Clerk to Governors - Broadwindsor Primary School

Clerk to Governors

Broadwindsor CE VC Primary School

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and looking for a flexible role that makes a real difference to school leadership and governance?

Broadwindsor CE VC Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Clerk to Governors to support our dedicated Governing Body.

As Clerk, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective operation of the Governing Body, working closely with the Headteacher and Chair of Governors. You will organise meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, provide procedural guidance, keep governors informed of legislative and policy updates, and ensure the highest levels of confidentiality and professionalism.

• Has excellent administrative, organisational and ICT skills.
• Possesses strong written communication and literacy skills.
• Can work independently and manage their own workload effectively.
• Has a keen eye for detail and can produce accurate meeting records.
• Is able to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion at all times.

Previous experience as a Clerk to Governors would be an advantage, but it is not essential. Full training and ongoing support will be provided through Dorset Governor Services and the National Governance Association (NGA).

• Approximately 9 Full Governing Body meetings per year.
• Meetings are held in the afternoon or early evening, either in person or virtually.
• Minute writing and other administrative duties can be completed flexibly from home.
• Term Time Only
• 2 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Actual Salary £1,202 - £1,221 pro rated per annum(Grade 5, SCP 5-6)

The salary shown is pro rata and includes paid annual leave and bank holiday entitlements. Pay is made in equal monthly instalments and adjusted where necessary at the beginning or end of employment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a flexible, rewarding role that supports the strategic leadership of our school and helps ensure the best outcomes for our pupils.

Closing Date: 1st November 2026

Interviews will be held w/c 9th November 2026

We welcome visits from prospective applicants and encourage you to come and see Broadwindsor School for yourself. To arrange a visit, please contact the School Office on or email officeset.sch.

Should you have any questions or require any additional information about the role or application process, we would be pleased to assist.

Broadwindsor Primary School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Broadwindsor Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.

The pro rata salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and includes appropriate paid annual leave and bank holiday entitlements.

The salary quoted is the annual salary for the position at the time of advert. The salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment and again if leaving part way through the school year to ensure the correct salary is received for the work completed in an academic year.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

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