Derby Diocesan Academy Trust
Clerk to the Local Trust Committee
Location: St James C of E Junior School
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: SC.C (5-6)
Hours per week: 1.5
Weeks per year: 52
Start Date: As soon as possible
Age Range: 7-11
NOR: 300
Job outline
The Local Trust Committee wish to appoint a committed Clerk to the Local Trust Committee at St James’ CofE Junior School
About the role
This is a flexible, part-time position supporting approximately 7 meetings per year (mostly evenings, term-time). You will play a key role in ensuring meetings run smoothly by preparing agendas, taking clear minutes, and maintaining accurate records. There may be opportunities for additional hours.
What you’ll do
- Organise and support LTC meetings
- Prepare agendas and take concise minutes
- Follow up on actions and maintain records
- Support communication between governors and school leaders
About you
- Well organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator with good written skills
- Able to work independently and maintain confidentiality
- Comfortable using basic IT systems
Why join us?
- Be part of a supportive, friendly team
- Contribute to the success of local schools and communities
- Flexible role with training and development available
Application information
Applications are invited as soon as possible; we reserve the right to close applications early.
We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms.
To apply please submit completed applications forms to e.nadin@stjames.derby.sch.uk by the closing date.
Closing Date: Sunday 14th June 2026.
Provisional Interviews: w/c 8th June 2026.
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).
- Current Trustee Vacancies
- Become a Local Trust Committee Member
Working here doesn’t have to be a secret
Sign in to browse authentic reviews, anonymous ratings and salary data before you apply.
