Clerk To The Local Governing Board

Job description / Role

Job overview

We wish to appoint to this multi academy trust of two schools, an experienced, enthusiastic, and highly motivated clerk to the local governing boards and to the Grand Union Multi Academy Trust (GU MAT). The postholder will provide advice to the governing boards on governance as well as constitutional and procedural matters.

The role will be a hybrid model that will accommodate some working from home. However, the successful candidate will also be required to attend face-to-face meetings at both schools.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparation, typing and distribution of agendas and associated paperwork
• Accurate taking of and typing of minutes at the full governing boards and committee meetings
• Maintaining accurate records of the governing boards and its membership
• Advising the governing boards on procedural issues, legal responsibilities, and constitutional matters

Knowledge of how schools and governing boards operate would be an advantage along with previous experience of similar work; we invite applications from recently retired school leaders. The individual will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Why join Featherstone High School?

Featherstone High is a welcoming and high-achieving school where teamwork, ambition, and the success of young people are at the heart of everything we do. We value our staff and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being.

At Featherstone High, we offer:

• An opportunity to teach in a school where the quality of education is outstanding (Ofsted 2025)
• A collaborative environment with colleagues who are passionate about inspiring and empowering students
• Competitive pay and an excellent pension scheme
• Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme, offering confidential counselling and support across a wide range of areas
• A range of staff benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and free access to teacher perks

If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Featherstone High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Equality is at the heart of Featherstone High School’s value and motto “Together we achieve.” FHS understands that, in order to enable all members of our community to achieve their full potential, we need to be proactive and positive in ensuring everyone is given equal treatment and opportunities, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, disability, age or any other of the protected characteristics.

All applications must be made online. CVs will not be considered.

Before applying, please download the job pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this when completing your application.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.