Clerk to Governors

The Clerk will:

• Plan, prepare and administer Local Committee meetings in line with Trust expectations
• Attend and minute meetings, which are usually held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm; if meeting times vary, notice will always be provided
• Produce clear, impartial and accurate minutes reflecting discussion, challenge and decisions
• Provide procedural and governance advice to the Chair and committee
• Maintain accurate governance records, update GovernorHub and support compliance with statutory requirements
• Use AI tools to support drafting, summarising and efficient document production

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong administrative experience and excellent written English
• Is confident and capable in the use of AI tools for drafting, summarising, note‑taking and minute production (essential)
• Has high digital literacy, including Microsoft Office and online systems
• Is well organised, reliable and able to meet deadlines independently
• Understands confidentiality, GDPR and safeguarding principles
• Can attend meetings that generally take place from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, with flexibility when required and with notice given

Experience in clerking or school governance is helpful but not essential if strong transferable skills are demonstrated.