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Clerk to the Board of Governors
Minehead First School • Minehead Middle School • St Michael’s First School
We are looking for an organised, professional, and discreet individual to take on the role of Clerk to the Board of Governors across our three Minehead schools within Beacon Education.
This is a key position at the heart of school governance. You will provide expert administrative support, ensure the board meets its legal duties, prepare agendas and minutes, offer guidance on governance processes, and help maintain high standards across our schools.
Please see attached Job Description for further information.
This role offers approximately 200 hours per year, paid at Grade 13 (points 6–11) which is currently £25,989 - £28,142 FTE.
Additional hours may be claimed for clerking ad hoc panels—such as Complaints, Suspensions, Permanent Exclusions, Staff Panels—or for approved CPD opportunities.
This role will involve evening work.
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💡 Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking someone who embodies professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellent governance. We are looking for someone who is:
1. Trustworthy, reliable, and discreet—able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
2. Committed to safeguarding and the wider values of our Trust.
3. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.
4. Able to work independently, managing your own workload and deadlines confidently.
5. A clear communicator, both written and verbal, able to produce polished and accurate documentation.
6. Confident with technology, including digital record-keeping and meeting platforms.
7. Flexible and proactive, able to do additional hours when required.
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✨ What This Role Offers You
8. A unique behind the scenes perspective on how schools operate and make strategic decisions.
9. The chance to develop specialist governance expertise
10. Opportunities for additional paid work through panel hearings and training.
11. The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s education
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Deadline for applications is: 5pm on Monday 16th February 2026
Please note: Beacon Education reserves the right to interview on a rolling basis and may make an appointment before the application deadline. We would therefor encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
This position will be offered to the successful candidate subject to references and obtaining the necessary clearances. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will be conducted on a rolling bases as and when applications are successful, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment should the vacancy close early.
Beacon Education adheres to Safer Recruitment procedures and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhance DBS check.
Beacon Education reserves the right to carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates. This will only include a search for information which is publicly available online.
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Safeguarding Statement
Beacon Education adheres to Safer Recruitment procedures and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhance DBS check.
Beacon Education reserves the right to carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates. This will only include a search for information which is publicly available online.
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.