Clerk to Governors

WMJobs; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 1,400 - 1,500; Part time

Job summary

Dodford First School in Bromsgrove, England, is seeking a highly organised administrator to join as Clerk to Governors. The role provides professional support to the Governing Body, ensuring meetings run smoothly and records are kept accurately.

The post covers 10 meetings per year with three hours per meeting plus additional admin time weekly. The successful candidate will have strong ICT skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently while maintaining

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Good ICT skills.
• The ability to take clear and accurate minutes.
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and circulating meeting agendas and supporting papers.
• Attending Governing Body meetings and taking accurate minutes.
• Producing and distributing minutes promptly following meetings.
• Maintaining appropriate governance records and documentation.
• Providing administrative support to the Governing Body.
• Supporting governors with procedural and legislative requirements.
• Following up governance actions.

Skills

Organisation

Administration

Communication

ICT skills

Confidentiality

Job description

Part-time | Scale 4 | £1,400.35 per annum

Dodford First School is looking for a highly organised, reliable and efficient administrator to join us as Clerk to Governors, providing professional support to our Governing Body.

This is an important role at the heart of the school’s governance. The successful candidate will help ensure that meetings run smoothly, accurate records are maintained and governors receive the administrative and procedural support they need to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

About The Role

The post covers 10 meetings per year, with three hours allocated to each meeting, including associated administration time. An additional hour per week is provided for other governor‑related administration.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and circulating meeting agendas and supporting papers


• Attending Governing Body meetings and taking accurate minutes


• Producing and distributing minutes promptly following meetings


• Maintaining appropriate governance records and documentation


• Providing administrative support to the Governing Body


• Supporting governors with procedural and legislative requirements


• Helping to ensure that governance arrangements and actions are followed up effectively

About You

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Good ICT skills


• The ability to take clear and accurate minutes


• Excellent attention to detail


• The ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality


• A professional, reliable and flexible approach

The successful applicant will be expected to undertake relevant training to support them in carrying out the role effectively.

Closing date: 12 midnight, Wednesday 30 September 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview at the school.

Safeguarding

Dodford First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an appropriate enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website.