Clerk to Governors

Clerk to Governors

Closing on: Apr 23, 2025
Job Category: Support Staff
Job Type: Permanent
Job Location: Derby Cathedral School

Job Title: Clerk to Governors

Location: Derby Cathedral School

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: NJC Scale 4 Points 7-11 £25,584 to £27,269 full time equivalent (will be reduced pro-rata for part-time hours)

Hours per week: Approx 12 per month

Weeks per year: 52

Start Date: 2nd June 2025

Age Range: KS3, KS4 and KS5

NOR: 1260

Job outline

Clerk to Governing Board (Local Academy Committee)

Join our thriving Church of England secondary school in the heart of Derby

The Role

We’re seeking a Clerk to Governors to join our successful administration team and support our Local Academy Committee (Governing Board). This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a growing school that opened in 2018 and now serves over 1,200 students across Years 7-13.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide governance advice and support, including procedural guidance and legislative updates
  • Manage and administer governing board meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up actions
  • Maintain accurate records of governor membership, meetings, and board documentation
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for governance, information management, and school policies
  • Support board communication, professional development, and effective governance processes

About Us

Derby Cathedral School is the Diocese’s first Church of England Secondary school, housed in a state-of-the-art building since September 2021. Our curriculum and FAITH values create a foundation for outstanding personal development and academic achievement.

What We Offer

  • Modern, purpose-built facilities in Derby city centre
  • Free on-site parking
  • Free on-site gym
  • Westfield Health employee assistance programme
  • Annual flu jab
  • Supportive professional development
  • Opportunity to shape a growing department

Location

Derby offers an exceptional quality of life, situated just 15 minutes from the M1 and on the doorstep of the Peak District National Park. The city combines urban amenities with easy access to stunning countryside, making it one of the UK’s top places to live.

Application information

Key Details

  • Start Date: 2nd June 2025
  • Closing Date: 23rd April 2025
  • Interviews: w/c 28th April 2025
  • Application: Please complete the DDAT application form to j.foulkes@derbycathedralschool.org.uk

Safeguarding Commitment

Derby Diocesan Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, and enhanced DBS clearance.

Join us in shaping the future of education in Derby—apply today and become part of our success story!

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).