School Business Assistant (Clerk to Governors)

Salary details: £ - £

The Governors and Headteacher of Corfield CofE Infant School wish to appoint a School Business Assistant (Clerk to Governors) who is efficient, motivated and organised to join our wonderful school.  

This is a key role supporting our Local Governing Board in the strategic management and development of our school. 

The purpose of the clerk's role is to: 

Provide advice to the governing body on governance, constitutional and procedural matters. 

Provide effective administrative support to the governing board and its committees. 

Ensure the governing board is properly constituted. 

Manage information effectively in accordance with legal requirements. 

Take minutes, circulate reports, prepare agendas, prepare letters, correspond with the school community as necessary and other specific duties for which close liaison with the Headteacher and Chair of Governors is essential. 

A willingness to work flexibly is required as the workload is variable as the post holder would need to attend at least 6 evening meetings per academic year. The weekly hours may vary dependant on workload.

Knowledge of how schools and governing boards operate would be an advantage along with previous experience of similar work but full training can be provided. 
 
We are a committed, dedicated and enthusiastic school with a strong sense of purpose, which is to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a passionate team to help make a difference. We are proud of our unique character being a Church of England Infant School in the Diocese of Derby and a school that sits very much in the heart of the local community.   

Corfield CofE Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. It is vitally important that the successful candidate adheres to confidentiality at all times and does not share any information about any child to anyone outside of the school setting under any circumstance.   

Visits to our school are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01773 712893.  

Due to this post having access to children, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).   

Please visit our website for more information on our school: 

https://www.corfield.derbyshire.sch.uk/

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 10 November 2025