Please view the latest opportunities available in the football industry below.
Apply by: 6 May 2021
Wolves
JOB TITLE: Health Activator
DEPARTMENT: Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation
REPORTS TO: Health & Wellbeing Manager
LOCATION: Molineux Stadium and working across the City of Wolverhampton
HOURS: 37.5 hours a week
FIXED TERM POSITION: End date – 31st August 2022
INTERVIEW DATE: Week commencing 10th May
Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation is the official charity of Wolves FC. The Foundation
delivers creative, innovative and diverse engagement initiatives using the power of Wolves to
motivate, educate and inspire people in communities to improve life chances.
The vision - for children, young people and adults within our community to be healthy, active,
confident and able to determine and achieve their own aspirations.
The mission - to enhance people’s lives by using the unique strength of Wolverhampton
Wanderers Football Club to engage, enable and empower people.
The commitment of Wolves FC and its community charity has grown year on year since 1991.
The forthcoming season in the Premier League is set to be huge for the football club and the
Foundation, with greater investment through strengthened partnerships and new funding, the
campaign will be the biggest in the charity’s history.
Wolves Values – what we stand for;
Progressive - Ambitious. Creative. Innovative.
Determined - Ownership. Decisiveness. Consistent.
Bright - Inspiring. Engaging. Intelligent.
Unity - Connected. Family. Togetherness.
Humble - Considered. Considerate. Respectful.
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Job purpose
To support the administration, implementation and delivery of projects run by the Foundation’s
Health department. This will involve administrative duties, creation of resources and assisting with
the organisation and delivery of sessions on a variety of projects including; Head 4 Health (men’s
mental health programme), Healthy Goals (pre-school healthy growth programme), Molineux
Memories (dementia reminiscence programme), X-PERT Diabetes, Nordic Walking, Walking Football
and Wolves Elders.
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Key responsibilities
• To have a clear understanding of the Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundations core values and objectives.
• To support the Health department with project implementation, including planning of activities and creation of resources.
• To lead and assist on the delivery of health-related activities, considering the needs of the members of each group.
• To provide administration support to the Health department.
• To collect qualitative and quantitative data to demonstrate outcomes for project reporting.
• To establish new relationships and maintain existing relationships with key partners and participants across all health projects.
• Assist the Health & Wellbeing Manager & Health department with any other related projects where necessary.
General responsibilities
• Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation Policies.
• Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation health & safety procedures.
• Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation safeguarding policies.
• To maintain professional conduct at all times.
• To undertake other duties as may be reasonably expected.
Safeguarding
• This role involves working with children and/ or adults at risk in a Regulated Activity (or in
close proximity to children and/or adults at risk). This means the post holder is required to
apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable
people.
Key Relationships
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation Health & Wellbeing Manager.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation Health Officers.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation Senior Managers.
• Local partner organisations & key stakeholders
Apply by: 6 May 2021
Wolves
Apply by: 13 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Head of Academy Data
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre
Salary: Competitive
Expires: 13/05/2021 23:59
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date: 13/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
ACADEMY MANAGEMENT TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES
ANALYST / DATA RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Essential Skills and Abilities:
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Special Conditions
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 13 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 6 May 2021
Burnley Football Club
Job vacancy: Global Partnerships Associate
Remuneration + benefits:
· £18,000 - £22,000 plus bonus scheme
· 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
· Long service holidays
· Free office parking
· Subsidised gym membership
Contract type: 35 hours per week, usually Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm but flexible to suit the needs of the role. You will also be required to work ad hoc match days.
Location: Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX
Closing date: Thursday 6th May at 9:00am
Interview date: Week commencing 10th May 2021
Who are we?
Burnley Football Club is an established Premier League Club with a rich history.
Proud founder members of the Football League, Burnley Football Club began life as a rugby club. However, 'Burnley Rovers' soon switched codes and became Burnley Football Club in 1882. We moved to our Turf Moor home shortly afterwards, at the invitation of the town's cricket club, which is still uniquely situated next to the stadium.
FA Cup campaigns gave way to organised football in 1888 with the foundation of the Football League - and since then Burnley have claimed every major honour, with the exception of the League Cup.
Burnley Football Club is a special football club located in the heart of the town and its community, we believe that Burnley is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you.
The role
We are looking to expand our Partnerships Team and an exciting brand-new opportunity awaits an enthusiastic and tenacious Global Partnerships Associate to join the team. This is fantastic time to join the Club with the introduction of our new global partnership opportunities.
This is an ambitious and exciting new role where the successful candidate will take ‘Brand Burnley’ out into the global community.
Reporting to the Head of Global Partnerships will be expected to:
· Drive revenue for Burnley Football Club across key global brand categories.
· Maintain a healthy partnership sales pipeline.
· Work alongside the Head of Global Partnerships to support the wider team to drive commercial opportunities across all brand sectors.
· Keep team administration documents up to date.
· Research partnership trends.
· Work with agencies appointed by Burnley Football Club to report on partnership measurement and evaluation.
· Assist with partnership management as and when required.
· Work with all key stakeholders internally to sign off partnership rights and activation plans ahead of acquisition.
· Manage and develop partnership proposals in line with the Club’s international development plan.
· Assist with hosting and activating partners on match day.
· Understand P&L.
· Be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role of the job requires.
· Work towards agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
· Comply with all Club policies.
· Promote the Burnley FC brand and ethos in a professional, strong and positive manner.
· Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.
· Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.
· This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties and is not exhaustive. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description.
An ideal candidate will have;
· A degree-level education.
· Understanding of brands and how partnerships work.
· Excellent English language skills (verbal and written).
· Proficiency in Powerpoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
· Proven understanding of sports business (desirable).
· 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role (desirable).
· Experience of working towards and exceeding sales targets.
· Strong interpersonal skills.
· High attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple tasks.
· Confident and dynamic personality.
· A friendly, positive ‘can do’ and courteous attitude.
Applicants will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work ad hoc evenings, weekends and match days as required.
Please apply by sending a completed application form to HR@burnleyfc.com. You can find our application form on the Burnley FC website. Please include examples of work in your application. Burnley FC no longer accept CV’s.
https://www.burnleyfootballclub.com/more/more-club/vacancies
IF YOU REQUIRE THE APPLICATION FORM IN AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT THEN PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT ON EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING:
ADDRESS: BURNLEY FOOTBALL CLUB, TURF MOOR, HARRY POTTS WAY, BURNLEY, LANCASHIRE BB10 4BX.
TELEPHONE: 01282 446800
EMAIL: HR@burnleyfc.com
Apply by: 6 May 2021
Burnley Football Club
Apply by: 19 April 2021
West Ham United
Vacancy Name: Foundation Health Manager
Salary: Circa £40,000
Employment Type: Full-Time Fixed Term
Applications Close Date: 19 Apr 2021
Club Location: Foundation Beckton
Description
We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment and have been accredited with being a Disability Confident Leader. We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities.
West Ham United FC is committed to equality and safeguarding children and ‘adults at risk’. Positions that involve working with such groups are subject to safer recruitment protocols, including DBS Disclosure at enhanced level.
West Ham United staff enjoy generous benefits, including a contributory scheme, 25 days’ leave and life assurance. You can also take advantage of childcare vouchers, interest-free season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme and our employee wellbeing programme.
We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our creativity and delivers the best commercial performance. We are, therefore seeking applications from high quality people, whose backgrounds, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our company.
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of our staff.
Job summary
The Health Manager will be responsible for the effective delivery of the Foundation’s current health programmes; 150Club Newham Community Prescription, Any Old Irons and Active United Walking Football programmes, encouraging residents to become more active, improving mental wellbeing and tackling loneliness and social isolation.
The Health Manager will also develop new community health programmes in line with local health priorities and Health Department objectives as well as supporting West Ham United Foundation to become a strategic partner in Integrated Care Systems in East London and Essex.
