Clerk to Governors - 10 hours per week

The Wellington Academy  (5 hours per week)

Eagles Primary Academy   (2.5 hours per week)

Lions Primary Academy     (2.5 hours per week)   

Flexibility will be given with these hours but attendance at the school for one meeting a term is required.

Salary: Grade G 12-14 £13.93-14.91 per hour

Contract: Permanent, Part time – 10 hours per week

Closing date: 09.00, Monday 15th July 2024

Interview Date: W/C 15th July 2024

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview

Wellington Academy and Primaries are looking to appoint a highly organised and self-motivated Clerk to the governors. The Clerk is accountable to the governing body, working effectively with the Chair of Governors, and with the Head Teacher and Head of Governance and Compliance.

What we offer:

• The chance to work within a well-run, friendly supportive environment.
• To work with a dedicated team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop
• Onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Fantastic benefit scheme with discounts on food and clothes retailers, to holiday and cinema, online fitness and recipes from Hello Fresh.

Main Responsibilities:

The clerk to the governors will ensure the smooth running of the governing body; preparing agendas and meeting papers, taking and distributing minutes, giving administrative support, keeping records, providing up to date information on policies and date of reviews, and providing procedural and legislative advice to the governing body. They must have excellent organizational, communication and ICT skills.

The schools are looking to appoint an individual who will be committed to help us build on our achievements and to provide the best education for the pupils it serves.

Please download the application form. Please note CV’s will not be accepted.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.

If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.

Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable.

Together we Belong, Believe, Become.

We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. Examples of great discounts currently on offer include:

• 10% off Eyewear
• 20% off Gym Membership
• 25% off monthly subscription to online gym memberships
• Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores
• On site flu vaccinations
• Teachers and Wiltshire Pension scheme
• Generous annual leave for support staff up to 31 days + 8 bank holidays per year (with 5 years’ service)

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.

Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearning.org.uk

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Please note: Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2023 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

The Wellington Academy opened in 2009 and, is an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 Academy situated in a beautiful location of Tidworth, which is on the outskirts of Salisbury in Wiltshire.

Our curriculum breadth is focused on ensuring every pupil is exposed to the widest range of subjects possible to equip them to leave school ready to achieve their dreams and fulfil their goals.

The Wellington Academy’s vision for all our pupils is that they become inquisitive, ambitions and independent young adults and when they leave us, they will have the skills, knowledge, and character they need to take them on to university or the workplace. Our pupils are friendly and happy and value good relationships with their teachers.

Wellington Lions Primary Academy, part of the Ascend Learning Trust, is a purpose-built school based within the new housing development in NEQ (Northeast Quadrant) of Tidworth and caters for pupils from Reception through to Year 6.

Our recent Ofsted Inspection (July 2023) graded the school Good in all categories, with strengths highlighted in its curriculum and inclusive ethos.

At Wellington Lions Primary Academy, we firmly believe that every child in our care has the right to be truly inspired by an engaging and purposeful curriculum. We have dedicated staff who are passionate about providing our children with enriching and exciting experiences so that they can all achieve success in their learning journey. We actively encourage our children to be curious and believe that this supports them on their path to becoming life-long learners.

Wellington Eagles Academy is ambitious, growing, and inclusive 4-11 primary school and nursery school, who are a proud member of the Ascend Learning Trust.

At Wellington Eagles Primary Academy, we firmly believe that every child in our care has the right to be truly inspired by an engaging and purposeful curriculum. We have dedicated staff who are passionate about providing our children with enriching and exciting experiences so that they can all achieve success in their learning journey.

We actively encourage our children to be enthusiastic, resilient, collaborative, and aspirational and believe that this supports them on their path to becoming life-long learners.