Governance Clerk
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Rochdale, OL12 9QN |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75780837 |
Summary
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting education from behind the scenes?
Watergrove Trust is seeking a Governance Clerk to provide high-level administrative and advisory support to our Trust Board and Local Governing Bodies.
In this role, you aren’t just a minute-taker; you are a vital advisor ensuring our governance remains ethical, compliant, and focused on what matters most: the success of our students.
Estimated 9 hours per meeting; Term Time Only. Based on 7 meetings per half term at an average of 9 hours admin time per meeting (including preparation; attendance; notes and follow up).
Evening work will be required to attend Governance Meetings (varies between 5pm and 9pm).
Why Join Watergrove Trust?At Watergrove, we Coach, Challenge, and Innovate. We offer:
- Flexible Working: A role that fits around your life, primarily following the school calendar.
- Professional Development: Access to sector-specific training and accreditation.
- Purpose: The knowledge that your administrative excellence directly supports the quality of education for thousands of young people.
To apply, please complete our online application form - https://www.watergrovetrust.co.uk/vacancies/governance-clerk/ by 23.59 pm on Sunday 08 February 2026.
Interviews will be held Thursday 12 February 2026.
Watergrove Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure & Barring and Childcare Disqualification Check.
The Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.
Thank you in advance for your application. Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven’t heard from us by the interview date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Supporting Documents
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