School Governor Clerks

• Salary: Fixed rate up to £200 per meeting
• Location: Across London Boroughs
• Contract: Casual
• Working Pattern: Flexible Hours
• Closing Date: 04/09/2025 at 23:59
• Reference: Gov/25/319878

About Us

NPW is the ethical partner of choice that keeps the child at the centre of everything we do. We care about our clients and work hard to help them achieve their aspirations. We engage with our clients to help develop our products and services to ensure that what we offer is created for schools by schools. NPW is a not-for-profit mutual organisation, owned by our school members. We provide a range of operational, transformational and innovative services to schools and colleges so that they can focus on improving the lives of children and young people.

The Role

Due to the ongoing growth of Governor Services, we are expanding our team of Clerks to support schools across London, the UK and internationally. Whilst there may be a requirement to attend meetings in person, support is also required for virtual and blended meetings where a Clerk may work remotely and across different time-zones.Therefore, applications from overseas candidates are also welcome.

As a School Governor Clerk, you will be directly responsible for the provision of services to a specified number of multi-academy trusts, school governing boards, and other commercial contracts, ensuring that our high standards are met in a professional and effective manner via remote on-line meetings. This is a part-time position with flexible hours, primarily focused around term-time meetings. Whilst training will be provided including attendance at our termly virtual Clerks' Briefing, there is an expectation that you will be available to attend our offices in East London for training from time-to-time.

Key Responsibilities

• Meeting Management: Organise, schedule, and prepare agendas for all governing body and committee meetings.
• Minute Taking: Attend all meetings (via video conference) to accurately and concisely minute discussions, decisions, and actions.
• Documentation: Distribute meeting papers and minutes to governors in a timely manner. Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of all governing body documentation.
• Compliance: Provide advice to the governing board on governance, constitutional and procedural matters ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Governance Administration: Manage governor records, including terms of office, declarations of interest, and attendance.

What We Are Looking For

• Proficiency in using virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) and G-Suite/Microsoft Office.
• Extensive experience of managing on-line meetings and sessions.
• Proven experience in a clerking or senior administrative role, with excellent minute-taking abilities.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Previous experience working with a school governing body.
• Knowledge of education sector regulations and governance best practices.

What We Offer

Flexibility: The convenience of flexible working arrangements including remote working, with working requirements tailored to your lifestyle.

Support: A collaborative and supportive environment from a dedicated governance team.

How to Apply

Applicants interested in finding out more about this role are welcome to contact Mr Peter Hooper on .

If you believe you have the skills and passion to succeed in this role, please submit your application using the button below

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

NPW 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 DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

We are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment with Newham Partnership Working and the London Borough of Newham. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.

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