Clerk to Governors

Cumbria; Workington; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Workington is seeking a part-time Clerk to the Management Committee. The role involves providing administrative support, advising on governance practices, managing memberships, and administering meetings. You will attend Management Committee and Sub-committee meetings throughout the year. Candidates should demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive training are offered for this position.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Support from Management Committee

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Knowledge of effective governance practices.
• Ability to manage memberships and administer meetings.
• Experience in maintaining appropriate records.

Responsibilities

• Support the Management Committee and advise on procedural matters.
• Administer meetings and manage memberships.
• Attend and record minutes for committee and sub-committee meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

• Job type:Administration and Business Operations
• Contract:Permanent
• Work pattern:Part-time
• Salary:Please see below
• Date posted: Monday 12 January 2026
• Closing date for applications: This is a rolling advertisement
• Employer:Cumberland Council

Clerk to the Management Committee

Hours: 10 hours per month; term-time only

Permanent

BS5 (Grade 5, plus JWC points) £13.47 per hour (£25,989 per annum, full-year, full-time
equivalent)

Start Date:Negotiable on successful appointment. Candidate contractual requirements will be considered

We are seeking to appoint a highly organised, efficient administrator with excellent communication skills to support our Management Committee.
The Clerk will have a knowledge of effective governance practice and will advise the Management Committee on all procedural and constitutional matters, manage memberships, administer meetings, and maintain appropriate records.

There are 4 Management Committee and 9 Sub-committee meetings per year, which are scheduled each September for the year ahead. Meetings are typically held in the late afternoon / early evening. Other working hours are scheduled at the Clerk’s discretion.

In return for your hard work, commitment and dedication we can offer you:

• Comprehensive training
• Support from our Management Committee and our Senior Leadership Team
• A competitive salary