Based within the Community department, the post will be line managed by the Head of Community.
Key Responsibilities
• Building and managing partnerships with NHS, Local Authorities and voluntary and community sector organisations
• Developing health and social care programmes, which are aligned with local health priorities
• Ensuring that West Ham United Foundation is acknowledged as one of the key players in health
• Supporting Club and Foundation Communications to promote our work in our community
• To develop and motivate the delivery team to provide an exceptional offer for our residents that is safe and impactful
• To understand and adhere to Foundation policies and procedures with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety, and equality and diversity, to ensure all activities are accessible
• To ensure that programme targets are met, for example participation, retention and outcomes targets for funded project
• To manage budgets as required
• To ensure the offer is well communicated to participants
• To demonstrate commitment to the process of feedback and review of all health and community work delivery, embedding systems and procedures to measure performance in order to demonstrate and ensure continuous improvement of delivery
• To network at a senior level with key partners, stakeholders and supporters, in order to maintain relationships at the highest level to secure significant support
• To manage and develop staff and volunteers, including the provision of supervision
• To complete all Risk Assessment procedures and protocols in line with Foundation policies, including COVID-19 guidelines.
• To contribute to the wider development of the WHU Foundation and Community department.
• To undertake professional development by participating in staff development (CPD) and training activities.
• Any other duties as reasonably requested by the line manager and/or organisation.
Equal Opportunities
1. To ensure that all departments are provided within an anti-discriminatory framework and take account of such issues as race, gender, sexuality, disability, religion, sexual orientation and age.
2. To carry out work in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity for both staff and clients.
Safeguarding:
1. Staff must evidence a commitment to the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk regardless of their age, gender, language, religion, ethnic background or sexual identity and ensure the safety and protection of all children, young people and adults at risk taking part in any activity arranged by or in the name of the Club.
2. It is a requirement for staff to follow the Club’s Safeguarding reporting procedures to report without delay, allegations of abuse, poor practice or which is or may, impact on the welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk. After contacting and taking guidance from the Safeguarding Team, staff must use the Club’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS ) to record the concern within 24 hours unless directed to do otherwise.
Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: - Essential (E) Desirable (D)
Education/Qualifications/Experience:
Degree in Health Promotion/Public Health/Health and Social Care or equivalent (E)
Project management (E)
Line managing staff and volunteers (E)
12 months’ experience of working at a management level (E)
Planning and evaluating Community Work delivery (E)
Emergency First Aid Certificate and Safeguarding Awareness Training (E)
Writing funding applications (D)
Developing and managing steering groups (E)
Mental health awareness accreditation. (D)
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and manage relationships with stakeholders (E)
Awareness of national and local Health & Social Care policies and local health priorities and understanding the role of voluntary and community sector in the current landscape (E)
Able to create an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture (E)
An understanding of the issues and barriers to adopting healthy behaviours within the Foundation delivery area (E)
ICT Literate (E)
Must be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, which are culturally competent (E)
Able to work within a diverse community and draw on individual strengths to promote health in our community (E)
Good organisational skills, able to prioritise and work within deadlines (E)
Flexible working in accordance with the requirements of the service which will include working evenings and weekends where applicable (E)
Able to monitor and evaluate programme impact (E)
Strong commitment to a high quality of service delivery (E)
An understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding and health and safety in a youth and community work setting (E)
A commitment to supporting others, and the principles of equality and diversity (E)
Apply by: 19 April 2021
West Ham United
Apply by: 28 April 2021
Manchester United
Job Title: Relationship Director
Closing date: 28-04-2021
Purpose
We are now recruiting for a Relationship Director role within our award-winning Partnerships team and in line with our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code we are actively encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Manchester United is one of the founding signatories of the code and has set out its own additional targets to increase diversity within its D+I strategy. We value diversity in our workforce and this role involves working with colleagues and partners from all backgrounds. We want to ensure that our Relationship Director can empathise with the people with whom this role engages. If you feel you’re ready to take on this challenge and share our commitment to promoting an inclusive working environment, we would love to hear from you.
Our high-performing Partnerships team design, develop and implement partnership strategies and campaigns to help grow our partners’ businesses while driving the club’s commercial strategy. We sustain strong relationships with some of the world’s leading and most exciting challenger brands and consistently deliver measurable business value for the partner.
This role will lead global partner relationships with a focus on strategic, well-defined goals to ensure measurable success and long-term, mutually valuable partnerships.
The Role
· Overall accountability for maintaining the relationship with key global partners, focusing on strategy, rights optimisation, innovation, and operational excellence.
· Provide strategic insight into your partner’s business goals, results and markets, sharing this information with your team and at an executive level.
· Work with teams across the club to develop and deliver innovative ideas and concepts.
· Provide expertise across the partnership and brand marketing landscape.
· Becoming a Manchester United ‘expert’, you will build and share your knowledge of our brand, marketing channels and fan base, becoming the first port of call for both internal and external stakeholders.
· Responsible for talent optimisation within your team, promoting and implementing best practice at all levels.
The Person
· Proven experience (10+ years) of being responsible for multiple client/partner relationships
· Strategic account management capability
· Experience of brand marketing and media industries
· Experience of defining and managing digital transformation and data-focused marketing within a large organisation.
· A strong appetite for working with multiple, multinational brands with experience of international markets and working cultures.
· Experience of working in fast-moving environments and a track record of delivering against high standards.
· Comprehensive stakeholder management skills and demonstrative experience of influencing at varying levels.
· Extensive reporting capability with the ability to use data to influence and drive judgment making.
· Self-motivated and positive with a genuine passion for making things happen.
· Agile with a desire to learn continuously, adapt and evolve in a constantly shifting environment.
· Ability to lead and inspire a team creating a future-forward culture of inclusion, collaboration, and excellence.
· Excellent presentation and communication skills
· Aware of and able to manage risk.
MUFC Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer and recognises the importance of safeguarding children and adults at risk in our workplace.
It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.
MUFC positively welcomes and seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application and perform at your best, please do not hesitate to contact talent@manutd.co.uk to make a request; we are here to help.
Apply by: 28 April 2021
Manchester United
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Wolves
JOB TITLE: Health Protection Clinical Practitioner
DEPARTMENT: Academy / First Team Medical
REPORTS TO: Club Doctor
LOCATION: Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground, Compton Park
HOURS: 37.5 – Flexibility will be required as hours will be variable to cover the post specific requirements as detailed below
DATE: April 2021
We are Wolves; progressive, determined, bright, unified and humble. A pack that is hungry for
success. Wolves is one of the fastest growing professional football clubs in the UK, and also boasts
one of the richest histories in the beautiful game.
Formed in 1877, Wolves was a founder member of the Football League, and was one of the
country’s most successful sides in the fifties and sixties. During a two decade spell the Black
Country’s most decorated side won three First Division titles and one of its four FA Cups.
Fast forward to 2021, three seasons at Molineux saw Wolves clinch the Sky Bet Championship
trophy with 99 points, followed by a seventh-place finish in the Premier League, which included
memorable wins over Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Arsenal. The next
season saw the team complete a memorable double over the reigning champions, equal the
previous season’s seventh place finish and reach the quarter finals of the Europa League all asp part
of the ‘longest season’ in league history, either starting before or finishing after all other teams.
But this post is about what we will do, not what we have done and this season, interrupted by Covid19 has shown the need for a more structured approach to Health Protection and Occupational
Health in the Football Department and across the Club
We take seriously our commitment to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk and to
ensuring that Wolves is free from discrimination and harassment.
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Job purpose
The Health Protection Clinical Practitioner will work as part of the medical team and wider multidisciplinary team with the initial purpose of overseeing and co-ordinating all COVID-19 related issues
at the Club.
