Clerk to Trust – Governance Professional

Clerk to the Trust

Full-time Permanent, Term Time Only (including 5 inset days & 10 additional days per year)

Academy Trust in East London.

£47k – £53k depending on experience (Pro Rata Salary – £42k – £48k)

Active Recruitment is working with an outstanding Academy Trust based in East London.

They are looking to appoint a Clerk to the Trust for an ASAP start on a full-time, term time only basis. The Clerk will be accountable to the Chair of the Trust and their line manager.

The purpose of the role is to undertake the administrative and clerical work related to the meetings of the whole Governing Body and other committee meetings as may be required.

The clerk will be accountable to the Chair of the Trust, Trust board and Local Governing Bodies of the schools/academies.

Board and committee meetings take place during the afternoon and Local Governing Body (LGB) meetings usually take place early evening. Attendance is required at all planned meetings; the role is flexible with time off in lieu.

Previous experience of education, academies and Clerking to Governors is desirable but not essential.

The successful Clerk will demonstrate the following:

• Flexibility, with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Aptitude for initiative and self-management
• Excellent planning and organisation skills
• Effective communication and ICT skills
• A proven track record of accuracy and attention to detail

• Career Progression
• Access to Local Government Pension scheme
• A focus on staff well‑being and welfare – Carnegie Gold Mental Health Award status
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – 365 days a year helpline and additional support with legal, financial advice and counselling
• Free access to a fully fitted on-site fitness suite
• EV installation
• Cycle to work shower facilities
• Team building and sports events to build cohesion
• Winter well‑being holiday
• Free on‑site parking
• Free hot drinks