Clerk to the Governors - Moorlands and Park Lane Primary Schools
Posted 8 days 14 hours ago by Reading Borough Council
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job detailsContractual hours 0
Basis Part time
Region Casual / Sessional
Job category/type Administration / Clerical, Education, Schools
Casual - approx 7-8 hours per week, term time only
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about supporting good governance in education?
The Federation of Moorlands & Park Lane Primary Schools is seeking an experienced Clerk to the Governors to provide vital administrative, procedural, and advisory support to our Governing Body.
About the Role:- Ensure the Governing Body operates within its legal and constitutional framework
- Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and accurate minutes for meetings
- Advise on governance, policy, and procedural matters
- Maintain essential records, registers, and policy schedules
- Support governor recruitment, induction, and ongoing development
- Keep up to date with legislative changes affecting school governance
You'll be the primary point of contact for governance matters, ensuring meetings run smoothly, decisions are documented, and compliance requirements are met.
About You:- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities
- Confidence in using ICT and managing confidential information
- A professional, impartial, and positive approach
- Knowledge of school governance or a willingness to develop expertise through training
Experience of clerking or working in a governance role is desirable, alongside an understanding of educational legislation and data protection requirements.
Why Join Us?You will play an important role in supporting the leadership of two vibrant, forward-looking primary schools.
This is a flexible, part-time position that offers the opportunity to work independently while being part of a committed and supportive team.
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate.
We will process personal data and sensitive personal data (also known as 'special categories of personal data') and criminal records data relating to you in accordance with our Data protection policy and in accordance with data protection laws.
As part of our due diligence and safeguarding procedures, pre employment checks for shortlisted candidates will include online searches for data.
Closing date: midnight Sunday 27th September 2026
Interview date: Thursday 8th October 2026