Clerk to the Governing Board at East Reading Federation required for September 2025

 Start date: September 2025
Contract type: Casual contract – hours as required, we hold regular Governing Board meetings throughout the year.
Salary: L11 – L17 £27,269 – £30,060 FTE + cost of living increase once agreed.

Hourly rate: £14.13 – £15.58 per hour.

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and interested in supporting local education governance? The East Reading Federation (Alfred Sutton Primary and Redlands Primary School) is seeking a dedicated Clerk to the Governing Board to join us from September 2025.

This is a key role providing vital administrative and procedural support to the Governing Board across our federation of schools.

You will work closely with the Chair of Governors and Headteachers to ensure the smooth running of meetings and compliance with legal and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare agendas and documentation in consultation with the Chair and Headteachers
• Attend and minute Governing Board and committee meetings (usually during term time, including some evenings)
• Maintain accurate records of meetings and decisions
• Provide advice to governors on procedural and legislative matters
• Support with administrative tasks such as managing policies and records

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational, communication and IT skills
• Is able to work independently, manage their own workload, and meet deadlines
• Understands or is willing to learn about governance in education (training will be provided)
• Maintains confidentiality and acts with integrity at all times

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, supportive community with strong staff teams, enthusiastic pupils, and a dedicated Governing Board.

Job Description

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To Apply

Please contact Alice de Croos at bursar@alfredsutton.reading.sch.uk     to arrange a conversation about the role, and apply via the school website.

• Closing Date: Sunday 29^th June 2025
• Shortlisting: Monday 30^th June
• Interviews: Monday 7^th July 2025

East Reading Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.