Clerk to Corporation

Salary: From £50,000 per annum (pro rata) Depending on experience

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Corporation who will ensure the effective operation of the College's governance framework, providing independent advice and administrative support to the Corporation and its Committees.

As Clerk to the Corporation, you will:

• Advise the Corporation on governance, regulatory compliance, and constitutional matters.
• Ensure the effective operation of the Board and its Committees, including planning agendas, preparing papers, minuting meetings, and maintaining accurate records.
• Support Governors through efficient communication, induction, training coordination and ongoing development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, the College's Instrument and Articles of Government, and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee governance policies, procedures, and reporting requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability in all governance processes.
• Work closely with the Chair and Principal to plan the annual governance cycle and ensure timely delivery of all statutory responsibilities.
• Promote the values, reputation and strategic ambitions of Cardiff and Vale College at all times in both internal and external interactions.
• Leverage technology and digital tools, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to streamline governance processes, take accurate meeting notes, manage documentation, and improve overall efficiency.
• Work flexibly in accordance with a fluctuating workload demand.
• Promote and embrace the Welsh language and culture in the work of the Corporation – an ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Applications are to be made using the Cardiff and Vale College application form only. The college welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English. If we invite you to interview, let us know if you would like us to conduct the interview and assessment process in Welsh.

The closing date for completed applications 20/02/2026 at 11:59pm.

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and employment will not commence without a valid up to date DBS check. This is a contractual agreement that must be in place before your employment starts. The College's procedure for the Suitability of Ex-offenders for Employment is available upon request.

These are contractual agreements that must be in place before your employment can commence.

We are committed to the recruitment and retention of disabled people, and are a positive disability confident scheme employer.