Clerk to Governing Body (Wickham Common Primary School)
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust, Orpington, BR5 1EL41 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
2 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
22 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £30,463.00 - £32,858.00 Annually (FTE) Bromley Localised Pay Grade BR7 SP 22-25 Hourly Rate
Clerk to Governing Body (Wickham Common Primary School) job summary
Hours & Pay
Part-time, 2 hours per week; term time only 38 weeks per year
Hourly Rate from £16.23
About the Role
As Clerk to LGB for Wickham Common Primary School you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of meetings, maintaining accurate records, and advising on legal and procedural matters. This is a term-time-only role that offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the strategic direction of the school.
Key Responsibilities:
- To liaise with the Chair of Governors and Headteacher to set agendas for six meetings per year.
- To circulate documentation prior to each meeting.
- To attend six LGB meetings per academic year - approx. 2 hours in duration.
- To produce accurate, concise and timely minutes.
- To support the board with ad hoc meetings.
- To provide advice on governance, procedural and constitutional matters.
- Display a high standard of verbal and written communication.
- Be capable of minuting discussions effectively, accurately and appropriately and be mindful of the sensitive nature of some discussions.
- Be organised, flexible and able to work well under pressure.
- Be competent in the use of ICT.
About the Trust
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values‑driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.
Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of being respectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non‑discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.
Safeguarding and Employment Checks
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.
What We Can Offer You
We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:
- Support from the Trust’s Governance team who will advise on all governance, procedural and constitutional matters.
- A friendly and supportive team.
- Training and development based on individual needs
We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what’s right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Mosaic Schools Learning Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
We are ten strongly performing schools based in Bromley and Kent. We work collaboratively to achieve the highest educational outcomes for our children.
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