community
Closing date for applications is Friday 10th January 2025 Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding and interview date during the week commencing Monday 13th January 2025.