Governance Professional

Woodlands; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Maidstone is seeking a Governance Professional (Clerk) to manage its Governing Body administration and ensure compliance with legal obligations. The role involves advising on governance matters, preparing minutes and agendas, and supporting strategic decision-making. This position requires flexible working with a minimum commitment of 40 hours per year, including attendance at scheduled meetings. The applicant is encouraged to submit an application by 27th February 2026.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience advising on governance procedures.
• Ability to ensure statutory duties and legal frameworks are met.
• Experience in managing records and board information.

Responsibilities

• Advising on governance procedures and ensuring smooth meetings.
• Ensuring board meets all legal requirements.
• Managing board information and membership records.
• Providing independent advice for strategic decisions.
• Keeping governors informed on best practices.

Skills

Governance procedures

Legal compliance

Administrative management

Strategic decision support

Minute-taking

Job description

Overview

Governance Professional (Clerk)

• Salary: Kent Salaries KSG £17.84 per hour, casual contract. You are also entitled to holiday pay, which will be calculated at the same rate.
• Hours: These vary per month and are claimed on a month by month basis with an expectation of a minimum of 40 hours per year, rising to an expected maximum of 80 hours per year. There is both flexible home working and a requirement to be present at meetings in school.
• Commitment: Calendared meetings take place on Wednesday evenings. Generally between 4.30pm to 7pm. There are 10 of these per academic year, together with the preparation of agendas and production of the minutes of each meeting. Additional ad hoc meetings as required in order for the Governing Body to meet its statutory obligations.

We are seeking a Governance Professional (Clerk) to:

• manage our Governing Body administration, ensure legal compliance.
• provide procedural advice, and support the effectiveness of the Governing Body.
• handle minutes, agendas, records and offer independent advice on governance matters.
• act as the linchpin for smooth, compliant board operations, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring statutory duties are met.

Responsibilities

• Procedural Expertise: Advising on governance procedures, ensuring meetings run smoothly, and taking minutes.
• Legal Compliance: Ensuring the board meets all statutory duties and operates within the legal framework.
• Administrative Management: Managing board information, membership records, training records, and agendas.
• Strategic Support: Providing independent advice to help the board with strategic decisions and improve overall governance.
• Information Hub: Keeping governors informed about training, conduct, priorities, and best practices.

The Application Process

Application forms and full details can be found on our Vacancies page on our website. Applicants should complete the application form and email it to Ms Starns, PA to the Headteacher. Applicants are strongly encouraged to also complete our Equal Opportunities & Recruitment Monitoring Form. References will be requested prior to interview.

Important Dates

Closing date for applications: 8am on 27th February 2026