At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage communications, oversee governance, and ensure brand standards across multiple schools.
- Company: Join a supportive academy network dedicated to community and student success.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Perfect for students seeking valuable experience in administration and governance.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in communications and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 20176 - 20176 £ per year.
Part-time, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. Availability required for a flexible working pattern, Monday to Friday 8:30 am–3:30 pm with flexibility for late afternoon meetings. The role is based at Hylands School, Chelmsford, Essex, with an expectation to travel to several primary schools within the Essex region.
Key Responsibilities – Communications
- Brand Gatekeeper: Ensure all public-facing documents adhere to the academies’ brand standards.
- Strategy & Delivery: Map out and deliver the academies’ marketing strategy across the academic year, including events, admissions, and open days.
- Digital Leadership: Manage the academies’ social media platforms and website content, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and statutory requirements.
- Community Cohesion: Work collaboratively to increase community cohesion with local communities.
- Fundraising: Partner with the Director of Opportunity and the academies’ SLT to identify funding sources and prepare bids.
- Lettings Management: Manage and oversee lettings at each academy, acting as the day-to-day point of contact.
Key Responsibilities – Governance & Clerking
- Advisory Guidance: Advise the Local Governing Body on core functions, regulatory framework, governance legislation, and procedural matters before, during, and after meetings.
- Meeting Administration: Prepare focused agendas, liaise for papers, ensure meetings are quorate, and draft and circulate accurate minutes.
- Compliance: Ensure statutory policies are in place and revised when necessary; update GIAS websites to reflect the structure of the LGB.
- Membership: Advise on governor term expiry and maintain up-to-date records (e.g., pecuniary interests and training).
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong experience in communications, copywriting, or public relations.
- Experience carrying out complex administrative tasks.
- Working knowledge of marketing procedures and practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication; strong listening skills.
- High level of ICT experience, including design packages, Google Suite, and MS Office/Word processing; ability to update websites.
- Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workloads under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail aligned with brand standards.
- English and Maths to GCSE/Standard Grade or equivalent (at least Grade 4/C).
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Offers of employment are subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Part-time Clerk to the Governors employer: St Teresa's
Hylands School in Chelmsford, Essex, is an exceptional employer that values its staff and fosters a supportive work culture. With a commitment to professional development, employees have access to growth opportunities while enjoying a flexible working pattern that promotes work-life balance. The school's dedication to community engagement and safeguarding ensures a meaningful and rewarding experience for all staff members.
