Clerk to Governors – Oak Tree Primary School- Burgess Hill

At Oak Tree Primary School, our Clerk to the Local Committee plays a crucial role in supporting
strong, transparent and effective governance. By ensuring meetings are well‑organised, accurately
recorded and fully compliant with statutory and Trust requirements, you help create the
conditions in which the school can thrive. You will work closely with the Chair of Governors, leaders
and committee members, providing clear information, reliable guidance and high‑quality
administrative support. In this role, you will uphold our values of professionalism, integrity and
high expectations, safeguarding sensitive information and contributing to a well‑run,
well‑informed governance structure. As a valued member of our wider team, you will make a
meaningful contribution to school improvement and continually develop your skills to ensure the
highest standards of governance practice.

Hours – 20 Annualised hours per year – additional hours may be required

Salary – £25,583 pro rata

Closing date- 10th April 5pm

Link to apply – https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-DMAT-0027

Link to information pack – http://dmat.education/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Clerk-to-Governors-Application-Pack.pdf

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