Away from COVID-19, the role will also cover further clinical responsibilities across the First team
and Academy and support Occupational Health initiatives elsewhere in the Club.
The successful candidate will have a strong clinical background with experience in health care in an
occupational setting.
Apart from Covid-19 responsibilities across the club it is envisaged that the role will also include such
areas as Infection Control, Wellbeing and Mental Health, Immunisations, Travel Health, Sexual
Health, and players’ long-term health which may involve links with outside agencies such as the
Professional Footballers’ Association and Universities. Work towards recognised accreditation in
service standards such as SEQOHS.
The club’s medical department consists of three experienced sports medicine doctors (two full time);
a number of physiotherapists, soft tissue therapists and sport scientists, attached to each age group;
specialist nutritionist and sport psychology advice; and external providers for dentistry, orthotics,
chiropody and orthoptics. The successful candidate would become part of this team and also provide
OH advice and support within other departments
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Key responsibilities
COVID19
• To be an integral member of Wolves COVID-19 Committee
• Enhance adherence to Club COVID-19 protocols
• Communication link between the Premier League Compliance and Wolves medical including acting on feedback received
• Overseeing COVID-19 screening for professional and academy players and staff including chasing up and advising on results
• COVID-19 PCR testing using Club Analyser (there will be inhouse training for this equipment)
• Providing advice to suspected cases of COVID-19
• Communication with those isolated with confirmed COVID-19 or as contacts
• Co-ordinating support services and equipment for those with COVID-19
• Return to work/ play testing for all positive cases, including when appropriate phlebotomy, processing of bloods, electrocardiograph and liaising with specialists
• Maintaining up to date record of Club staff COVID-19 test results, immunity and vaccination status
Clinical
• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the prevention and management of illness
• To prepare and provide education if necessary, to First team staff, Academy staff, players and their parents on relevant matters (such as immunisation, nutrition and wellbeing) as requested by management
• When required, to prepare and provide sexual health advice and signposting to clinical services for First team and Academy players
• To advise and promote immunisations to staff, players and parents and to administer vaccinations as and when clinically indicated. (e.g. MMR, Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, etc)
• To communicate effectively with players, parents and external services (NHS or Private) to help ensure access to prompt and appropriate GP or specialist health care as needed, including GP/Dentist registration for new signings
• To work alongside the medical team to assist in the diagnosis and management of illness amongst players of all ages and to provide an excellent standard of medical care
• To attend medical appointments with players from Academy and First team, as and when required to do so
• To liaise with first aiders on matchdays to ensure medical cover is satisfactory
• To advise managers across the Club on occupational health and health & safety matters, helping to identify and prevent work-related health problems
• To be familiar with FA doping control practices and laws and the substances and methods that are prohibited in and out of competition, to assist in promoting FA produced educational materials for young players and their families
• To maintain professional standards including the keeping of paper and electronic medical records in accordance with professional standards
• To ensure safe provision of medical services in accordance with best practice and to ensure relevant qualifications and training are up to date, meeting NMC guidelines on mandatory training (e.g. attend annual immunisation update course)
• To manage a complex and varied workload, work well under pressure, be able to meet deadlines and deliver on priorities
• To liaise with the welfare group and sport psychologists to help deliver an appropriate level of care for the mental and emotional welfare of players of all ages
• To have an understanding of the FA and Premier League guidance and regulations in the following regulated/guided areas of medical practice:
- Cardiac Health and Screening
- Concussion Guidelines
- Blood borne viruses, testing and immunisation
- FIFA and Premier League guidance on training and playing in heat
- Mental and Emotional welfare programmes
- Safeguarding requirements
Professional requirements
• Compliance with Club policies
• Compliance with the Club’s health and safety procedures
• Compliance with the Club’s safeguarding policies
• To promote the Club’s values
• To work consistently to embed equality & diversity into the Club
• To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected
• To maintain professional conduct at all times
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Safeguarding
• This role involves working with children and/or adults at risk in a Regulated Activity (or in close
proximity to children and/or vulnerable adults). The post-holder is required to apply all relevant
policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.
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Key relationships
• Club / Academy Doctors
• Team Operations Manager 1st Team
• Team Operations Manager Academy
• Head of Academy Medicine
• Player Care Manager
• Players
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Wolves
Apply by: 30 April 2021
UCFB
National Coach Development Lead (Diversity & Inclusion) (HB0067)
Division: FA Education
Location: Home based
Closing Date: 30 April 2021
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our Organisation
Unite the Game and Inspire the Nation through Winning England Teams.
The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England. We are responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels; from grass roots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England International teams, and has two core assets: Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park.
To deliver against our goal we have reallocated resources and invested heavily in developing a team of exceptional people capable of creating winning England teams at our world-class training facilities at St George’s Park in Staffordshire.
This is a unique and exciting time to join The FA and the Technical Team will be integral to the organisation achieving its goals.
Role Description
Key Accountabilities
Leadership, Management and Strategic co-ordination
Stakeholder management and relationship building
What we are looking for
Essential
Knowledge
Experience
Technical Skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Experience
Interviews are scheduled to be held week commencing 10th May 2021
What we can offer you
The Football Association Group promotes inclusion and diversity, and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process please mention this in your covering letter.
Apply by: 30 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 29 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: Grounds Person (TG)
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Positions: 3
Salary: £21,500 - £24,000 per annum (DOE)
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 40 hours per week to be worked across 5 days per week to include some weekends
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 29th April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Women's Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
Are you looking to join one of the Souths leading Premier League football clubs? This is a great opportunity to join our hardworking grounds maintenance team, who have the huge responsibility of making sure the pitches at our elite training facility are at the highest possible standard, ready for our players to train.
What does the day to day look like?
This is a busy role! Your core hours will be 40 hours per week spread across five days to include some weekends, so we need you to be flexible. Your day to day duties will be varied (to keep you on your toes) and can vary between operating machinery and carrying out grounds maintenance works to the training pitches, stadium pitch and associated grounds ensuring the fulfilment of the work programmes.
What we need
Ideally the successful candidate will hold the following:
Have or working towards a Sports Turf Management qualification to a minimum level 2 certification
PA1, PA6 and PA2A certificates in Pesticide Usage or willing to receive this training
Qualified first aider and/or have received training in other first aid techniques
A member of the IGrounds Manager Association
Certificated in the driving and operation of agricultural motor vehicles
The successful candidate must also be willing to undertake a basic DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check).
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
What is in it for you?
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
Disability Confident
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.
Equality Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
Apply by: 29 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 23 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: Wellbeing Centre & Receptionist Supervisor
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Salary: Salary dependant on skills & experience
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 35 hours per week
Job Type: Fixed term ending in April 2023
Closing date: 23rd April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Women's Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
With the development of our new facilities at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing nearing completion we are looking to add to our existing operational teams to ensure the day to day service delivery remains to the highest of standards at all times. We are looking for an experienced supervisor to join our team to oversee the day to day operations of our new wellness centre and to supervise our reception teams covering the two main buildings on site.
What does the day to day look like?
As the Wellness Centre & Receptionist Supervisor, you will responsible for supervising the reception operations to ensure that they operate efficiently and provide exceptional levels of service to all that visit the wellness centre. You will manage the day to day operations of the wellness centre and ensure it is available and ready for use when required. You will liaise and work closely with other departments to ensure the operations are run smoothly - so communication is key when it comes to the role.
What we need
The successful applicant will have a background in supervisory roles within the leisure, sports and health industries, exceptional standards and the highest standards of service delivery. Communication is a key element of this role as the successful applicant will need to liaise with other departments within the Club to ensure the smooth running of the wellness centre and reception operations.
The successful candidate must also be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check).
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
What is in it for you?
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
Disability Confident
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.
