Clerk to the Local Governing Board

eTeach UK Limited; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a Clerk to the Local Governing Board. The clerk will provide clerking services, ensuring compliance with governance regulations, preparing agendas, and recording minutes for board meetings. Candidates should possess strong ICT skills and prior administrative experience. This role offers a casual zero-hour contract, accommodating approximately 192 hours annually, with flexibility in scheduling. An exciting opportunity to contribute to the effective governance of an educational institution awaits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in clerking or administrative roles required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Professionalism and a can-do attitude essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide full clerking services to the Local Governing Board.
• Ensure governance practices comply with statutory requirements.
• Record and distribute minutes accurately.
• Prepare agendas and collate documentation for meetings.

Skills

Excellent ICT skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Proactive attitude

Job description

Clerk to the Local Governing Board

Starting – January 2026
Casual Zero‑hour contract
Approximately 192 hours per year (Term Time)
Salary £33,552‑£35,763 FTE (ELM7)
Heathside Walton‑on‑Thames

Heathside Walton‑on‑Thames has recently joined the Every Child Every Day Trust (ECED), and we are seeking a Clerk to provide professional clerking and administrative support exclusively for Heathside Walton’s Local Governing Board. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the governance of our school.

Duties

• Provide full clerking services to Heathside Walton’s Local Governing Board.
• Ensure the Board’s governance practices comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare agendas and collate documentation for Board meetings.
• Accurately record and distribute minutes.
• Advise the Chair and Board members on governance procedures.
• Attend a minimum of 13 Board meetings per academic year (typically Mondays, 4–6 PM).
• Participate in training and ongoing professional support.

Candidate Requirements

• Have excellent ICT and literacy skills, with the ability to prepare agendas, collate documents, and produce clear and accurate minutes.
• Have prior experience in clerking or administrative roles.
• Be proactive, able to work independently, and manage their time effectively.
• Possess strong communication skills and a professional, can‑do attitude.
• Be flexible and available to attend scheduled meetings, with the capacity to support additional meetings when needed.

Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 at midday
Interviews: w/c Monday 5th January 2026
Applications will be considered as they are received.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and detail‑oriented professional to our team.