Self Employed Clerk to Governors - Casual

Swale Academies Trust

• Ref:KCC-F54-116-S
• Posted:21/10/2025
• Pay:£14.85 - £15.65 per hour
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:07/11/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:As applications are received

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• 9 hours per LGB Meeting, 14 hours per GDC Meeting
• Interviews to be arranged as applications are received

We are seeking a Governance Clerk to provide dedicated support to a cluster of our Local Governing Bodies (LGBs) on a self-employed, part-time basis; The cluster of 5 schools are located in Sittingbourne and Maidstone.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on flexibility and organisation. You will have the autonomy to manage your hours throughout the term to best suit your schedule and the needs of the LGBs you support. The role is hybrid, with travel required to attend meetings in person.

LGB Meetings take place once per term at each school, for approximately 2 hours each, with additional Governance Discipline Committee meetings being organised if the need arises.  LGB Meetings may take place either during the school day or during the early evening, and are set in advance at the start of each academic year. You will have the flexibility to organise pre-meeting preparation and the production of post-meeting records in line with our prescribed timeframes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert clerking and administrative support to LGB meetings 
• Drafting agendas, taking accurate minutes, and ensuring timely distribution of papers.
• Maintaining statutory records and ensuring compliance with governance regulations.
• Building strong working relationships with LGB Chairs, Governors, and school leaders.
• Attending Clerks’ briefings and participate in professional development opportunities

You will be a key part of our central governance team, reporting to the Company Secretary who will provide full support and guidance.

To be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in a clerking or similar administrative role (knowledge of school governance is highly desirable).
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
• Excellent communication skills

If you are a proactive and reliable professional looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact, we encourage you to apply.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Liz Bruce, Company Secretary, at liz.bruce@swale.at.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to liz.bruce@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

 Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines

Information about the trust

Since its creation in September 2010 Swale Academies Trust has become a strong and successful school improvement service, specialising in taking schools in Ofsted category and turning them into good schools. A glance at the most recent Ofsted reports for Westlands Primary School, Meopham School, The North School, Regis Manor School and The Sittingbourne School, will all point to the effectiveness of the Trust in bringing about change and providing and enabling excellent leadership. First and foremost Swale Academies Trust is about the provision and development of high quality leadership and management.

We don’t seek to develop clone schools that deliver education in a regimented manner. Rather, we value the development in our schools of a spirit of enquiry and action research that provides the best possible education that is right for pupils in a local setting. We do however collectively value and strive for all pupils to produce beautiful work which showcases their development over time of which they, their teachers and support staff and parents can be really proud. We are proud of our schools and we strive for a sense of shared pride in the achievements of all of our students.

Our ambition is driven by enabling schools and children to succeed. We have a wide range of excellent and highly accomplished senior leaders who lead with a sense of purpose, charisma and a set of shared values. The Trust is fortunate to be overseen by a Board of Directors who share leaders’ values and who provide the highest quality challenge and support.

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR Team
• Address:Swale Academies Trust,
  Ashdown House,
  Johnson Road,
  Sittingbourne,
  Kent,
  ME10 1JS
• Telephone: 01795 426091
• Email: recruitment@swale.at

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Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack