School Board Secretary, Hensman Street Elementary

The secretary role is a great opportunity to build genuine board-level governance experience while contributing to something that changes outcomes for kids who need it most.

**What you'll gain:**

• Real board governance and secretarial experience, valuable for your CV or future board roles

• Mentorship and support from our Chair, Vice-Chair and Principal

• A close-up view of how a small, values-led school operates

• The chance to make a meaningful, visible contribution to your local community

**Duties include:**

***Governance and Administration***

• Coordinate Board correspondence

• Maintain up-to-date Board records, registers and key governing documents

• Maintain records of Board members, office holders and authorised persons

• Ensure Board members can access governing rules and documents when required

• Support the Board in meeting its governance and compliance obligations

• Compile and format the Annual Report for the AGM

***Board Meetings***

• Coordinate Board meetings: scheduling, invitations and logistics

• Call for and compile agenda items with the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Principal

• Prepare and distribute agendas and supporting documentation

• Record, prepare and distribute clear, accurate minutes

• Coordinate the Annual General Meeting

**Skills & Attributes:**

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Strong ability to listen, summarise and document discussions accurately

• Excellent written communication

• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

• Comfortable with email, Microsoft Teams and document tools

**Experience:** Previous experience in a Secretary, administrative or governance role is desirable. Board experience is a plus, but not essential, as we'll support you to get up to speed.

**Getting started:** To apply, please send a current CV and a short cover letter on your interest in the role and what you'd bring to the Board. If you’d like to have an informal chat first or know more before applying, reach out via [++*****@hensmanstreet.wa.edu.au++](mailto:*****@hensmanstreet.wa.au)

** Category **
Education & Training

** Commitment **
Regular - more than 6 months

** Type Of Work **
Administration & Office Management,Governance, Boards & Committees,

** Time Required **
The School Board meets for approximately 90 minutes, eight times per year (twice per school term), usually on a Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The next Board meeting is scheduled for 17 September.
The role also requires some time commitment outside of meetings to undertake the responsibilities of the position and is appointed for a two-year term.