Clerk to Governors
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Salary Actual £2579 PA based on FTE £27,779 £14.44 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Gosport, PO13 0JN |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3300 |
Summary
Job Advert
Clerk to Governors
Role
Annualised hours based on 4 hours per week
Term Time only (39 weeks per year)
Salary Actual £2579 PA based on FTE £27,779 £14.44 per hour
Are you looking for an interesting, autonomous and flexible role within education supporting your local school? Bridgemary School
are looking to appoint a highly organised and self-motivated Clerk to Governors to join our amazing community. This vital role is
critical to the effectiveness of our Governing Body in fulfilling its core strategic functions. The role is offered on an
annualised basis meaning your total working hours are spread across the year rather than following a fixed weekly schedule
allowing for attendance to Governors meetings, 6 times per year. As the Clerk to Governors you will be working effectively with
the Chair of governors, the Headteacher and other governors, to ensure the smooth running of the governing body.
The Clerk to Governors role will include:
•Working with TKAT to ensure the Governing Body meets the requirements of the Trust and the DfE.
•Preparation, typing and distribution of agendas and associated paperwork
•Accurate note taking and typing up of minutes at Governor meetings as well as any working parties, committees or panels
•Maintaining accurate records of the Governing Body and its membership
•Advising the Governing Body on procedural issues, legal responsibilities and constitutional matters
•Managing communication, documentation and correspondence relating to the work of the Governing Body
The Clerk to Governors is a varied and interesting role which will suit someone who wishes to work flexibly, as it involves a
mixture of office and home working, as well as attendance at meetings at the school. Meetings require afternoon/early evening
attendance (all meetings are scheduled in advance, with reasonable notice provided).
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as the Clerk to Governors we can offer you:
•Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
•Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
•A comprehensive induction programme •Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
•The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
•Cycle to work scheme
•Free eye tests
•Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About
TKAT The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary
and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family. We have a flexible approach to
interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy
early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace. To
discover what makes Bridgemary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the Recruitment team on 01329 319966 or
email recruitment@bridgemary-tkat.org To download an application pack please go to our website at www.bridgemary-tkat.org and
return your completed application form to recruitment@bridgemary-tkat.org The closing date for application is Monday 16th March
2026, however we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Clerk to Governors
Role
Annualised hours based on 4 hours per week
Term Time only (39 weeks per year)
Salary Actual £2579 PA based on FTE £27,779 £14.44 per hour
Are you looking for an interesting, autonomous and flexible role within education supporting your local school? Bridgemary School
are looking to appoint a highly organised and self-motivated Clerk to Governors to join our amazing community. This vital role is
critical to the effectiveness of our Governing Body in fulfilling its core strategic functions. The role is offered on an
annualised basis meaning your total working hours are spread across the year rather than following a fixed weekly schedule
allowing for attendance to Governors meetings, 6 times per year. As the Clerk to Governors you will be working effectively with
the Chair of governors, the Headteacher and other governors, to ensure the smooth running of the governing body.
The Clerk to Governors role will include:
•Working with TKAT to ensure the Governing Body meets the requirements of the Trust and the DfE.
•Preparation, typing and distribution of agendas and associated paperwork
•Accurate note taking and typing up of minutes at Governor meetings as well as any working parties, committees or panels
•Maintaining accurate records of the Governing Body and its membership
•Advising the Governing Body on procedural issues, legal responsibilities and constitutional matters
•Managing communication, documentation and correspondence relating to the work of the Governing Body
The Clerk to Governors is a varied and interesting role which will suit someone who wishes to work flexibly, as it involves a
mixture of office and home working, as well as attendance at meetings at the school. Meetings require afternoon/early evening
attendance (all meetings are scheduled in advance, with reasonable notice provided).
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as the Clerk to Governors we can offer you:
•Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
•Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
•A comprehensive induction programme •Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
•The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
•Cycle to work scheme
•Free eye tests
•Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About
TKAT The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary
and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family. We have a flexible approach to
interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy
early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace. To
discover what makes Bridgemary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the Recruitment team on 01329 319966 or
email recruitment@bridgemary-tkat.org To download an application pack please go to our website at www.bridgemary-tkat.org and
return your completed application form to recruitment@bridgemary-tkat.org The closing date for application is Monday 16th March
2026, however we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
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