Clerk to Academy Council 

Salary (actual): £14.38 - £15.44 per hour, inclusive of London weighting
Grade: 6
Hours: 48 hours per annum
Work pattern: 2 hour meeting each half term per school + preparation time
Contract: Permanent
Holiday: Equivalent of 37 days holiday per annum pro-rated (inclusive of bank holidays)

Wood End Park Academy and Lake Farm Park Academy are seeking to recruit an experienced Clerk to provide advice and guidance to the governing board on governance, constitutional and procedural matters.

The post holder will contribute towards the efficient and effective functioning of a governing board and its committees by providing:

• Administrative and organisation support;
• Guidance to ensure that the board works in compliance with the appropriate legal and regulatory framework and understands the potential consequences for non-compliance;
• Advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the board.

The post holder must be flexible in their approach to the role as there are no fixed pattern of working hours. Most meeting are likely to take place during term time but there may be special occasions where out-of-term meetings are required.

We are looking for an individual who:

• Can demonstrate strong administration skills;
• Is proactive, positive and flexible;
• Has high expectations of themselves and colleagues;
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills;
• Is committed to working as part of a team;
• Is resilient;
• Shares our vision and aims for all of our pupils;
• Is dedicated and committed to the success of the schools.

For the right candidate, we will offer:

• Extensive support and CPD;
• The opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust;
• A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team;
• An ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team;
• A dedicated Governing Body;
• Supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;
• An employee assistance programme (EAP).

We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange.

The completed form should be returned to recruitment@theparkfederation.org or posted to the HR Department, c/o James Elliman Academy, Elliman Avenue, Slough SL2 5BA by the closing date.

Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.