Vacancy: Clerk to Governors, part time

Location: Option to work from home for the majority of the time, subject to being available in person for evening Governor meetings at the school and fulfilling all responsibilities as outlined in the job description

Description: The role of Clerk to the Governors is extremely important for the effective governance and operation of the Board at Arnold House School. The Clerk will provide advice on governance and procedural matters and will support the Board and its Committees in fulfilling their roles as Governors and Trustees. The Clerk is directly responsible to the Chair of Governors and will work closely with other members of the senior team at the School.

This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organised professional to play a pivotal role at the heart of the School’s leadership. The role would suit someone with legal or para-legal experience. As the Clerk to Governors, you will be a trusted partner ensuring the seamless operation of the Governing body. You can read the full job description here.

How to Apply:  Please read our Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy & Procedure, download and complete an application form, and send a covering letter to [email protected] explaining why you feel you are suitable for the role.

In the case of any queries, please contact: Frances Peel Yates, HR Manager on 020 7266 6998.

Arnold House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The role will include regulated activity and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Arnold House will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates. This check will be undertaken based on the requirements set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. The check will help us to ensure safe and robust checks on the suitability of individuals to work within our School.

Vacancy: Clerk/Minute Taker to accurately record the proceedings of our governing body meetings

Location: Reigate 

Description: We are looking for a meticulous and organised Clerk/Minute Taker to accurately record the proceedings of our governing body meetings, ensuring that key discussions, decisions, and actions are captured clearly and concisely. This role is crucial for maintaining a clear and professional record of all meetings and supporting the smooth operation of the school’s governance and its administration. .

Duties

• Prepare agendas for various meetings, including full board and committee meetings as directed by the COO.
• Support the COO in maintaining all board and committee records in relation to the meetings held.
• Upload the agenda and supporting documents to the appropriate Teams area in advance of each meeting.
• Attend meetings, listen attentively, and take accurate notes.
• Transcribe and prepare accurate, clear, and concise meeting minutes and action logs from the notes taken.
• Review actions in advance of each meeting in order to provide an update of completed and carried forward items.

Skills

• Proven experience as a minute taker or clerk in a professional setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong command of the English language with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in using Teams, Word and Excel, etc.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with tact and professionalism.
• Flexibility to work the hours required to meet the needs of the role.

This job description contains an outline of the typical functions of the job and is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all responsibilities tasks and duties. The jobholder’s actual responsibilities, tasks and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties commensurate with this level of responsibility may be either permanently or temporarily assigned as part of the job.

This job description is subject to review in line with the developing needs of the school.

How to Apply: Follow this link to complete our application form Support Staff Application Form  – Fill in form