Overview
Hours of work: 2.89 hours per week. Working pattern: Part-time. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata).
Closing date: 2nd February 2026 9am
We are looking for a Clerk to Governors to work with the Chair of Governors, Head Teacher and other governors to secure the continuity of governing board business. The purpose of this role is to keep the Catsfield CEP School governing board running smoothly through efficient administration and timely advice. You will offer vital support to our governors to ensure that they can fulfil their statutory responsibilities and work closely with the school leadership team to ensure that records are well maintained. You will minute governing board meetings and any appropriate committee meetings as well as clerking panels that might be convened. You will work independently to research policies and procedures that will be critical for the board to follow.
Salary – Single Status Grade 7, Scale Points 18-19, £14.89 — £15.24 per hour (depending on experience). Working pattern – Part time 52 weeks a year.
Interview date: Interviews for suitable candidates will be undertaken as soon as possible as part of a rolling recruitment process; early application is advised. If the posts are filled earlier than expected, this advert will be removed.
Job description and application form are available on our school website or by emailing recruitment@catsfieldcep.esussex.sch.uk for an application pack. We do not accept CVs. If you would like to visit the school to see more, please email recruitment@catsfieldcep.e-sussex.sch.uk. Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@catsfieldcep.e-sussex.sch.uk.
About the School
Our oversubscribed school is small but has great aspirations. The 180-year-old school is well supported by the community and is a place for challenging, creative and inspiring learning. We pride ourselves on putting our vision at the heart of our school, with school governance as an integral part of this.
Responsibilities
* Take accurate minutes and maintain efficient record keeping systems.
* Work independently using their own initiative.
* Write agendas and service meetings.
* Be willing to work at times convenient to the governing board, including evening meetings.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Experience of minute taking and servicing meetings.
* Good attention to detail.
* Ability and willingness to work individually using own initiative.
* Experience of researching policies and procedures relevant to the board.
* Willingness to attend meetings outside standard hours if required.
Benefits and Environment
* A school set in idyllic surroundings that works with other local schools.
* Support for the wellbeing of all members of the school community; positive mental health and wellbeing are encouraged.
* Supportive Senior Leadership.
* See our Ofsted report: see full report here (https://www.catsfieldtn33.greenhousecms.co.uk/docs/catsfield-section-5-ofsted-report.pdf).
Working hours and conditions are subject to terms and conditions of employment; please refer to the official job posting for details.
Compliance: This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All school-based staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times. Enhanced DBS checks or equivalent are required as applicable.
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