Job Description

Job Title:

Clerk to the Board of Governors

Location

: Somerset

Type

: Part-Time / Freelance - 20 per hour

Meetings

: Approximately 5 per academic year

Start Date

: September 2025

About Us

:

Inaura School is an independent non-maintained special school based in Somerset, providing a nurturing and inclusive educational environment for children and young people with a range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. We are committed to delivering personalised education and fostering positive outcomes for every student.

The Role

:

We are seeking a well-organised, professional, and discreet Clerk to the Board of Governors to support our governing body. The Clerk plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Board, providing administrative and procedural support and ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

:

Prepare agendas and collate supporting documents in consultation with the Chair and Headteacher

Attend and take accurate minutes of approximately 5 full governing board meetings per academic year

Provide procedural and regulatory advice to the Board as required

Maintain records of meeting attendance, membership, and policies

Ensure the governing body operates in accordance with legal and statutory requirements

Person Specification:

Previous experience as a Clerk or in a similar governance support role (preferred)

Excellent organisational, communication, and minute-taking skills

Strong understanding of governance procedures and confidentiality

Ability to work independently and flexibly

Familiarity with the education sector, particularly special education, is desirable but not essential

Familiarity with governance or willingness to undertake training

Safeguarding and Child Protection:

Inaura School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Safeguarding and child protection training will be provided as part of the induction process.

Terms:

This is a part-time, flexible role paid on a per-meeting basis (including preparation and follow-up time).

Meetings are usually held at our Burrowbridge Learning Centre on a Wednesday from 4pm.

How to Apply:

To apply, please request an application pack via email to recruitment@inauraschool.org

For more information about Inaura School, please visit our website: www.inauraschool.org

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 20.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person