Equality Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
Apply by: 23 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 23 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: Maintenance Technician - Pool Plant
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Salary: Salary dependant on skills & experience
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 35 hours per week
Job Type: Permanent
Closing date: 23rd April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Women's Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are nearing the completion of the latest development works at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing which will provide a wide range of additional facilities for all our teams from our academy teams right through to first team squad. We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled pool plant technician to join our team.
What does the day to day look like?
The successful individual will be responsible for all the day to day testing and maintenance works in relation to the various pool plant systems we have on site. You will also play a wider role supporting our overall maintenance operations on site. Part of the responsibility of the Pool Plant technician will be completing regular inspections of the facilities in line with legalisation, good practice and operating procedures.
What we need
To be considered for the role, you must hold a relevant pool plant qualification. Experience of pool plant operations and the knowledge of requirements associated with operating pool plant systems are essential for the role.
The successful candidate must also be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check).
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
Treat People Well
Exceed Expectations
Aim High. Never Give Up
Act with Integrity
Make it Special
What is in it for you?
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
Disability Confident
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.
Equality Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
Apply by: 23 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 2 May 2021
Job title: Partnership Sales Manager
Department: Partnerships
Hours of work: 35 hours per week, full time (includes some evenings and weekends)
Salary: £40,000 per annum - plus commission
Location: Villa Park
Closing Date: Sunday 2 May 2021
Interview Date: W/C 17 May 2021
We have an exciting opportunity for a Partnership Sales Manager to join our partnerships team based at Villa Park. The Partnership Sales team is responsible for developing the Clubs portfolio of commercial partners, playing a key role in the Club’s commercial strategy for success. As a key member of the partnership sales team, you will be focused on the acquisition process for new Club commercial partners.
The role will require you to build strong relationships with external parties and lead the sales process from first contact to successful lead conversion. You will work alongside key internal stakeholders to provide compelling partnership propositions and sales materials that help the club successfully convert leads and increase the value of the commercial partnership portfolio.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a sales environment with a proven track record of securing significant levels of new business. You must demonstrate strong skills in communication, with ability to build strong relationships both externally and internally. You must also be able to demonstrate clear initiative in order to meet objectives, conduct market research, build a sales pipeline, lead generation,
contract management and sales completion.
Role Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to deliver commercial growth through the acquisition of new Club commercial partners, which will require you to build strong relationships with external parties and coordinate the sales process from first contact to successful lead conversion. You will be expected to work alongside key internal stakeholders to provide compelling partnership propositions and sales materials that help the club successfully convert leads and increase the value of the commercial partnership portfolio.
Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Sales Outreach
• Work with the Senior Partnership Sales Manager and wider Commercial team to successfully execute the Club’s partner acquisition plan and contribute towards revenue growth targets.
• Lead on the sales outreach for defined, pre-qualified target categories and regions, making first contact with targeted brands, arranging meetings to pitch to these businesses, negotiating terms and successfully concluded partnership agreements.
• Coordinate external meetings with potential partners, ensuring that appropriate personnel from the Club are engaged with to maximise the conversion of developing leads.
• Maintain a network of brand contacts that are suitable for the development of new partnership agreements.
• Work with key internal stakeholders on the creation of partnership propositions and commercial packages that ensure Aston Villa’s commercial inventory is utilised effectively, consistently and provides maximum revenue return.
Sales Operations
• Manage sales pipelines to ensure all leads are fully explored.
• Contribute towards effective reporting structures that ensure sales outreach progress is being captured and reported to other key internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with all other commercial personnel in category approaches, ensuring the Club are creating an environment of competitive tension to support growing and maximising total revenue.
• Work with the legal and finance teams to successfully conclude and contract partnership agreements in line with Club policy and process.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the sales and marketing activities of prospective partners as well as the strategic direction of their business challenges and opportunities, markets, and competitors.
Market Intelligence
• Maintain a strong understanding of advertising and marketing channels to determine solutions for prospective partners.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of brand marketing and the sports partnership marketplace to ensure the Club is fully informed of industry trends, and well placed to maximise related opportunities.
Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrate commitment to Safeguarding by adhering to relevant policies, procedures and values relating to safeguarding children and adults at risk.
• Support the Club’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Qualifications, Key Skills & Experience
Essential
Qualifications & Experience
• Demonstrable track record of sales success in a business-to-business environment
• Experience of liaising with internal and external clients and stakeholders at a senior management level
Training, Skills and Knowledge
• Excellent written and oral communication skills who places high value on attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong relationships quickly, both internally and externally
• Experience in working in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Able to work under pressure to tights deadlines, managing multiple projects within timescales
• Process driven with strong analytical and research skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Personal Qualities
• Good attention to detail and takes responsibility for the accuracy of their work.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Possession of level of gravitas with ability to confidently present business cases to senior management
• Work flexible hours as the Club requires, this will include matchday working evenings and weekends
Desirable
Qualifications & Experience
• Partnership sales background for a rights holder within elite sport
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
Training, Skills and Knowledge
• Ability to follow key trends and apply them and integrate them into a strategic approach.
• An ability to adapt quickly, be flexible in the face of change and solution oriented.
• Experience of delivering projects and events
Personal Qualities
• Enthusiastic, motivated, creative, and innovative
• Proactive and a ‘self-starter
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.
For further information, the role profile and to apply please go to:
https://my.corehr.com/pls/coreportal_avfcp/erq_search_package.search_form?p_company=10&p_internal_external=E#
Equality Statement
Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and fully support The FAs Football Leadership Diversity Code.
We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.
Safeguarding Statement
Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC - Safeguarding
Apply by: 2 May 2021
Apply by: 13 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Part Time
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Session rates
Hours of Work: Sessional
A fantastic opportunity has opened up for a sessional Sports Scientist to join our talented and friendly Academy department based in Kings Norton, Birmingham.
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Academic Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Technical/Professional Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Skills and Abilities
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Personal Requirements
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Only applicants that demonstrate within their application that they meet the above criteria will be considered for the role.
This role is regarded as a ‘Regulated Activity’ and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS check, (previously a CRB check) which includes the barred list for working with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 13 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 11 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Competitive
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date: 11/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
PHYSIOTHERAPY RESPONSIBILITIES
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Experience
Essential Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Essential Requirements
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Special Conditions
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 11 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 26 April 2021
UCFB
National Development Manager – Women and Girls Pathway (WNSL0213)
Division: Grassroots Football
Location: Home based
Closing Date: 26 April 2021
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our Organisation
The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England. We are responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels; from grass roots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England International teams, and has two core assets: Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park.
The Role
Key Accountabilities
Strategy
Results Orientation and Visionary Thinking
Relationships and Influence
What we are looking for
Essential
Desirable
What we can offer you
The Football Association Group promotes inclusion and diversity, and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process please mention this in your covering letter.
Apply by: 26 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 3 May 2021
Campaign Lead, UKI - FIFA Brand
Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom
Requisition Number: 164062
Date Opened: 2021-02-02
We are Electronic Arts’ Marketing and Commercial Organization (MCO). Our teams build meaningful relationships with hundreds of millions of players around the world who love our games. We aim to be the best at meeting players where they are and supporting them throughout their journey with EA. Our teams develop the strategic vision of our products, run outstanding multi-channel campaigns, build global engagement across all touch points, develop global insights, and propel sales and global publishing. We understand the dynamic global landscape so we can bring relevant content, promotions, and help to players anywhere.
We foster an environment where our teams create the most amazing work of their career while inspiring the world to play.
The UKI Campaign Lead develops, executes and measures locally nuanced integrated omni-channel marketing activations for the EA SPORTS FIFA brand across the UK and Ireland markets, with a focus on building player relationships and delivering on commercial goals worldwide.
