Clerk to the Board

Are you highly organised, discreet, and passionate about good governance? Do you enjoy working independently, thrive on attention to detail, and want to play a vital role in supporting leadership and accountability? 

We are looking for a committed and proactive Clerk to the Board to provide high-quality governance and administrative support to the Board of Directors and its committees. This is a key role in ensuring the effective operation of our governance processes and maintaining statutory compliance. 

Working closely with senior leaders and Board members, you will coordinate meetings, prepare and distribute documents, record accurate minutes (supported by AI transcription tools), and maintain essential governance records. You will play a vital role in supporting our quality assurance cycle and will be at the heart of how we ensure transparency, accountability, and impact. 

What you will be doing: 

• Organising, attending and supporting all Board and committee meetings (approx. 30 annually, mostly remote during weekday evenings, with circa 7 on-site meetings). 
• Drafting accurate and reflective minutes using AI tools (where applicable), and tracking actions to completion. 
• Maintaining statutory governance records and ensuring compliance with company and education frameworks. 
• Ensuring governance documents are accessible, accurate and well-maintained. 
• Liaising regularly with the Chair of the Board, Committee Chairs, and senior leaders. 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has proven experience in a governance, senior administration or compliance-focused role (ideally within education or regulated sectors). 
• Excellent organisational and written communication skills. 
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 (Word, Teams, Excel) and digital tools to manage records and meeting materials. 
• A flexible, calm and professional approach, with the ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality. 
• A strong sense of integrity, attention to detail and commitment to excellence. 
• Can prioritise workload and meet deadlines. 

Salary range is £11,087- £11,653 (actual including annual leave entitlement) depending on experience.  FTE £31,067 and £32,654 

Part time hours: 2-3 days per week (15 hours) during school terms (39 weeks). We can offer flexibility around the 15 hours, provided that 15 hours are worked each week. This flexibility should also take into account attendance at regular board meetings. In addition, time off in lieu (TOIL) may be taken where appropriate, by prior agreement with your line manager. 

Attendance at evening (remote) meetings is essential.  

Please review the job description and person specification for further information about the role. If you're ready to make a difference in a rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.  

About the Dorset Centre of Excellence:  

The Dorset Centre of Excellence is located just outside Shaftesbury and set in 55 acres of beautiful countryside. Coombe House School supports children and young people with social communication, emotional and learning needs, all of whom have an EHCP. 

What we offer: 

• A workplace set in beautiful surroundings (remote working is standard practice for this role, however, there will be office space available on site should you wish).  
• Competitive salary and benefits.  
• Free, confidential employee assistance programme.  
• Enhanced NEST Pension Scheme (10% employers' contribution).  
• Continuous professional development and training  
• Use of leisure facilities (gym and swimming pool), at specified times.   
• Death in Service (3 x salary).  
• Health Care Plan after probation period with reimbursement for dental, optical, prescription, and therapies 
• Supportive leadership team and multidisciplinary colleagues. 
• Wellbeing support, including qualified Mental Health First Aiders. 

This post involves working with children or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

Closing date for applications:  Monday 11 August 2025 

Interviews: Tuesday 26 August 2025 

Please contact Claire Taylor, Assistant HR Manager on 01747 449858 for any queries, or email hr@coombehouse.org..uk  

We are committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works in our school (and visitors to our school) to share this commitment. We take all safeguarding and welfare concerns seriously and encourage our pupils to talk to us about any worries they may have. We will always act in the best interests of the child. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS.