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Clerk to Governors - Term Time

Sandwich Technology School, Sandwich

  • Ref:KCC886-5463-467S
  • Posted:13/09/2022
  • Pay:£1,975 - £2,108 (pro rata to £21,801 - £23,262)
  • Start Date:October 2022
  • App Close Date:25/09/2022 at 23:45
  • Interviews:TBC

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Hours: 4 hours per week (averaged), term time only.

We are seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governors working on average 4 hours per week (term time only). You should have an excellent standard of numeracy, literacy and ICT skills along with an eye for detail. The post holder will provide advice and guidance on governance, constitutional and procedural matters, and ensure that the work of the Governing Body conforms to the responsibilities assigned by the School. Duties of the role include draft agendas, take notes and produce detailed minutes of meetings, to maintain information on membership and advise the Governing Body on procedural and legislative matters.

This role would suit someone with expansive experience within a secretarial or office role that is looking for a few additional hours or who has retired from a similar role and wishes to work a few flexible hours.

There are 3 Full Governing Body meetings across the academic year and 3 Committee meetings which are generally scheduled during the early evening on Monday’s or Wednesday’s.  The Clerk is to attend all meetings.  The schedule of meetings is agreed at the start of each academic year providing plenty of notice for the Clerk and Governors. In this role you can enjoy the flexibility of carrying out the remaining hours from home.

For further information regarding the main duties and responsibilities of the job please see the attached job description.

Please note applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview so early application is encouraged.  We reserve the right to close the advert when we are in receipt of sufficient applications and without notice.

Sandwich Technology School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  Any appointment would be subject to appropriate safeguarding procedures.

If you would like to visit the school, please contact the school office on 01304 610000.  Please visit our website:www.sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk to discover more about our school.

Information about the school

STS is an 11 to 18, mixed, secondary school that has an excellent reputation across Kent where "Pupils engage well in learning. They enjoy their lessons and behave well. Pupils show respect for each other and value the work their teachers do to support them" (OFSTED May 2019).

The success of our students from Year 7 through to the Sixth Form is due to the ‘can do, will do’ attitude that is the hallmark of staff and students alike. At STS we ‘Hold fast that which is good’: a broad and engaging curriculum; interesting, inspiring and innovative classroom practice; as well as a whole host of enriching extra-curricular activity. Throughout their time at STS the students are provided with quality advice, support and guidance to help them progress and grow academically, personally and vocationally. We recognise and celebrate diversity and understand that a ‘one size fits all’ approach is inappropriate for the unique individuals we serve.

What is it like to work for us?

We pride ourselves on our friendly, purposeful and supportive working environment where staff can develop professionally and meet their own career aspirations. Please read the quotes below from current staff members as to what it is like to work at Sandwich Technology School.

"There's a balance of warmth and professionalism; ambition is encouraged and innovation is welcomed."

"The amount of autonomy and trust is really amazing here..... I have been given the chance to teach in my own way, yet have a supportive and collaborative department that shares ideas"

"I am free to take risks and try new things and share my experience with others."

"There is a rich CPD offering that supports research based methods informed by experience."

"Staff actively support each other through tough times, both personal and professional."

"There is plenty of opportunities for aspiring leaders at all levels."

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01304 610100

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.