The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
2.5 days per week, 36 weeks per yewar
The King’s School, Canterbury is seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional Clerk to the Governors to provide independent governance support to the Governing Body of one of the country's leading independent schools.
Reporting directly to the Chair of Governors, the Clerk plays a pivotal role in ensuring that governance arrangements are effective, compliant and well supported. Acting as the first point of contact for governance matters, the successful candidate will coordinate governance processes, advise on procedures and best practice, support Governor recruitment and induction, maintain governance records and ensure the smooth administration of the Governing Body and its committees.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong organisational, administrative and communication skills, who is able to exercise discretion, sound judgement and attention to detail. Experience of governance, company secretarial work, compliance or the education sector would be advantageous, although applications are welcomed from candidates with transferable skills and a genuine interest in governance.
The successful candidate will work closely with Governors, senior leaders and external advisers, contributing to the continued success and strategic direction of The King's School.
Current Job Vacancies • The King's School, Canterbury
Closing date for receipt of applications: 11 June 2026.
The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
