Governance Clerk – Flexible Evenings (Primary School)

Shropshire Bus Enhanced Partnership; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and support

Job summary

Flexible working arrangements are offered, and the post requires strong organisational and IT skills, with prior governance or educational administration experience being desirable. The position starts as soon as possible with a closing date of 13 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to produce accurate minutes and written documentation.
• Strong communication and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Experience in administration, governance or education is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute agendas and supporting papers for meetings.
• Attend Governing Body and committee meetings (usually in the evening).
• Take accurate minutes and maintain official records.
• Provide procedural advice and guidance to Governors.
• Maintain governor membership, training and compliance records.
• Support the effective operation of school governance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Minute taking

Written communication

Confidentiality

Meeting coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flexible working arrangements are offered, and the post requires strong organisational and IT skills, with prior governance or educational administration experience being desirable. The position starts as soon as possible with a closing date of 13 November 2026.