Co-Curricular Coordinator

Downe House School; Longlane; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

On-site gym access

Free meals

On-site parking

Staff social events

Induction programme

Beautiful working environment

Job summary

Downe House is a leading independent girls’ boarding school near Thatcham, Berkshire. The Co-Curricular Coordinator will manage administration and communication of the school’s co-curricular programmes, working with senior staff to safeguard pupils and promote well-being.

Strong IT skills and excellent organisation are essential. You will liaise with staff, pupils and parents to ensure clubs and events are well-planned, safe, and engaging, while supporting the broader needs of the school in a

Qualifications

• Excellent IT skills and the ability to organise and prioritise tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Strong relationship-building with staff, pupils, and external providers.
• Ability to communicate clearly to staff, pupils and parents.

Responsibilities

• Administer and communicate the School's Co-Curricular programmes to complement the academic curriculum.
• Support the development of pupils' skills, interests and well-being.
• Ensure clubs and events are planned safely, compliant with safeguarding requirements, and communicated to staff, girls and parents.

Skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication with staff/parents

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Co-Curricular Coordinator at Downe House

Job Reference: EDV/2026/DH/18647

Job Category: Professional & Support | Other Support

Location: Cold Ash, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 9JJ

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £21,647.00 - £21,892.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Weeks Per Year: 38

Closing Date: Midnight, Sun 22nd Nov, 2026

Start Date: January

Positions Available: 1

About this Role

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.

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.

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