About this role
Oakwood School is a thriving and popular secondary school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to providing a positive and supportive learning environment.
We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional Governance Professional (Clerk to Governors) to support our Governing Board. This is a key role providing high-quality administrative and governance support, helping to ensure the effective and compliant operation of the board.
This role is offered on an annualised hours basis, with a total of 266 hours per year. These hours are worked flexibly across the academic year to meet the needs of the governing body.
Work is not evenly distributed week to week. The majority of hours will be worked during term time to support governing board and committee meetings, with lighter periods during school holidays. Attendance at scheduled evening meetings is required, and occasional daytime meetings may also be requested. The role also includes time for preparation, minute taking, follow‑up actions, and ongoing governance support.
The annualised hours arrangement provides flexibility in how working time is organised, while ensuring that the total contracted hours are fulfilled over the year. Any hours worked in excess of the contracted 266 hours will be paid as overtime in accordance with the School’s policy.
About the Role
Organising governing board and committee meetings, including agendas and papersAttending meetings and taking accurate minutesProviding governance and procedural adviceMaintaining statutory records and ensuring complianceSupporting governor recruitment and electionsManaging governance information and website content
We are looking for someone who:
Has strong administrative experience and excellent organisational skillsHas excellent attention to detail and can produce clear and accurate written recordsIs able to manage confidential information appropriatelyCan work independently and manage competing deadlinesHas strong communication and interpersonal skillsIs confident using Microsoft Office and able to learn new systems quicklyHas an interest in governance and willingness to develop knowledge of relevant legislation