Steel City Schools Partnership are looking to recruit Clerk(s) to support our Local School Committees and wider governance service. 

Pay scale:     Grade 5/6

Contract:     Permanent (up 25 hours per week, term-time only)

Start date:    September 2026

 We are looking for enthusiastic and organised individuals to provide administrative support, advice and guidance to Local School Committee’s on governance, constitutional and procedural matters. Clerks contribute towards the efficient and effective functioning of governance across our Trust by providing:

• administrative and organisational support
• guidance to ensure the Local School Committees works in compliance with its legal and regulatory framework
• advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the local school committees.

 We are looking for people who can communicate effectively and inspire others to contribute to excellent governance in our Trust, and who are willing to undertake training. Clerks will be working in a team under the Trust’s Governance Lead.

 We are looking for 25 hours per which can be fulfilled by one person or split into 2 roles as per below:

 Post 1: 12.5 hours a week (term time only) supporting schools in the North of Sheffield (Parson Cross/Chapeltown area)

Post 2: 12.5 hours a week (term time only) supporting schools in the South of Sheffield (Woodseats/Greenhill/Beighton)

Start date: September 2026. Working patterns to be negotiated. The roles will include some evening working to support Local School Committee meetings.

Informal discussions about the role are warmly welcomed and encouraged. These can be arranged by contacting Rebecca Burton on governance@scsp.org.uk or 0114 321 0058.

Application Information: Please state clearly whether you are applying for a 25 hour post or a 12.5 hour post.

Closing Date: Midday 6^th July 2026

Interview Date: 15^th July 2026

We expect the successful candidate to work within our collaborative spirit and ethos, by building on the successes of the individual schools by working in conjunction with others to raise standards and enhance the outcomes for the pupils, families and communities we serve.

You can find further information about Steel City Schools Partnership and our schools by visiting the website: SCSP Website