Governance Clerk for a Primary School (Flexible, Term-Time)

Dorset Council; Beaminster; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Broadwindsor CE VC Primary School in Dorset is seeking a Clerk to Governors to support our Governing Body with a flexible, term-time role. The post offers a real chance to influence school leadership and pupil outcomes.

You will organise meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and provide procedural guidance, while maintaining confidentiality. Full training and ongoing support will be provided through Dorset Governor Services and the NGA.

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative, organisational and ICT skills.
• Strong written communication and literacy skills.
• Can work independently and manage their own workload effectively.
• Keen eye for detail and can produce accurate meeting records.
• Maintain confidentiality and act with discretion at all times.

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings and prepare agendas.
• Take accurate minutes and provide procedural guidance.
• Keep governors informed of legislative and policy updates.
• Ensure highest levels of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Minute writing and other administrative duties can be completed flexibly from home.

Skills

Administrative skills

ICT skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Independence

Confidentiality

Job description

Broadwindsor CE VC Primary School in Dorset is seeking a Clerk to Governors to support our Governing Body with a flexible, term-time role. The post offers a real chance to influence school leadership and pupil outcomes.

You will organise meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and provide procedural guidance, while maintaining confidentiality. Full training and ongoing support will be provided through Dorset Governor Services and the NGA.