Clerk to Governors

Location

Hybrid / Remote Working

This is a predominantly home-based role, with attendance required at Governing Board and committee meetings, which are usually held in the evening.

Contract

• Term-time only
• Approximately 3–4 hours per week (100–150 hours per annum)
• Flexible working pattern
• Additional hours may be required around meeting dates

Role Overview

We are seeking a professional and organised Clerk to Governors to provide administrative and governance support to the Governing Board.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Chair of Governors and school leadership team to ensure meetings are effectively organised, governance records are accurately maintained and statutory requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate Governing Board and committee meetings.
• Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes and supporting papers.
• Attend meetings and produce accurate minutes.
• Maintain governance records, registers and documentation.
• Monitor and track actions arising from meetings.
• Provide procedural and administrative advice to governors.
• Ensure governance activities comply with relevant regulations and best practice.
• Manage governance correspondence and communications.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous administrative experience.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written communication and minute-taking ability.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Access to a suitable home-working environment and reliable internet connection.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Clerk to Governors, Clerk to Trustees or similar governance role.
• Knowledge of school governance.
• Experience working within the education sector.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Summary

• Term-time only
• Approximately 3–4 hours per week
• Predominantly remote/home-based
• Flexible working arrangement
• Attendance at evening meetings required
• Enhanced DBS required