Casual Governance Clerk

SCH-PAT-0422

Required for as soon as possible

Do you need to earn some extra cash, whilst also being able to work flexible hours? Do you have an interest in Education? If so, we want to hear from you!

Pontefract Academies Trust are seeking to appoint a Governance Clerk(s) to deliver a high-quality clerking service across our schools. This is an exciting opportunity to join our governance team and work flexibly around a calendar of scheduled meetings.

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust, comprising of eight (soon to be nine) schools, six primary schools and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Students are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.

This role will enable you to gain a unique insight into how schools are run, and how governance drives school improvement.

A flexible approach to working is essential. Much of the work can be undertaken from home, but regular attendance at each school for the meetings is essential. Each of our school committees have four meetings per year, which take place between 5.30pm and 7pm pm on different days of the week. Meeting dates are set one year in advance. We anticipate that each meeting commitment, including preparation and follow up, will be around 10 hours.

Previous governance experience would be beneficial but is not essential, however previous experience of minute taking is essential.

This position is casual, and as such, there is no mutuality of obligation between you and the Trust regarding the provision and acceptance of work. Full training will be provided, as well as access to support and guidance from the Trust Head of Governance to support you in fulfilling the expectations of the role.

To arrange an informal conversation with the Trust Head of Governance, Kerry Grinsill-Clinton, please contact recruitment@patrust.org.uk.

All applications for this role should be submitted on the Trust Face-Ed system (https://www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies) before the closing date of Tuesday 5th March 2024 at 10am.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should sufficient applications be received.

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to safeguarding all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.