Clerk to the Governors
Closing in 28 days (23 February 2026 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: Grade 13, £25,989 - £28,142 pro rata
Employer: Bishop Henderson CE VA Primary School
Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4TU
Contract type: Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 23 February 2026 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
Required as soon as possible
Grade 13, £25,989 – £28,142 pro rata, term time only
Attendance will be required at Full Governing Body Meetings (approximately 6 per year), which start at 6.30pm and finish at 8.30pm. Mutually convenient dates to be agreed at the start of the year.
The clerk will be paid for 10 hours per meeting to cover the time spent preparing for and following up meetings as well as taking minutes during the meeting. The clerk will also be paid to attend termly Clerk’s Briefings.
We would also like the clerk to minute our Finance Working Group meetings. There are currently 6 of these per year, meeting during the school day, for approximately 1 ½ hours (Paid for 3.75hrs to include taking / writing up minutes).
Therefore, excluding additional hours, total contracted hours are 82.5hrs / year – payment split equally over 12 months.
What will I be doing?
We are seeking a highly motivated and efficient Clerk to support the Governing Body.
Duties include preparing and circulating agendas, taking minutes, handling correspondence and dealing with sensitive and confidential issues.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are looking for someone with excellent organisation and administrative skills who is able to communicate effectively.
Access to the internet is essential and candidates should have good computer skills.
DBS check
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Supporting documents and information
A job description, person specification and application form are available from the school office office@bishophendersontaunton.co.uk and on the website.
Completed application forms should be sent by email to Mrs Jo Alford, School Business Manager, jalford@bishophendersontaunton.co.uk
Deadline for applications is noon on Monday 23 February