Salary: NJC Grade C: £26,847 - £27,274 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position until 31st August 2027. The successful candidate will be allocated 50 hours per school, across 1-3 schools
The Harbour Schools Partnership is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governing Body. The role will be based across one to three schools. Please indicate the number of schools you would like to work with on your application.
About the Role
The Clerk to the Governing Body will provide advice to the local governing body on governance, constitutional and procedural matters:
- Provide effective administrative support to the local governing body
- Ensure the local governing body is properly constituted
- Manage information effectively in accordance with legal requirements
Duties include:
- Acting as the first point of contact for governors with queries on procedural matters
- Effective administration of meetings
- Managing Information
- Managing Membership of the Governing Body
Why Join Us?
You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:
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A supportive and collaborative working environment
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Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
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The chance to make a significant impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing
If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 6th November 2026, interviews will be held week commencing 9th November 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.
Our Vision
Our vision is to deliver excellence through collaboration to realise the right of every child to flourish.
- Valued by stakeholders
- Recognised by external partners
- Parents’ choice
- Children’s choice
- Outstanding outcomes
- The right work/life balance
- Strong leadership pathways
- Outstanding staff development
- Strong cultural integrity
- Enhanced terms and conditions
- Supporting Schools regionally
- Intelligently contributing to national agendas
- Schools are central to the community
- Developing rounded citizens with a strong character compass
- Preparing children for a multi-cultural world
Our Values
The Harbour Schools Partnership believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation.
The Harbour Schools Partnership, a guiding light for education.
Clerk to the Governing Body employer: The Harbour Schools Partnership
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Contact Details:
The Harbour Schools Partnership Recruitment Team
