At a Glance
- Tasks: Support governing board meetings and take accurate minutes for our schools.
- Company: Join Bridge Academy Trust, a collaborative network of 11 schools focused on high-quality learning.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for personal development and community impact.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with a commitment to safeguarding and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while developing your organisational and communication skills.
- Qualifications: Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 16/08/2026 Midnight
Date of Interviews: To be confirmed
Bridge Academy Trust is a collegiate and collaborative Trust comprising of 11 schools, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role
We’re looking for a reliable and organised Governance Clerk to support governing board meetings across schools within our Trust based in the Ongar, Halstead and Chelmsford areas.
Responsibilities
- Attend governing board meetings
- Take accurate minutes
- Complete post‑meeting administration and distribute minutes within an agreed timeframe
Qualifications
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Experience in clerking, administration, or governance desirable
- A background in education advantageous
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule
4 evening meetings per school each academic year, held during term time in the evenings. Hours include meeting attendance and minute writing.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Bridge Academy Trust. Application guidance notes are available to assist you. Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to recruitment@bridgeacademytrust.org.
Information about the School
We are a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people enjoy, enrich, achieve, aspire. Our core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a strong sense of community. We have a community and school‑led school improvement approach, with a long-term sustainable strategy. More information can be found on the trust’s website.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements.
Contact
Bridge Academy Trust
Community Building
Brian Close, Chelmsford
Essex, CM2 9DZ
Telephone: 01245 202937
Email: Recruitment@bridgeacademytrust.org
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