What a Campaign Lead does at EA:
Deliverables:
Requirements:
About EA
At Electronic Arts, we exist to Inspire the World to Play. We create extraordinary new game experiences for our millions of players everywhere by bringing together talented people that combine creativity, innovation, and passion. We know that our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We immerse our employees into an inclusive culture, and provide opportunities for learning and leading that allow them to do the most impactful and rewarding work of their careers. We put our people first. We provide comprehensive benefit packages with a focus on health and wellbeing to support your needs and help you balance your career and personal life. We provide access to dynamic and collaborative work environments, opportunities to connect and contribute through our Employee Resource Groups, and support for a balanced life with paid time off and maternity and paternity leave, plus free video games and so much more! Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Electronic Arts also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Apply by: 3 May 2021
Apply by: 3 May 2021
We are looking for a news editor to join Eurosport UK’s digital team.
Reporting into the head of digital for Eurosport UK, this role will help drive Eurosport’s editorial coverage of a range of sports across its digital platforms. The news editor will create content and manage the site on some evenings as part of the rotation within the team. This is intended as a written content role although some basic video editing will be required on occasions.
The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of football and be able to demonstrate a track record in creating impactful content during their journalistic career. Knowledge of tennis, cycling, Olympic sports and snooker is also desirable in line with some of Eurosport’s key rights and editorial offerings.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about sport, confident managing freelancers, knows how to spot, cover and develop a story, and has strong awareness of digital trends and the sporting landscape. This opportunity is also a fantastic chance to join the Eurosport team and be a key player in our coverage of the Tokyo Olympics, as official broadcasters.
Under normal circumstances this position would be part of the Eurosport UK digital team at our company headquarters in Chiswick, West London. But it can be performed remotely. Evening and weekend work is to be expected as part of a team which covers sport seven days a week, across 16 hours each day.
DUTIES include but are not limited to:
ABOUT YOU:
Apply by: 3 May 2021
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Division: Commercial and Marketing
Location: Wembley Stadium
Closing Date: 22 April 2021
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our Organisation
The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England. We are responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels; from grass roots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England International teams, and has two core assets: Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park.
The Role
As the importance and focus on Women's football has grown over recent years, so has the need to provide dedicated resource to manage the various broadcast related workstreams. The ground-breaking Barclays FA Women's Super League broadcast deal with Sky and the BBC, brings additional delivery and requirement for a Broadcast Coordinator. Although the Coordinator will be primarily working across the Women's domestic leagues, the role will also bring additional assistance to the entire broadcast team working across all the properties of men's & women's football as well as the FA Player.
Key Accountabilities
What we are looking for
Essential
Desirable
What we can offer you
The Football Association Group promotes inclusion and diversity, and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process please mention this in your covering letter.
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed one-year contract, with the option for a second year.
Reporting to: General Manager, Professional Game Academy Audit Company
Key relationships: Academy staff across Premier League and EFL clubs
Relevant Premier League, EFL, FA staff and PGAAC Team
Location: Home-based with frequent travel required to Clubs
Closing: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Overview:
As part of the Elite Player Performance Plan, the overarching professional-game strategy for the development of youth footballers in England, Professional football club Academies are categorised into four categories (1-4), based on a combination of spend, infrastructure, staffing, and qualitative assessments of their provisions across a range of multidisciplinary areas.
To effectively categorise Academies and to support the continual raising of standards in elite player development, an independent standards organisation has been developed, mandated by the professional game, to monitor safety, compliance and the quality of work being delivered.
The independent standards organisation oversees a multidisciplinary assessment of Academies across Leadership and Management, Coaching, Performance Support, Duty of Care, Education, Safeguarding and Productivity.
As part of the above, the Coaching Auditor will be responsible for the auditing of coaching organisation, practice and development in the coaching departments within Premier League and EFL Academies.
The Role:
Review and Evaluation of Education & Player Care programmes:
o Using the Academy Audit Company assessment framework, assess the quality of Education & Player Care provisions in Academies
o Accurately and fairly report findings, identifying areas of quality, risk and development.
o Manage the end to end auditing/quality assurance process, ensuring the operation runs as smoothly as possible for club and auditing team
o Ensure a consistent assessment is given no matter the auditor or club
General Responsibilities:
o Using the Academy Audit Company assessment framework, assess the quality of Leadership and Management, and Pathway provisions in Academies
o Deliver annual Club visits to ensure adherence with Safe to Operate guidelines and the Youth Development Rules
o Support the development of a suitable Academy standards framework and auditing practices
o Meet tight deadlines
o Ensure the auditing team maintains an up to date knowledge of Education & Player Care related practice
Requirements for the role:
Skills and Abilities
• Interviewing skills and observational analysis
• A consultative approach with a range of approaches to gain understanding, connect and build trust
• Analytical ability to identify areas for improvement, perform root-cause analysis and convert findings into required actions
• Ability to see both the big picture and enabling detail
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present written information in a structured and balanced way appropriate to the needs of the reader
• Clear and straightforward communication, can defend a point of view in a composed and confident way
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Experience
• Proven experience at a senior level.
• Proven experience in reviewing, assessing and development education and personal development programmes at a strategic level.
• Experience of working with elite athletes / footballers in an educational or personal role
• Experience of implementing mental health & wellbeing support
• Experience of delivering equality, diversity and inclusion.
Knowledge
• High practical and theoretical understanding of Education & Player Care demands in elite level sport (desirable: player development, football)
• Appropriate Degree and qualified teaching status
• Understanding of supporting player / athlete transitions.
• Understanding and appreciation of context and cultural difference between clubs of different sizes and philosophies
• Understanding and comfort in Quantitative and Qualitative assessment
Personal Attributes & Other Requirements
• High personal integrity and professional conduct
• Motivated by being part of a successful game-wide Academy system
• Sets and works to high standards
• Enjoys working hard to build relationships in challenging environments
• Comfortable following systems and process, applies a structured approach to projects and planning.
• A hunger for continued learning and continuous professional development
• IT literate
• Full driving licence as frequent travel will be required
• Safeguarding and Protecting Children
• DBS Clearance
Nice-to-haves for the role:
• Project management experience
• Prior experience of working in an Academy of a Professional Football Club
• Prior experience of auditing/quality assurance
The Premier League, EFL, the FA are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 April 2021. PGAAC would be open to considering this opportunity being taken up as a secondment, subject to suitable terms being agreed between the secondee and their current employer.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed one-year contract, with the option for a second year.
Reporting to: General Manager, Professional Game Academy Audit Company
Key relationships: Academy staff across Premier League and EFL clubs
Relevant Premier League, EFL, FA staff and PGAAC Team
Location: Home-based with frequent travel required to Clubs
Closing: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Overview:
As part of the Elite Player Performance Plan, the overarching professional-game strategy for the development of youth footballers in England, Professional football club Academies are categorised into four categories (1-4), based on a combination of spend, infrastructure, staffing, and qualitative assessments of their provisions across a range of multidisciplinary areas.
To effectively categorise Academies and to support the continual raising of standards in elite player development, an independent standards organisation has been developed, mandated by the professional game, to monitor safety, compliance and the quality of work being delivered.
The independent standards organisation oversees a multidisciplinary assessment of Academies across Leadership and Management, Coaching, Performance Support, Duty of Care, Education, Safeguarding and Productivity.
As part of the above, the Coaching Auditor will be responsible for the auditing of coaching organisation, practice and development in the coaching departments within Premier League and EFL Academies.
The Role:
o Working alongside the existing operations executive to:
o Manage all fundamental logistics and operations for the PGAAC team in organising and facilitating club audits.
o Support the end to end auditing/quality assurance process, ensuring the operation runs as smoothly as possible for both club and auditing team.
o Oversee and manage the facilitation and organisation of the club action plan, submission, and review process.
o Maintain a positive, friendly and professional company image as a front line point of contact and liaison.
