Clerk to Governors

Job description

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of more than 600 children?

We're looking for a Clerk who will provide high level advice, support and administrative assistance to our governing body which oversees school life.

You would join a progressive school and a rewarding place to work, with a committed friendly staff team, united in the belief that we are all learning together. We are proud to be a Church of England school with our mission being 'To inspire a love of learning and live 'life in all its fullness' ensuring that everyone can flourish and be the best that they can be.'

Part-time: 4 hours per week

Paid weeks per year: 52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon after interview as possible in September or October

About the Role

Your responsibilities would include arranging meetings, taking minutes, keeping records, and advising the governing body on local and national developments that will impact on their work. You must have experience of minute-taking, good ICT and communication skills and be able to work with minimal supervision. Training for clerks is provided by the local authority, as well as opportunities to network with other clerks.

Flexibility in terms of working hours is required. The full governing body and committees meet as follows:

• Full Governing Body - 3 times a year between the hours of 17.30-19.30 at School.
• Full Governing Body - 1 online during the summer term
• Committee Meetings - up to 12 meetings (spread across three committees) during the academic year. All of which take place during or just outside of school hours.

You maybe be required to clerk additional meetings and panels as required.

For further information please contact: (Chair of Governors or Headteacher - school tel no: 01273 770082)

Closing date: Wednesday 16th September, 2026 at 12.00pm

Interview date: W/C Monday 21st September 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: [email protected]

Telephone: (01273) 770082

Website: http://www.st-andrews.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

St Andrew's C.E. Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.