Clerk to the Governors

eTeach UK Limited; Esher; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Esher is seeking a Clerk to the Governors for part-time, term-time work. The role involves preparing agendas, taking meeting minutes, and providing legislative advice. Ideal candidates will be organized, excellent communicators, and knowledgeable about governance procedures. This position offers competitive pay and is part of a community-focused school.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support for governance boards.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Understanding of education legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare agendas and meeting papers for governing board meetings.
• Take and distribute minutes from meetings.
• Maintain statutory records and provide advice on procedures.

Skills

Organized

Excellent communication

Knowledge of governance procedures

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Flexible approach

Job description

Clerk to the Governors Part-time and term time only,

Pay Grade PS7 (£32,512 to £34,654 FTE). Starting pro-rata salary £2,327.

The governors of Esher C of E High School are looking to appoint an experienced and self-motivated clerk to join this friendly school at the heart of its community. The clerk is accountable to the governing board, working effectively with the chair of governors, the headteacher, and other governors.

The clerk to the governors will ensure the smooth running of the governing board by preparing agendas and meeting papers, taking and distributing minutes, providing administrative support, maintaining statutory records, and offering procedural and legislative advice to the governing board.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to work to tight deadlines, knowledgeable about governance procedures and education legislation, an excellent communicator, capable of maintaining confidentiality, and flexible in their approach to work.

This is a part-time role covering 7 local governing body meetings per year. Meetings generally start at 5 pm on Thursdays and last approximately two hours. Full CPD is provided, and clerks are expected to attend all relevant training events and briefings.

The salary is calculated based on 3 hours and 5 minutes per week for 37.6 weeks per year, allowing time to cover all meetings and training. Additional hours may occasionally be needed for ad hoc meetings or panels, paid as overtime.

Esher High is an excellent performing school and is proud to be part of the Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT). We aim to equip our students with skills to become confident, ambitious, and responsible citizens ready for adult challenges. Our staff are passionate about student success in their subjects.

Benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support available 24/7)

For further information, please refer to the Job Description. We welcome early applications and may hold interviews before the closing date for strong candidates.

Closing Date: Monday 1 September 2025

Interview Date: Within 2 weeks from 1 September 2025

Start Date: As soon as possible after 1 September 2025

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration regarding their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity involving children. The school is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. Further information about our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy can be found on our website. Successful applicants will require an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.