The Governing Body are seeking a self motivated person to provide secretarial support for the Governors. Duties will include arranging meetings, preparing meeting papers and taking minutes, maintaining a business calendar including policy reviews. The Governing Body are looking for someone who is reliable, confident, good with people and with an interest in governance. You will need skills in good administration practice and experience of minute taking. You will also need to be confident in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and email and have access to a computer and the internet. Responsibilities will include working effectively with the Chair of Governors, Headteacher and other Governors to secure continuity of governing body business. To advise on procedural and legislative matters and to ensure the Governing Body works to the legal framework. An understanding of confidentiality is essential for this role. The role will be recruited under the Clerking Service protocol; applicants must either hold a relevant award (BTEC level 3 in Clerk to the Governing Body or equivalent) or be prepared to work towards the East Sussex Clerk to Governors Association Scheme, for which funding and training will be provided.

Application information

Hours of work: 120 hours per annum Working pattern: Part-time (As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: Friday 07 November 2014 Interview date: Thursday 20 November 2014