School Governance Clerk — Flexible Hours, Minute-Taker

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Hempstalls

Hybrid

GBP 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Job summary

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a Clerk to the governing body for school governance. The role, based at Civic Centre, offers 10 hours per term with flexible hours and a blend of hybrid working.

You will coordinate papers, minute meetings and provide governance guidance, contributing to high standards of oversight across schools within the city. We welcome internal and external applicants and offer a competitive salary with development opportunities and an emphasis on safeguarding and

Qualifications

Clerk to the governing body coordinates papers and minutes within defined timescales.
Advises on constitutional matters and duties within the current legislative framework.
Minimum ten hours per term with flexibility to work additional hours; role supports multiple boards across the city.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to governing boards, including agenda development and minute taking.
Provide information and guidance relating to governance legislation.
Build positive relationships with Headteacher/Principal/CEO and board members.
Ensure governors receive meeting notifications and documentation promptly.
Complete a nationally recognised L1 Clerking qualification.