Clerks’ corner

The post of Clerk to the Governors is Grade 6 with a salary range between points 15 - 20.

Some governing boards may wish clerks to undertake additional work. If this is the case, the job description and salary should be amended as appropriate.

You should keep a record of the hours you work. If this exceeds the hours approved in your job description you are entitled to appropriate remuneration.

Example job description - Clerk to the GovernorsOpens new window

Although it is not compulsory, a governing board can choose to pay allowances to governors.

All governing boards should consider adopting a formal Allowances Policy.

Model Policy for Governors' Allowances

This can only be offered for legitimate expenses e.g.

• Childcare expenses
• Care arrangements for elderly or dependent relative
• Support for governors with special needs (e.g. audio equipment)
• Support for governors whose first language is not English (e.g. translations)
• Telephone charges, photocopying, stationary etc.
• Travel and subsistence (i.e. reimbursement for meals purchased that would not have usually been bought).

Governor Expenses Claim FormOpens new window

Additional information regarding this can be found on the DfE website