Clerk to Council (with opportunity for Data Protection Officer)

Clerk to Council

We are seeking to appoint a Clerk to provide advice to the Chair and Council to ensure corporate compliance and effective governance.

Role Overview

At Roedean, we provide a world‑class education for girls aged 11‑18. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, educated to degree level and have legal or company secretarial qualifications or experience. There is also the opportunity for the post holder to act as the Data Protection Officer, providing support, advice and assurance of compliance across all areas of data protection and GDPR.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide advice to the Chair and Council on corporate compliance and governance matters.
• Act as the Data Protection Officer and support GDPR compliance.
• Assist with corporate governance processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree level education.
• Legal or company secretarial qualifications or relevant experience.
• Highly motivated.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Roedean is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Closing date: 21 May 2026. Due to the need to appoint quickly we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time.

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