Clerk to Local Academy Council

Ascatonline; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 3,000; Part time

Job summary

A local academy is seeking a Clerk to the Local Academy Council in Rickmansworth. This part-time position requires effective administrative support and advice on governance matters. Ideal candidates will demonstrate attention to detail and strong communication skills. Flexibility for meetings is essential, with full training provided for the right individual. This role is a great opportunity for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is essential for managing sensitive information.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Previous experience in an educational or governance role is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative support to the Local Academy Council.
• Advise on governance, constitutional and procedural matters.
• Flexibility is required for meetings outside school hours.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

* Clerk to Local Academy CouncilNEWFast Apply# Clerk to Local Academy CouncilEmployerLocation: Rickmansworth, HertfordshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £2,165 per annumPosted: 27th November 2025Start Date: To Be ConfirmedExpires: 8th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1521851Job Reference: STJOA -CLERK TO LACStart Date: To Be Confirmed* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1521851* Share :All Saints Catholic Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Local Academy Council (LAC) at St Joan of Arc Catholic School in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, on a term-time only contract of approx. 2.5 hours per week (95 hours per annum).The Clerk provides effective administrative support to the LAC, advising on governance, constitutional and procedural matters, duties and powers. As meetings can be held outside of school hours, flexibility will be required.It is essential for the successful candidate to have strong attention to detail, good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to deal with sensitive information with the utmost discretion, maintaining confidentiality at all times.The position offers the benefit of working within a developing Trust team including opportunities for professional development.Previous experience in an educational or governance role is an advantage, however full training will be given.If you would like an informal conversation about the post, please contact Christina Reffold, Director of Governance & Compliance.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:All Saints Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two satisfactory references must be provided, and any other safeguarding checks that are required at the time of appointment will be applied to the pre-employment process. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to safeguarding checks being met successfully. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment should it deem pre-employment checks as unsatisfactory.Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the Trust/School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in the latest version of KCSiE.By signing the application form I understand that I am giving my consent for the Trust/School to carry out an online search if I am shortlisted for this post. The search would be part of the Trust/School's due diligence in line with the latest KCSIE guidance and would be limited to identifying any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. I understand that the Trust/School might want to explore any such incidents or issues with me at interview.### St Joan of Arc Catholic SchoolPart of### All Saints Catholic Academy Trust