School Governance Professional

Warwickshire County Council; England; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Agile working

Generous annual leave

Vivup benefits

Job summary

Warwickshire Governor Services is expanding its clerking service and seeks professional Governance Professionals to join our experienced team. You will provide impartial governance support to school boards, organise meetings, take minutes and maintain records, with flexible, mostly home-based work and some travel.

role initial focus is one or two schools, with potential to expand. Annualised hours contracts start at 120 hours per academic year, with meetings typically in the school day or early

Qualifications

• Confidence using digital systems and Microsoft 365 with a Windows-based computer or laptop and reliable internet.
• Excellent organisational, administrative and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive professional relationships and provide impartial advice.
• Proactive, detail-focused approach and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to work independently, flexibly and with professionalism and integrity.
• Willingness and ability to travel to schools for in-person meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide an efficient, impartial and professional service to school governing boards.
• Organise and attend meetings, prepare agendas and papers, produce accurate minutes, maintain governance records and provide governance guidance.
• Offer flexible support around existing commitments and meetings, with meetings typically three times per academic year.
• Support one or two schools initially, with opportunities to take on more as experience grows.
• Work predominantly from home with some travel to schools; mileage can be claimed per policy.

Skills

Digital systems & Microsoft 365

Organisational skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Impartial advisory ability

Attention to detail

Independent working

Willingness to travel to schools

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Do you have strong organisational, communication and IT skills, together with a passion for supporting education?

Warwickshire Governor Services is expanding its clerking service and is looking for professional, reliable and motivated Governance Professionals to join our experienced and supportive team.

About Warwickshire Governor Services

Effective governance plays a vital role in the success of schools. Warwickshire Governor Services provides high-quality professional support to governing boards, helping them operate effectively, strategically and in line with their statutory responsibilities.

As demand for our service continues to grow, this is an exciting opportunity to join a respected team and make a meaningful contribution to education across Warwickshire and neighbouring counties.

About the Role

• As a Governance Professional, you will provide an efficient, impartial and professional service to school governing boards.
• Key responsibilities include organising and attending meetings, preparing agendas and papers, producing accurate minutes, maintaining governance records and supporting governors with procedural advice and guidance.
• One of the key benefits of this role is its flexibility. Aside from attending governing board meetings, much of the work can be completed around existing work, family or other commitments.
• Around 10 hours are allocated per governing board meeting, covering preparation, liaison with schools and Chairs, agenda management, minute taking and follow‑up actions.
• Governing boards meet at least three times each academic year, typically once per term, although some schools hold additional meetings.
• Meetings take place during the school day or, more commonly, in the early evening, requiring some flexibility.
• Initially you will support one or two schools, with opportunities to take on more as you gain experience. Wherever possible, schools are allocated close to home, subject to availability.
• The role is predominantly home-based, with some travel to schools required. Mileage expenses can be claimed in line with Warwickshire County Council policy.
• Governance Professionals are employed on an annualised‑hours contract, with flexibility to work hours across the academic year. Contracts start at 120 hours per academic year, with opportunities for additional work during the school year.

Pay: £17.18 per hour, inclusive of a 14% holiday enhancement.

Key Requirements

We are looking for individuals who have:

• Confidence using digital systems and Microsoft 365, with access to a Windows-based computer or laptop, camera and reliable internet connection
• Excellent organisational, administrative and time‑management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to build positive professional relationships and provide impartial advice
• A proactive, detail‑focused approach and a commitment to continuous learning
• The ability to work independently, flexibly and with professionalism and integrity
• A willingness and ability to travel to schools for in‑person meetings

You will be expected to uphold the Seven Principles of Public Life (Nolan Principles) and provide effective support and challenge within your governance role.

If you're looking for a rewarding, flexible role where your skills can help make a real difference to children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Working for Warwickshire – This is the difference you make

Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them!

At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire’s economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.

• We offer a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing support and opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills within a welcoming and experienced team.
• Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage – Warwickshire Pension Fund'
• The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.

Additional Information

Warwickshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre‑engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

Closing date: midnight 19th November
Interview date: 25th and 26th November 2026

Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce.