Clerk to the Board of Governors

Hours: 18.5  hours / 2.5 days per week with flexibility

Arts University Plymouth is seeking to appoint to the position of Clerk to the Board, in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office. Reporting to the Chair of the Board, as a Senior Post Holder, the Clerk supports the Board of Governors to deliver effective university governance.

About You:

• You will be a governance professional, with an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks of Education governance.
• You will be comfortable providing advice and guidance to senior leaders or Board members
• You will enjoy acting as clerk to committee meetings, with experience in planning effective senior or Board level meetings including the production of accurate minutes.
• You will be keen to maintain regular professional development in HE and FE governance, law and regulation.

About The Role:

• The Clerk provides professional advice and guidance to the Board of Governors and its committees on effective governance and decision-making in line with regulations
• Working closely with the Chair and senior leaders the role coordinates and prioritises Board business, establishing and monitoring the cycle of business.
• The role will organise and support Board and committee meetings, including agendas, annual planning, and follow-up actions.
• The Clerk will ensure meetings run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with University governance requirements.

In return you’ll receive:

• Holiday: 15 (FTE 30) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and discretionary efficiency closure days
• Pension: Enrolment onto a generous Local Government scheme subject to scheme eligibility with Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) 
• Enhanced family leave: including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay and paid careers leave

Wellbeing resources:

• Access to the UK’s Leading Employee Assistance Programme including
• In person or virtual counselling - enhanced to 10+ sessions
• Menopause support
• Life & Leadership Coaching
• Legal Advice
• Financial Coaching
• Dedicated Quiet Spaces for reflection, prayer, or quiet contemplation
• Flexible Working 

Discounts: 

• Additional benefits such as
• Cycle to work scheme,
• Discounted bus tickets
• Education sector retail offers
• Local gym discounts
• Staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street

For more information, including essential criteria please access the role profile using this link. To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our ‘working here’ pages www.aup.ac.uk/working-here.

Interviews are expected to take place on the 8th July.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application.

We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact- Dr Robin Kirby, Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

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