Governance Clerk
St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Salary: Above-market sessional rate of £25–£30 per hour, or NJC SCP 5–12 pro rata for a contracted role
Hours: Approximately 15–20 hours per week averaged across the year, with some weeks busier depending on the meeting cycle. Typically 2–3 evening meetings per month.
Contract: Permanent, part-time (sessional arrangements also considered)
Reporting to: Head of Governance
Location: Trust schools across the North West
Start Date: As soon as possible
Shape the Future of a Growing Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Are you a highly organised professional looking for a flexible role that makes a real difference to children's education?
St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is seeking dedicated and reliable Governance Clerks to support our Local Governing Bodies across a growing family of Catholic schools.
This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in supporting effective school governance. Working closely with governors, school leaders and the Trust Governance Team, you will help ensure governing bodies operate efficiently, effectively and in line with statutory requirements.
Whether you already have governance experience or are looking for a new challenge, we will provide full training and fund your professional clerking qualification.
About St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust
SJCMAT is a growing family of Catholic schools serving communities across the North West. Inspired by our mission to provide the highest quality Catholic education, we are committed to ensuring that every child flourishes academically, spiritually and personally.
Strong governance is central to the success of our schools. Governance Clerks play a vital role in supporting governors and school leaders, helping to ensure robust decision-making and effective accountability across our Trust.
Why this role stands out
Flexible Working That Fits Around Your Life
This part-time opportunity offers flexibility around other professional or personal commitments, with most work centred around governing body meeting cycles.
Full Training and Professional Development
No previous governance experience is required. We will provide training, ongoing support and funding for the NGA Clerking Qualification.
A Meaningful Role
Play a key role in supporting school governance and helping ensure children receive the very best educational opportunities.
A Mission Worth Serving
Join a Catholic Trust rooted in faith, service and community, where your contribution will directly support the leadership and success of our schools.
What you will lead
The successful candidate will provide professional support for:
- Preparing and circulating meeting agendas and associated papers
- Attending and clerking Local Governing Body meetings
- Producing accurate minutes and maintaining action records
- Providing procedural and constitutional guidance during meetings
- Maintaining governance records, registers and statutory documentation
- Supporting governance compliance and website information requirements
- Clerking admissions, exclusions, complaints and other governance panels where required
- Maintaining governance records on GovernorHub and other governance systems
- Supporting governors and school leaders with governance administration
- Developing knowledge and expertise through ongoing governance training
We are looking for someone who:
- Is organised, reliable and able to manage deadlines effectively
- Has strong written communication and note-taking skills
- Can produce accurate records and minutes
- Is confident communicating with a range of stakeholders
- Is IT literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office, email and online meeting platforms
- Can work independently while being part of a wider team
- Has a professional and confidential approach to their work
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding, integrity and excellence
What we offer
- Funded NGA Clerking Qualification and ongoing professional development
- Above-market rates of pay that recognise the importance of the role
- Flexible working arrangements
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership for contracted roles
- Reimbursement of eligible travel expenses
- A supportive and welcoming Trust culture
- Full training and ongoing support from an experienced Governance Team
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to children's education and school leadership
Informal and Confidential Discussion
We recognise that opportunities such as this often prompt questions about the role, the Trust and the support available.
For an informal and confidential discussion about the position, please contact:
Khalil Mohammed
Chief Financial and Strategy Officer
✉️ KMohammed@sjcmat.co.uk
📞 0151 332 6717
Khalil would be delighted to discuss the role, the support and development available, and how you could contribute to governance across SJCMAT.