Clerk to Governors / Senior Clerk to Governors

Job introduction

Mile Oak Primary School is situated on a large site in Portslade with 436 pupils on roll, this includes Little Oaks Nursery. We are recognised by OFSTED and the Local Authority as a good school in all areas.
Mile Oak Primary School is a place where children think big with no limits placed on their potential. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that all pupils experience success and are valued as individuals.

We are a school committed to celebrating our whole community and, with the highest expectations, work to inspire and support every child. Our children learn and achieve through inspirational teaching in a calm, ambitious environment supported by outdoor learning in our extensive school grounds. Every child is nurtured to gain the creativity, responsibility and full breadth of skills required to take an active and fulfilling role in society.

We recognise the significance of a holistic education for our pupils and this is what we deliver through our highly skilled and exceptionally committed staff team. Our curriculum is rich and inspiring as well as offering a broad range of experiences and opportunities.

Pupil and staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to develop the whole child academically, socially and emotionally, so that they are able to reach their full potential and in turn be able to make a positive contribution to the society they live in, both now and in the future.

Mile Oak provides an exceptional education where belonging is fostered, nurtured and celebrated.

About the role

Criteria - Qualifications/Experience/Skills & Abilities/Equalities:

We are looking for a clerk who will provide high level advice, support and administrative assistance to our Governing Board. This involves arranging meetings, taking minutes, keeping records and advising the Governing Board on local and national developments that will impact on their work.

You must have experience of minute-taking, good ICT and communication skills and be able to work with minimal supervision. Training for clerks is provided by the Local Authority, as well as opportunities to network with other clerks.

We are ideally looking for an experienced professional who can be employed at the Senior Clerk level. However, we are also able to provide development opportunities for those who wish to work towards this level, so can offer the role at Scale 4a in the first instance. The Local Authority offers induction, training and continuous support for clerks, and you would be expected to complete relevant training before moving to the next level.

Flexibility in terms of working hours is required, Governor meetings are held, in person, afterschool at Mile Oak Primary School. There are approximately 13 scheduled Governor meetings in the academic year. Senior Clerks are also required to clerk working groups and panels periodically, for which you will be paid extra hours.

Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025 at 5.00pm

Shortlisting: Monday 20th October 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 23rd October 2025

Our Website and social media pages provide a wealth of information about the school.

If you wish to speak to the school regarding this vacancy, please contact the school office on 01273 077114 in the first instance.

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: andreahammond@mileoak.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Mile Oak Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging inequality and stereotype.

Brighton and Hove City Council does not accept CVs or resumes.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.