Clerk to Governors

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, flexible and professional individual with great organisation skills and proven administrative experience to support the Governing Body of John Spendluffe Technology College. 

The successful applicant will play a vital role, supporting our governors to provide the school with its strategic role of leadership, support and guidance. 

The position will involve working within the school when Governor meetings take place and at home when carrying out other duties.

 Working effectively with the Chair of Governors, the Headteacher and other Governors, the Clerk will be responsible for advising the Governing Body on constitutional matters, duties and powers and will work within the broad current legislative framework. 

The Clerk will secure the continuity of Governing Body business and observe confidentiality requirements.

Please see our website www.jstc.org.uk/aboutus/vacancies for an application pack and further information.

Closing Date: 05/05/2026

JSTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks, undertaken are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.