Clerk to the Governors
The Willows Primary School - Newbury, England
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3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Clerk to the Governors - The Willows Primary SchoolWe are looking for a Clerk to the Governors to support our Governing Board, to commence as soon as possible. This is a part-time, permanent contract position with approximately 100 – 110 hours per annum. Salary Grade E, Point 7-12 (£24,294 - £26,421 per annum, pro-rata – equivalent to £12.59- £13.69 per hour) depending on experience and length of service within the local authority. This is a key role providing administrative support to the governing board of The Willows Primary School, reporting to the Chair of Governors. This vital position ensures the effectiveness of the governing board by meeting the administrative and procedural requirements and enabling the board to fulfil its statutory responsibilities. Principally, the Clerk is responsible for preparing agendas in consultation with the Chair of Governors and Headteacher; taking and writing up the minutes at governors’ meetings and distributing documentation and other information to the governing board. The Clerk will also need to become familiar with the DfE’s Clerking Competency Framework, the Governance Handbook and provide accurate advice to governors as necessary. Currently, meetings are held once a month, after school hours meaning that willingness to attend evening meetings is essential. However, most of the administrative duties can be undertaken in the successful candidate’s own home. The successful candidate will also be expected to attend induction training and some training sessions, provided by the Local Authority, which are held during the working day. We require someone with good listening skills, together with an ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team. Good English, Maths and IT/Microsoft Office skills are also essential required attributes. This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with part 7 of the Immigration Act 1977; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies. For an informal chat, please contact the Chair of Governors – Kate Parietti via email address with your telephone number and preferred time to call. An application form and job description can be sought via Please note this advert is in no way linked to my full time employment at Transvault Software LtdSeniority levelSeniority level Entry level Employment typeEmployment type Part-time Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Willows Primary School by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Clerk” roles.Henley-on-Thames: Care Assistant – Henley-on-Thames – ReadingReading, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Newbury, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Receptionist (Day Surgery Unit - WBCH Thatcham)Thatcham, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Kintbury, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Theale: Care Assistant – Theale – ReadingReading, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Receptionist (Pre-op Assessment) - Part Time 15 hours per weekReading, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Tileshurst: Care Assistant – Tileshurst – ReadingReading, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Marlborough, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Oxford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Urgent Care Assistant - Swindon (Part-time, Out of hours, Up to £16.48/hr)Swindon, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Abingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Thatcham, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Crowthorne, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Basingstoke RG23, RG24, RG25, RG26, Hampshire: Care AssistantBasingstoke, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Hungerford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago IT Administrator/Administrator AssistantReading, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Blackwater, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-07-18