Governance Administrator

Cabot Learning Federation; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Governance Administrator to support governance across its schools. Responsibilities include clerking for meetings, assisting the governance team, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills, proficiency in MS Office, and GCSEs in English and Maths. The role offers a part-time contract (24 hours/week) and opportunities for professional development and support.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Access to a generous pension

Health benefits

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience in organising meetings and supporting events.
• Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High standards of written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Clerking for five schools, preparing agendas and minutes.
• Supporting central governance team processes and documentation.
• Collaborating weekly with the governance team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Relationship building

Flexibility

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above)

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Governance Administrator to join our central governance team at Cabot Learning Federation (CLF). In this vital role, you'll play a key part in supporting strong governance across our schools, ensuring compliance and smooth operations that help our trust thrive.

Responsibilities

• Clerking for five schools – preparing agendas, taking accurate minutes, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Supporting the central governance team – assisting with processes, documentation, and coordination to keep everything running smoothly.
• Collaborating weekly – we meet as a team every week to share updates and work together.
• Supporting wider governance functions such as FOIs, SARs, policy administration.
• Liaising with schools for newsletter items and leading on recruitment checks.

You will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to supporting governance across a diverse and inclusive trust of 36 academies. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and play a key role in ensuring effective governance that supports educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience, including organising meetings and supporting events.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High standards of written and oral communication, with the ability to produce accurate documents and minutes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and confidence using digital systems.
• Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and maintain confidentiality.
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent qualifications.
• Desirable: experience of clerking meetings, knowledge of governance procedures, and familiarity with relevant legislation.

Contract and Salary

Actual Annual Salary: £15,147 – £16,150 (based on hours and working weeks)
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £25,941 – £28,275 (CLF Grade B). 37 hours per week, all year round.
Contract Type: Permanent; Hours: Part time, 24 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only plus Inset days & 10 additional days during school closure period.
Role based primarily at Broadoak Academy, with required attendance at Winterstoke Hundred Academy and other sites as necessary. 24 hours per week can be worked flexibly across the week and may include after‑school meetings; candidates may spread hours over three or four days.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• The satisfaction of making a real impact on governance and compliance across the trust.
• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in‑role/wider‑trust development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking and many more.

Why Work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West. We are committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we're all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We're proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.