Downe House School - Co-Curricular Coordinator

Summary

This successful candidate will support the delivery of a broad and engaging co-curricular programme, promoting student development and school engagement. As well as assist with the organisation, administration and safe delivery of activities and educational visits, including risk assessments and liaison with staff, transport providers and external partners.

Detail

Co-Curricular Coordinator

Full time: 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: £21,647 - £ £21,892 (actual salary for 38 weeks plus holiday pay)

Downe House is a leading independent boarding school for girls aged 11-18, based in the village of Cold Ash near Thatcham. Our aim is to provide pupils with a wealth of academic, pastoral, and co-curricular opportunities to allow them to grow into confident young women prepared to take on the world.

We are looking for an organised and proactive team player to join our CCA Team.

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the administration and communication of the School's Co-Curricular programmes to complement the academic curriculum, supporting the development of pupils' skills, interests, and well-being. You will work closely with the Head and Deputy Head of CCA, academic and pastoral staff to ensure that clubs, events and activities are safely and accurately planned, and compliant with safeguarding requirements, and professionally communicated to staff, girls and parents.

The ideal candidate will have excellent IT skills and the ability to organise and prioritise tasks with strong attention to detail. You will be confident in building positive relationships with staff, students, and external providers, and demonstrate a flexible approach to supporting the wider needs of the School.

Benefits include:

• Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions at 9%

• Free access to a modern on-site gym, sports facilities, and swimming pool

• Delicious free meals and on-site parking

• Regular social events for staff

• Supportive induction programme

• A beautiful working environment in a semi-rural location

How to Apply

For further details and to submit an application please visit our website here: Working for Us - Downe House School

Completed applications should be submitted by midnight on Sunday 22th November. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date. The interview process will involve an initial Teams screening call followed by an on-site interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Own transport is essential as the school is in a rural location with no public transport links.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.

For further details you can contact the HR Department on 01635 204712 or email recruitment@downehouse.net

Documents

• CO-CURRICULAR COORDINATOR CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK PDF Document