For September 2026 Gordon's School is seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive Governance Clerk to support our Governing Body and Trustee Committee. This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual with excellent administrative, communication and governance skills to play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of school governance.
As Governance Clerk, you will provide expert advice and guidance on governance, constitutional and procedural matters, helping Governors and Trustees fulfil their responsibilities and maintain the highest standards of governance.
We are looking for someone with experience of working with a board, committee, senior leadership team or governance structure with a strong understanding of effective governance practices. You will also have excellent organisational skills and able to work independently and maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
The hours are approximately 15 hours per week term time plus two weeks and includes some evenings and weekends.
Please see attached job description for full details of the role.
Closing Date: Monday 20th July 2026
Set in a beautiful 50-acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Recognised by HM Chief Inspector of Schools as one of England’s finest non-selective schools, Gordon’s has circa 980 students including 270 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form. In 2025, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9-4, including English and mathematics, was 91%. The A*-C pass rate at A-Level was 87%, with 70% of the grades A*-B. These results rank Gordon's amongst the top non-selective schools in England for progress and attainment
Massively over-subscribed, Gordon’s size ensures that every student is well-known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self-discipline and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care.
“This is an exceptionally good school.” OFSTED
Gordon’s School is a Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment – applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check.
Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, therefore, interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline.
