Clerk to Govenors

Clerk to Governors

Bristol Grade 8 £29,064 - £31,022 pro rata (£2,316 - £2,473)

135 hours per annum plus holiday pay (this include 6 Full Governing Body meetings and 7 committee meetings per year + additional meetings as agreed with the Clerk).

We are looking for a highly organised and reliable Clerk to Governors to support our friendly and ambitious Governing Body in achieving our vision of ‘Creating Success’ for our pupils.

This is a critical role ensuring the smooth operation of the Governing Body. The role involves working collaboratively with the Chair of Governors, head teacher, Governing Body, school staff and Local Authority. This includes coordinating governor meetings (usually Thursday’s 5:15pm – 7:45pm), advising the Governing Body and supporting the development of the Governing Body.

Applications are welcome from current Clerk to Governors, exceptional administrators or a well-organised, efficient professional, who is seeking a part-time, flexible position and can demonstrate:

• The ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills working with confidential information.
• Brilliant organisation and coordination skills.
• Excellent IT skills, in particular utilising Microsoft Office.
• A flexible and proactive attitude.

We will provide access to fantastic training opportunities to support your professional development, together with flexible working arrangements.

If you’re interested in joining our dynamic and fantastic school, we would love to hear from you. For a further conversation about the role and/or to arrange a visit please do contact Sara Cunningham-Smith by calling our school office

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Closing date for applications midnight on Monday 1st June 2026 with interview date to be confirmed.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.