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Bridge Academy Trust is a collegiate and collaborative Trust comprising of 11 schools, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

About the role:

We're looking for a reliable and organised Governance Clerk to support governing board meetings across schools within our Trust based in the Ongar, Halstead and Chelmsford areas.

The role includes:

· Attending governing board meetings

· Taking accurate minutes

· Completing post-meeting administration and distributing minutes in an agreed timeframe

What we're looking for:

· Excellent organisational and communication skills

· Strong attention to detail

· Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

· Experience in clerking, administration or governance is desirable

· A background in education would be advantageous

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Work Schedule:

4 evening meetings per school each academic year, held during term time in the evenings

Hours to cover meeting, attendance and minute writing

How to Apply: 

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Bridge Academy Trust.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to recruitment@bridgeacademytrust.org

Information about the School

We are a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE.

Our core purpose at Bridge Academy Trust is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a strong sense of ‘community’. We have a community and school-led school improvement approach, with a long term sustainable strategy.

More information can be found on the trust's website.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.