General Responsibilities:
o To notify clubs of their Audit visits, with follow up correspondence.
o To communicate with clubs to ensure outstanding Action Plans are tracked and completed.
o To communicate with the PGAAC team regarding the organisation and submission of Club Action Plans.
o To support the PGAAC team with the checking of club documentation for Safe to Operate and Compliance Audits.
o Maintain and update the Audit Schedule, liaising with the General Manager and staff.
o To support the report process regarding quality assurance and to ensure timelines are met regarding Audit report distribution.
o Liaise with the Audit Team to book necessary accommodation and travel to and from club visits and meetings
o Support the Finances of the PGAAC budget and staff expenses.
o Attend and minute PGAAC meetings.
Requirements for the role:
Skills and Abilities
• Strong IT skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Reliable, friendly and able to work with own initiative and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Proven ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion
• Observational analysis and ability to interpret data
• A good communicator with clear and concise written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to see both the big picture and advanced attention to detail skills
• Ability to interpret written information in a structured and balanced way and present it appropriately to the needs of the reader
• Strong time management and organisational skills
Experience
• Experience of working remotely and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience in supporting a team through administration and clerical work
• Experience of communicating with relevant agencies to produce travel itineraries, arranging meetings booking rooms etc.
• Experience of managing multiple correspondence as part of multidisciplinary team
Knowledge
• Knowledge of professional sports performance or development, preferably in a professional football environment
• Understanding and appreciate context and cultural difference between clubs of different sizes and philosophies
• Proof-reading and the ability to check report for accuracy and grammar
Personal Attributes & Other Requirements
• High personal integrity and professional conduct
• A hunger for continued learning and continuous professional development
• DBS Clearance
Nice-to-haves for the role:
• Graduate qualification
• Project management experience
• Prior administration experience in professional sport
The Premier League, EFL, the FA are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 April 2021. PGAAC would be open to considering this opportunity being taken up as a secondment, subject to suitable terms being agreed between the secondee and their current employer.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed one-year contract, with the option for a second year.
Reporting to: General Manager, Professional Game Academy Audit Company
Key relationships: Academy staff across Premier League and EFL clubs
Relevant Premier League, EFL, FA staff and PGAAC Team
Location: Home-based with frequent travel required to Clubs
Closing: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Overview:
As part of the Elite Player Performance Plan, the overarching professional-game strategy for the development of youth footballers in England, Professional football club Academies are categorised into four categories (1-4), based on a combination of spend, infrastructure, staffing, and qualitative assessments of their provisions across a range of multidisciplinary areas.
To effectively categorise Academies and to support the continual raising of standards in elite player development, an independent standards organisation has been developed, mandated by the professional game, to monitor safety, compliance and the quality of work being delivered.
The independent standards organisation oversees a multidisciplinary assessment of Academies across Leadership and Management, Coaching, Performance Support, Duty of Care, Education, Safeguarding and Productivity.
As part of the above, the Coaching Auditor will be responsible for the auditing of coaching organisation, practice and development in the coaching departments within Premier League and EFL Academies.
The Role:
Review and Evaluation of Coaching programmes:
o Using the Academy assessment framework, assess the quality of Coaching provision and coach development in English Professional Football Academies
o Accurately and fairly report findings, identifying areas of quality, risk and development.
o Manage the end to end auditing/quality assurance process, ensuring the operation runs as smoothly as possible for club and auditing team.
o Ensure a consistent assessment is given
General Responsibilities:
o Deliver club visits to ensure adherence with Safe to Operate guidelines and Youth Development Rules.
o Support the development of a suitable Academy standards framework and auditing practices.
o To take responsibility for Coaching when preparing club assessments, planning and reviewing club reports.
o To support other discipline staff within PGAAC and attend team meetings, participating in team development/training.
o Ensure the auditing team maintains an up to date knowledge of Coaching related practice.
o Maintain key relationships with stakeholders across the game.
Requirements for the role:
Skills and Abilities
• Interviewing skills and observational analysis
• A consultative approach
• Analytical ability to identify areas for improvement, perform rootcause analysis and convert findings into required actions
• Ability to see both the big picture and enabling detail
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to present written information in a structured and balanced way appropriate to the needs of the reader
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Experience
• Experience working in Performance Support and development programs with young athletes (desirable: Academy / Professional footballers)
• Previous experience in reviewing, assessing and developing recommendations for Performance Support programs at a strategic level
• Prior leadership and management experience
Knowledge
• MSc in Sport Science, Sports Medicine, Sports Psychology or related subject
• The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accreditation, Chartered Physiotherapy status or equivalent professional accreditation/ qualification
• High practical and theoretical understanding of Performance Support demands in elite level sport (desirable: player development, football)
• Understanding and appreciation of context and cultural difference between clubs of different sizes and philosophies
• Understanding and expertise in Quantitative and Qualitative assessment
Personal Attributes & Other Requirements
• High personal integrity and professional conduct
• A hunger for continued learning and continuous professional development
• IT literate
• Full driving licence as frequent travel will be required
• Safeguarding and Protecting Children
• DBS Clearance
Nice-to-haves for the role:
• PhD in Sport Science, Sports Medicine or related subject
• UEFA football coaching qualification
• Project management experience
• Prior experience of auditing/quality assurance
The Premier League, EFL, the FA are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 April 2021. PGAAC would be open to considering this opportunity being taken up as a secondment, subject to suitable terms being agreed between the secondee and their current employer.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed one-year contract, with the option for a second year.
Reporting to: General Manager, Professional Game Academy Audit Company
Key relationships: Academy staff across Premier League and EFL clubs
Relevant Premier League, EFL, FA staff and PGAAC Team
Location: Home-based with frequent travel required to Clubs
Closing: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Overview:
As part of the Elite Player Performance Plan, the overarching professional-game strategy for the development of youth footballers in England, Professional football club Academies are categorised into four categories (1-4), based on a combination of spend, infrastructure, staffing, and qualitative assessments of their provisions across a range of multidisciplinary areas.
To effectively categorise Academies and to support the continual raising of standards in elite player development, an independent standards organisation has been developed, mandated by the professional game, to monitor safety, compliance and the quality of work being delivered.
The independent standards organisation oversees a multidisciplinary assessment of Academies across Leadership and Management, Coaching, Performance Support, Duty of Care, Education, Safeguarding and Productivity.
As part of the above, the Coaching Auditor will be responsible for the auditing of coaching organisation, practice and development in the coaching departments within Premier League and EFL Academies.
The Role:
Review and Evaluation of Coaching programmes:
o Using the Academy assessment framework, assess the quality of Coaching provision and coach development in English Professional Football Academies
o Accurately and fairly report findings, identifying areas of quality, risk and development.
o Manage the end to end auditing/quality assurance process, ensuring the operation runs as smoothly as possible for club and auditing team.
o Ensure a consistent assessment is given
General Responsibilities:
o Deliver club visits to ensure adherence with Safe to Operate guidelines and Youth Development Rules.
o Support the development of a suitable Academy standards framework and auditing practices.
o To take responsibility for Coaching when preparing club assessments, planning and reviewing club reports.
o To support other discipline staff within PGAAC and attend team meetings, participating in team development/training.
o Ensure the auditing team maintains an up to date knowledge of Coaching related practice.
o Maintain key relationships with stakeholders across the game.
Requirements for the role:
Skills and Abilities
• Interviewing skills and observational analysis
• A consultative approach
• Analytical ability to identify areas for improvement, perform rootcause analysis and convert findings into required actions
• Ability to see both the big picture and enabling detail
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to present written information in a structured and balanced way appropriate to the needs of the reader
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Experience
• Experience working in coaching and development programs with young athletes (desirable: footballers)
• Experience of developing coaches.
• Previous experience in reviewing, assessing and developing recommendations for coaching and development programs at a strategic level
Knowledge
• High practical and theoretical understanding of coaching demands in elite level sport (desirable: player development, football)
• Understanding and appreciation of context and cultural difference between clubs of different sizes and philosophies
• Understanding of player development models and pathways in place.
