Casual Governance Clerk

Teaching Vacancies; Wetherby; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust in Wetherby, UK, is seeking a passionate Governance Clerk to support Local Academy Councils. The role requires preparing agendas, attending meetings, and providing governance advice. Ideal candidates are organized and have strong communication skills. This is a casual role with £20.00 per hour pay and holiday benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Mileage and business travel expenses

Welcoming team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in governance or education sector is desirable.
• Familiarity with Church school distinctiveness is a plus.
• Completion of the National Training Programme for Clerks is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute agendas and meeting papers.
• Attend and accurately minute council meetings.
• Provide procedural and governance advice.
• Monitor actions and ensure compliance with Trust procedures.

Skills

Experience writing clear, concise minutes

Strong communication and organisation skills

Ability to manage time and meet deadlines

Willingness to travel locally

Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about supporting school governance? Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust is looking for skilled and committed Governance Clerks to join our growing team supporting Local Academy Councils across our primary schools.

The Role

As a Governance Clerk, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of governance meetings. You'll support Local Academy Councils by:

• Preparing and distributing agendas and meeting papers
• Attending and accurately minuting council meetings (typically four per school per year)
• Providing procedural and governance advice
• Monitoring actions and ensuring compliance with Trust procedures.

You’ll work independently, flexibly around scheduled meetings, and liaise with school governors, the Chair, and our central team. This role is casual and perfect for those seeking meaningful work with flexibility.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience writing clear, concise minutes
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Ability to manage your own time and meet strict deadlines
• Willingness to travel locally and work evenings
• A commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

Desirable: Governance or education sector experience, familiarity with Church school distinctiveness, or National Training Programme for Clerks.

What the school offers its staff

We Offer

• £20.00 per hour + holiday pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Mileage and business travel expenses
• A welcoming and purpose-driven team environment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of our city. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.