Our board of Governors is looking to recruit a Clerk. The position involves working closely with the Chair of Governors, to provide administrative support to the Local Governing Board, including preparing and circulating meeting agendas and minute taking at the Board and ad hoc Panel meetings.

The Clerk will also provide advice on current and emerging regulations and good practice to ensure that the work of the Governing Body is efficient, effective, and compliant.

The Clerk role is a part-time position, equating to approximately 4 hours a week, term time only. It would suit an organised and self-motivated individual with a background in administrative support. Prior experience of clerking is not required as training and mentoring is available. Support in the role is offered by the Athelstan Trust Governance Lead and from other Clerks within The Athelstan Trust.

The Athelstan Trust is a successful and growing Multi-Academy Trust consisting of five secondary schools and two primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. We currently employ over 600 people and educate 4,100 pupils and plan to expand further over the coming years. At Malmesbury School our vision is to be a Happy, Caring and Excellent community. We are proud to be a truly comprehensive school providing an education of the highest quality for all the students within Malmesbury and the surrounding area.

The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.