• Appropriate degree and / or relevant management qualification
• Understanding and comfort in Quantitative and Qualitative assessment
Personal Attributes & Other Requirements
• UEFA A Licence or equivalent
• A hunger for continued learning and continuous professional development
• IT literate
• Full driving licence as frequent travel will be required
• Safeguarding and Protecting Children
• DBS Clearance
Nice-to-haves for the role:
• Undergraduate or Postgraduate Coaching qualification
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• Prior experience of working in an Academy of a professional football Club
• Prior experience of auditing/quality assurance
The Premier League, EFL, the FA are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 April 2021. PGAAC would be open to considering this opportunity being taken up as a secondment, subject to suitable terms being agreed between the secondee and their current employer.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed one-year contract, with the option for a second year.
Reporting to: General Manager, Professional Game Academy Audit Company
Key relationships: Academy staff across Premier League and EFL clubs
Relevant Premier League, EFL, FA staff and PGAAC Team
Location: Home-based with frequent travel required to Clubs
Closing: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Overview:
As part of the Elite Player Performance Plan, the overarching professional-game strategy for the development of youth footballers in England, the Academies of professional football clubs are categorised into four categories (1-4), based on a combination of spend, infrastructure, staffing, and qualitative assessments of their provisions across a range of multidisciplinary areas. To effectively categorise Academies and to support the continual raising of standards in elite player development, an independent standards organisation has been developed (PGAAC), mandated by the professional game, to monitor safety, compliance and the quality of work being delivered.
The independent standards organisation oversees an interdisciplinary assessment of academies across Coaching, Education, Leadership and Management, Performance Support, Pathway, Player Care and Safe to Operate.
As part of the above, the Leadership and Management Auditor will be responsible for the auditing of Leadership and Management practices within Premier League and EFL Academies.
The Role:
Review and evaluation of Leadership and Management activities:
o Using the Academy Audit Company assessment framework, assess the quality of Leadership and Management provisions in Academies with Senior Club Officials, Academy Management, staff, players and parents.
o Accurately and fairly report findings, identifying areas of quality, risk and development.
o Manage the end to end auditing/quality assurance process, ensuring the operation runs as smoothly as possible for club and auditing team.
o Ensure a consistent assessment is given through regular communication and supporting colleagues to build ongoing reliability.
o To enhance processes to ensure the PGAAC team provide prompt and high-quality audits and responses to requests for information.
General Responsibilities:
o Deliver club visits to ensure adherence with Safe to Operate guidelines and Youth Development Rules.
o Support the development of a suitable Academy standards framework and auditing practices.
o To take responsibility for Leadership and management when preparing club assessments, planning and reviewing club reports.
o To attend team meetings and participate in team development/training.
o Ensure the auditing team maintains an up to date knowledge of Leadership and Management related practice.
o Uphold the conduct and delivery standards of the Professional Game Academy Audit Company.
Requirements for the role:
Skills and Abilities
• Interviewing skills and observational analysis
• A consultative approach
• Analytical ability to identify areas for improvement, perform rootcause analysis and convert findings into required actions
• Ability to see both the big picture and enabling detail
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to present written information in a structured and balanced way appropriate to the needs of the reader
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Experience
• Proven experience of a successful career at a leadership level in Sport
• Previous experience in reviewing, assessing and developing
Leadership and Management programmes at a strategic level
• Experience of working within elite sport in a leadership or management
capacity
Knowledge
• High practical and theoretical understanding of Leadership and Management requirements in elite level sport (desirable: player development, football, organisational strategy and staff performance)
• Appropriate degree and / or relevant management qualification
• Understanding and appreciation of context and cultural difference between clubs of different sizes and philosophies
• Understanding and comfort in Quantitative and Qualitative assessment
Personal Attributes & Other Requirements
• High personal integrity and professional conduct
• A hunger for continued learning and continuous professional development
• IT literate
• Full driving licence as frequent travel will be required
• Safeguarding and Protecting Children
• DBS Clearance
Nice-to-haves for the role:
• Postgraduate qualification
• UEFA ‘A’ Licence coaching qualification
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• Prior experience of working at Professional football Club – Senior Club Role or Academy Manager
• Prior experience of auditing/quality assurance
The Premier League, EFL, the FA are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 April 2021. PGAAC would be open to considering this opportunity being taken up as a secondment, subject to suitable terms being agreed between the secondee and their current employer.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Women in Football
Location: UK (remote / home based)
Deadline: Sunday, 25 April 2021
Position: Part-time, 3 days per week
Women in Football (WIF) is recruiting for a Communications Manager.
WIF is a network of women, men and non-binary people working in and around the football industry. Our vision is an industry where all can thrive and reach their full potential.
We support and champion our peers. We equip individuals and the football industry with the knowledge, expertise and collective support that drives real change. We work pragmatically in partnership with institutions, organisations and individuals to help them progress.
We are a small organisation with a big voice, creating a bigger impact and are at an exciting stage of development. We have around 5000 highly engaged members and we have huge ambitions to change the face of football forever.
We are looking for someone to support us with the delivery of our owned and earned communications, with a focus on creating written and visual content for our member communications, website and social media channels. You will be a great communicator with excellent writing skills, able to ensure our content reflects our brand identity, style and voice, while also ensuring it is adapted for each of the platforms it will appear on. You will be interested in football, both the men’s and the women’s game, on and off the pitch.
You will have responsibility for ensuring we have healthy and impactful relationships with key media to help us deliver against key strategic objectives to be recognised as the go-to voice advocating for gender equality in football by driving audience awareness and engagement.
You will be comfortable and competent using digital platforms, including website content management systems (full training will be provided) and social media channels.
You’ll have good interview skills to ensure a constant stream of news articles for our website and member communications. You’ll also have a creative eye and design competency as you will be required to create assets for use across our platforms.
You’ll be willing to support across all areas of the business, as we are a small team and often help each other out, as and when needed.
The role will be 3 days per week and you’ll work from home. We have always been a successful remote-working team, even before the pandemic. The working days can be flexible, but must be between Monday and Friday and must include Tuesday. Some work in the evenings or at weekends will be necessary and some UK (and potentially overseas) travel may be required when allowed / appropriate. You’ll report to the WIF Head of Marketing and Commercial.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Content Creation
Maintain WIF Website
Social Media
E-Newsletter
PR
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a proactive approach to communications and an excellent level of writing experience in press or online, preferably with relevant examples focused around sport or football based themes. The following capabilities are key for this role:
Preferable / Nice to have
The following would also be beneficial for this role:
You’ll be UK based and able to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
Diversity, equality and inclusion are in WIF’s DNA and our commitment to them is what drives us. We celebrate multiple approaches and multiple points of view and everyone is welcome. If you work with us, you’ll be empowered to bring your whole, authentic self to work - to be you. We know that this is how you will thrive, and that if you thrive, WIF will thrive.
We want our workplace to look like the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and especially encourage applications from people whose ethnicity is underrepresented in the football workforce, people who identify as LGBTQi+, disabled people, people of faith, men and people who have experienced exclusion or marginalisation.
We want this recruitment process to be as accessible as possible, but know that there might be more that we can do, particularly if you have experienced exclusion, disadvantage or discrimination, or if you have particular accessibility needs. We would be happy to provide any reasonable adjustments that you may require - please get in touch with us, and we can think together about how to make this process easier for you.
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you fulfil our requirements for this role and would like to apply for the position, please send your CV and cover letter to info@womeninfootball.co.uk by midnight Sunday, 25th April, 2021. Please include links to any relevant online articles or features you have written within your CV or cover letter.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online video interview and may be asked to complete a short written task as part of the interview process.
We look forward to hearing from you.
