Clerk to Governors (E3662)
Clerk to Governors
About us
At Cheshire East Council we are resident and partner focused with a vision to enable prosperity and wellbeing for all. People really are at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our incredible workforce. We promote a culture of high performance where people can aspire, thrive and flourish, where we strive to deliver best value in everything we do.
For us, success isn’t just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it together. We promote curiosity, excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
We are values led and committed to wellbeing and inclusion for all, where our employees co-created our values of drive, integrity, respect and collaboration which inform all that we do.
We are proud to work for Cheshire East Council and believe you would be too, so come and join us!
Join us on a meaningful journey at Cheshire East Council
Join a team that’s compassionate, forward-thinking and deeply committed to making a difference. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do, and your role will be a key part of our transformation journey. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful where your ideas, energy and work can create real impact every day.
Cheshire East Council Governor Services team are looking to recruit two part time Clerk to Governors. The contracted hours are 13.5 hours a week for one post and 12 hours a week for the second post. A full induction and training will be given. The posts are for a fixed term contract from 1st September 2026 until 31st August 2027, with the possibility of an extension to the contract for the 2027/28 academic year.
About the role:
A clerk to the governors is an advisory role - candidates will be expected to attend board meetings at a range of schools and provide advice on the legal and procedural aspects of school governance. In addition to this, clerks are required to effectively manage agendas, distribute supporting documentation, and produce accurate minutes.
The post would suit a professional from the education, legal or administrative sectors who is looking for a more flexible employment opportunity. The post is predominantly home-based although you will be expected to attend meetings which generally take place after school hours.
- The role involves travel across Cheshire East; a full driving license and access to a car is essential.
- Evening work will be required to meet service needs.
- The clerk to governors working pattern is unusual compared to most roles. Due to the nature of the work, we have substantial peaks and troughs during every term, and we ask that clerks “bank” their time during the quiet periods so it can be used during the busy weeks.
This is just a snapshot of some of the exciting things you’ll be doing in role, to find out more about the other key responsibilities of the role please view the attached job description.
About you:
In order to be successful in this post you should possess the following:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent - Essential
- Excellent literacy and oral communication skills - Essential
- Knowledge of word processing and document management - Essential
- Ability to organise agendas and supporting material and take accurate minutes of meetings - Essential
- Ability to work professionally and form strong and trusted relationships with school partners - Essential
- An understanding of the role of governing bodies in the school system - Desirable
- Proven effective administrative experience, including maintaining records and databases - Desirable
Experience as a clerk, experience of governance, and/or other experience of school governance, or experience of working in a professional capacity in a similar field e.g. education, legal, or financial would be an advantage.
To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document.
What we offer in return:
- A competitive salary - Between £28,598 pro rata per annum - £31,022 per annum pro rata per annum (CEC NJC – Grade 6)
- Flexible working pattern - Enjoy a 12-hour standard work week with the added perks of home working and flexible working hours.
- Salary sacrifice green car scheme - Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme. There’re no credit checks, no deposits, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease
- White goods salary sacrifice scheme - Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary
- Enhanced public pension - Secure your future with our career average pension, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay
- Cycle to work scheme - Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!
- Employee assistance programme - Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life’s challenges, both at work and in your personal life
- Discounted gym membership - Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including:
- Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
- Off-Peak Racket Sports
- Athletics Tracks
- Sauna/Steam/Spa
- Clerk to Governors Job Description and Specification Jan 2026.pdf
(PDF, 1460.03kb)
How to Apply
We’re delighted that you’re considering applying for this role!
As an equal opportunities and disability confident employer, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us better reflect and serve our local communities, and together, we can build something truly special.
To join our team, simply click ‘Apply for this job’ at the bottom of the page. Please indicate in your letter of application which role you wish to apply for. If you’d prefer an informal chat first or have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Su Garbutt, Senior School Governance Officer on 07794 435915 | , they’ll be happy to hear from you!
If you would like to get in touch with us regarding this role then please remember to include the job reference number so we can assist you accurately and in a timely manner.
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