Assistant Clerk To The Trustees

Uppingham School; Uppingham; On-site; GBP 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Uppingham is seeking an experienced Assistant Clerk to support the Trustees and Bursar. This role offers approximately 14 flexible hours per week, ideal for those seeking a work-life balance. Responsibilities include preparing meeting agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining governance records. Candidates should have strong organisational, IT skills, and relevant experience. Join a trusted governance team and contribute meaningfully to the school's success through flexible working hours.

Benefits

50% contribution to health premiums

Free membership of Sports Centre

Free staff lunches in term-time

School fee discount for children of staff

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health Services

Complimentary staff tickets to performances

Discounts at local shops and services

Qualifications

• Experience in a governance support role with confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a flexible working environment.
• Appreciation of Uppingham School’s values.

Responsibilities

• Prepare agendas and meeting papers with accuracy and care.
• Organise meetings (in person and online) and ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Produce clear, concise minutes forming the official record of decisions.
• Maintain governance records and provide administrative support.

Skills

Experience supporting boards, trustees, or senior committees

Strong organisational skills

Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat)

Minute-taking experience

Excellent communication skills

Professional collaborative approach

Job description

Assistant Clerk to the Trustees

Reports to: Bursar & Clerk to the Trustees

Salary: £9,900 per annum

Hours: Approx 14 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Job purpose

Uppingham School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Assistant Clerk to join their governance team and play a vital role in supporting the Trustees.

This newly created position offers flexibility and autonomy - ideal for someone seeking work-life balance, returning to work after a break, or combining this role with other commitments.

Working closely with the Clerk to the Trustees and the Bursar, you will become a trusted part of the governance function ensuring the smooth running of Trustee and Committee meetings— an essential part of the School’s leadership and long-term success.

Working hours

The role is estimated to require two days per week on average during term-time (32 weeks per year), amounting to approximately fourteen hours per week, or approximately 448 hours per year.

These hours are inclusive of Saturday morning Trustee meetings. No work is required during School holidays.

What you’ll do

• Prepare agendas and meeting papers with accuracy and care
• Organise meetings (in person and online) and ensure everything runs smoothly
• Produce clear, concise minutes that form the official record of decisions
• Maintain governance records and provide administrative support on compliance matters

What we’re looking for

• Experience supporting boards, trustees, or senior committees
• Strong organisational and IT skills (Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat)
• Minute-taking experience and absolute confidentiality
• A collaborative, professional approach and excellent communication skills
• An appreciation of education, professionalism and Uppingham School’s values

Why join us?

• Flexible, term-time hours (approx. 14 hours per week)
• A senior, trusted role in a small, collegiate team
• The chance to contribute meaningfully to the governance of a leading independent school

Benefits

At Uppingham School we offer a range of benefits, which include:

• 50% contribution to premiums for the School’s private health scheme
• Free Westfield Healthcare
• Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches in term-time
• School fee discount for children of Uppingham staff (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Services
• Free annual flu jabs
• Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
• Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
• Favourable rates and terms with local nursery
• Complimentary staff ticket to selected School performances
• Discount at local coffee shop for Uppingham staff.
• Defined contribution scheme: employee contribution matched by School by factor of two, up to 10% maximum.

You may also have experience in the following: Assistant Clerk to the Trustees, Assistant Clerk to the Board, Governance Assistant, Governance Administrator, Board Administrator, Clerk to Governors (Assistant / Deputy), School Governance Officer, Board & Committee Secretary, Part-Time Governance Administrator, Executive Assistant – Governance, Clerk to Trustees, Education Governance Administrator, Board Secretary (Part-Time), Governance Support Officer etc.

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