Trust Clerk

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust is seeking a professional, organised Trust Clerk to support Local Governing Committees at three schools. The role is permanent, part-time, term-time and hybrid, with some travel to Trust schools and occasional evening meetings.

You will bring strong organisational and administrative skills, plus excellent written communication and ICT abilities. GCSE English Language is required, along with governance or clerking experience.

Qualifications

• Holds GCSE English Language (or equivalent) and has relevant experience in clerking, governance administration, executive support or a similar role
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written communication skills with concise documentation
• Good ICT skills and confident using Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint and digital record-keeping systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate records and compliance, with integrity and discretion

Responsibilities

• Support Local Governing Committees at three schools to ensure governance runs smoothly
• Maintain statutory requirements and ensure compliance across the trust
• Travel to Trust schools as required and participate in set meeting dates in the evenings per term

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

ICT skills

Attention to detail

Integrity and confidentiality

Governance experience

Education

GCSE English Language

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

SharePoint

Digital record-keeping

Job description

Trust Clerk - The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust

Salary Range: Grade 13 SCP 6 to 11. Actual salary for part-time, term-time working £3,917-£4,106

Hours: 6.47 hours per week, Term time only, Permanent

Please note: This is a hybrid-working position with some travel to Trust schools. Hours are flexible apart from set meeting dates which will be in the evening, 1 per school per term.

Behind every effective governing committee is a skilled and organised Clerk - someone who keeps governance running smoothly, ensures statutory requirements are met, and enables governors to focus on supporting and challenging schools to deliver the very best outcomes for children. The Clerk plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of governance, accountability and compliance across our Trust.

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust is a caring, ambitious and growing family of schools, where children and colleagues are supported to flourish. Guided by our shared values - together we love, we learn, we live - we work collaboratively to create environments where every child can thrive and reach their potential.

We are seeking a professional, organised and detail-focused Trust Clerk to support our Local Governing Committees at three of our schools (Christ The King Catholic Primary School in Amesbury, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Bridgwater, St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School in Radstock),

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines
• Demonstrates strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce accurate and concise documentation
• Has good ICT skills and is confident using Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint and digital record-keeping systems
• Possesses strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records and compliance requirements
• Acts with integrity, discretion and confidentiality, maintaining an impartial and professional approach
• Holds GCSE English Language (or equivalent) and has relevant experience in clerking, governance administration, executive support or a similar role

At DCET, you will find:

• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative team
• A Trust where values, wellbeing and professional trust matter
• Opportunities for training, development and growth within governance and education
• A growing organisation with ambition and a strong sense of purpose
• The opportunity to work closely with governors and school leaders, helping to shape and strengthen school improvement
• The chance to make a meaningful difference by supporting effective governance across our schools

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust is proud to be a growing family of schools across the South West, offering opportunities to collaborate, learn and develop within a supportive network.

If you are looking for a role with purpose - where your organisational skills, professionalism and attention to detail help support excellent governance and ultimately improve outcomes for children and young people - we would be delighted to hear from you.

Tofind out more, please [e-mail]

Closing date: 9am, Monday 9th November 2026

Interview date: TBC

Please note applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we may close the role early.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants willbe requiredto complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’,todemonstratedue diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.