Clerk to Governors - Newton Poppleford Primary School

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a Clerk for Newton Poppleford Primary School to provide administrative support to the Governing Board and Chair of Governors. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills and will be responsible for effective meeting organisation and minute-taking. Experience in clerking and a strong commitment to safeguarding are essential. This role will significantly contribute to the school's aim of delivering high-quality education for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Excellent at providing advice, support, and guidance to the Governing Board.
• Experience with effective organisation and administration of Board and Committee meetings.
• Able to produce high-quality minutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Governing Board and Chair of Governors.
• Organise Board and Committee meetings effectively.
• Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of effective clerking

Job description

Required to start date March 2026.

Newton Poppleford Primary School is seeking a Clerk to provide administrative support to our Governing Board and Chair of Governors. We are a thriving, one-form entry, maintained school and pre-school located just outside Sidmouth. As a clerk, your role will be crucial to help the Governors carry out their responsibilities and to play their part in supporting the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. The team here are passionate about working together to ensure that all pupils receive the best possible education and experience. You will be an excellent communicator and knowledgeable individual who can support us with high quality and effective Clerking.

The main responsibilities of the role include providing advice, support and guidance to the Governing Board and effective organisation and administration of Board and Committee meetings. This work is vital in supporting the wider school and requires outstanding organisational skills and effective minuting.

Visits to the school are encouraged; to arrange this and discuss the opportunity with Ant Pope, Headteacher, please contact the school office.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role requires a DBS disclosure.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online checks.

Please download an application pack from Devon jobs or the school website : and return by email to : or by post to Newton Poppleford Primary School, School Lane, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0EL.