For more information about Women in Football, please visit www.womeninfootball.co.uk
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Women in Football
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
THE OXFORDSHIRE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (OFA) GOVERNS AND DEVELOPS FOOTBALL IN THE AREAS COVERED BY OXFORD CITY, SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE, CHERWELL AND WEST OXFORDSHIRE AND IS A FIRM BELIEVER IN FOOTBALL FOR ALL.
We want to encourage more people irrespective of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, etc, to get involved in whatever way they can, especially as the country recovers from the affects of the Covid pandemic. We want to ensure that the game can provide not only fitness and mental health benefits but also a great way to network and make friends following the various lockdowns we have all endured.
To help us achieve this and to make sure everyone in our communities can participate in any way they wish, we are looking to recruit a suitable person to chair our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group and to lead on the creation of a local Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (ED&I) that will form a key part of our Business Strategy up until the summer of 2024.
It is an exciting and challenging time for the OFA as we work to introduce and achieve a Code of Governance similar to the Sport England Code for all sports. The Football Association have produced a football specific version for County FAs, which the OFA has helped produce and is wholly-supportive of. It includes ensuring there is a balance of independent and football directors, there is a recognised gender split within the Board, the Board has an over-riding responsibility for ensuring that all of our work and thinking is focused on providing football for all. The Board will also ensure that the voices of young people are heard as they are the future of the game.
We are looking for applicants across the community that can offer the following expertise for the role;
• Support the development of the ED&I Strategy that will include plans and programmes of delivery
• Constructively check, challenge and coach the Board and staff throughout the Strategy
• Be a positive ambassador for the OFA and a positive voice with the media
• Seek to expand community awareness of the work of the OFA
• Review and evaluate performance against the programmes within the Strategy
• Develop and maintain critical key relationships with various community leaders and organisations
• Continually seek to improve the football experience for all
• An understanding of football as our main product
The post is a voluntary role and we would expect the successful candidate to Chair a minimum of four meetings per year and to attend monthly Board meetings. Whilst the role is voluntary we can offer;
• An exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking progressive organisation
• To work with stakeholders across the whole game but primarily grassroots
• Access and commitment to personal development and training opportunities
• To make a difference to all of the communities and their various groups within our area
We also offer that even if you are unsuccessful for this individual role, you can still be involved to make a difference to the game and peoples’ lives via the Group. On average we see this taking a minimum of four to six hours per month, sometimes more.
Closing date for applications is 21 April 2021.
Short-listed candidates will be informed week commencing 10 May 2021 and send invitation to an interview.
Virtual interviews will take place week commencing 17 May 2021.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
Oxfordshire FA
Apply by: 5 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Competitive
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date: 05/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
CELL RESPONSIBILITIES
PHASE LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Skills and Abilities
Essential Requirements
Desirable
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Under the Disclosure and Barring Service and in accordance with the Club’s own rules regarding Safeguarding the post-holder will be required to meet minimum criteria regarding Safeguarding and a Disclosure and Barring Check will be required in this post. Exceptions Order to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 applies.
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 5 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 5 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent, Full Time
Department: Brand & Marketing
Location: St. Andrew's Stadium, Cattell Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 4RL
Salary: Competitive
Application Closing Date: 05/05/2021
We are currently looking for a self driven and motivated Graphic Designer with all the technical skills and ability, with the creativity to match to join our marketing team. Candidates will be currently (or recently) in a design position looking for a new career challenge in a vibrant, exciting and fast paced environment.
You will have experience of working with print and digital using Adobe Creative Suite (In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects etc) and have a keen eye for detail. We are looking for layout perfectionists who love working quickly to produce design work with creativity and finesse.
The position will cover output for the whole Club not just that of the footballing side so successful candidates will have a diverse and creative flair for designing for different areas of the organisation (Commercial, Hospitality, Community, Academy & more).
The role includes managing and producing all design work along with the following:
SCOPE OF DUTIES
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Skills and Abilities
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Once you have completed your application on Octo First Class, If you wish to send a supporting portfolio please email to marketing@bcfc.com
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City FC is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community.
Apply by: 5 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: Training Ground Cleaning Assistant (Day)
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Salary: £17,710 per annum
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 35 hours per week to worked flexibly over 5 days to include overnight and weekends according to the rota.
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 20th April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Womens Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
With the extended facilities at our training ground in Lancing nearing completion we are looking to enhance our operational teams to manage and service the requirements of these facilities on a day to day basis. We are looking for a dedicated and pro-active individual, with meticulous attention to detail to join our facilities team. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that our world-class training ground is cleaned to the highest standards.
What does the day to day look like?
You will be responsible for all public and staff areas of our training ground, regular deep cleans and assisting with the set-up of events as required. The post holder must ensure that the work carried out is compliant with Health and Safety legislation and COSHH. Your core hours will be worked according to the facilities rota (this will include weekends and Bank Holidays). If you have an eye for detail and enjoy working as part of a friendly and welcoming team, please keep reading!
What we need
To be considered for this position, we are looking for an individual with experience of working collaboratively as part of a team, a proven track record of delivering high standards of work within specific deadlines and an understanding of COSHH. If you have experience of working in a large facility or carrying out cleaning tasks, this would be ideal, but it is not a prerequisite to be considered for the position.
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
What is in it for you?
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
Disability Confident
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.
Equality Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: Training Ground Cleaning Assistant (Day)
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Salary: £17,290 per annum
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 35 hours per week to worked flexibly over 5 days to include evenings and weekends according to the rota.
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 20th April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Womens Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
With the extended facilities at our training ground in Lancing nearing completion we are looking to enhance our operational teams to manage and service the requirements of these facilities on a day to day basis. We are looking for a dedicated and pro-active individual, with meticulous attention to detail to join our facilities team. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that our world-class training ground is cleaned to the highest standards.
What does the day to day look like?
You will be responsible for all public and staff areas of our training ground, regular deep cleans and assisting with the set-up of events as required. The post holder must ensure that the work carried out is compliant with Health and Safety legislation and COSHH. Your core hours will be worked according to the facilities rota (this will include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays). If you have an eye for detail and enjoy working as part of a friendly and welcoming team, please keep reading!
What we need
To be considered for this position, we are looking for an individual with experience of working collaboratively as part of a team, a proven track record of delivering high standards of work within specific deadlines and an understanding of COSHH. If you have experience of working in a large facility or carrying out cleaning tasks, this would be ideal, but it is not a prerequisite to be considered for the position.
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
What is in it for you?
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
Disability Confident
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.
Equality Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Safeguarding Statement
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Job Title: First Team Performance Physiotherapist
Employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Salary: Salary dependant on skills & experience
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: Full time, requiring flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 20th April 2021
Who are Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club?
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud that our elite teams compete at the highest level of football in England, those being the Premier League, and the Women's Super League. Our home; the spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium hosts in the most parts, our Premier League journey whereas Broadfield Stadium, with a capacity of over 6,000, hosts mainly, our Women's Super League journey. We are thrilled to have our two elite teams competing in the very top respective divisions of English football.
The job
As first team performance physiotherapist, you will contribute to the success of the club both on and off the pitch. You will focus both on ensuring optimal performance provision within the medical department and in providing an elite physiotherapy service for the men's first team squad ensuring effective management of all our professional players with regards to their medical needs.
What does the day to day look like?
We are known for our culture and values leading the way, and the right people will need to fit into that. You will work hard, but the great thing about football is that you will see the results. The role will primarily be involved in providing first-class manual therapy, assessment and rehabilitation to our men's first team players. The post-holder will contribute towards creating a medical department that is viewed as a centre of excellence in the management of neuromusculoskeletal injuries and sports injuries. It is important for the post-holder to ensure that rehabilitation is at the forefront of sports medicine and utilises best evidence-based research whilst in the role. Working closely with the Head of Medicine & Performance and Performance Therapy Manager you will review the full neuro-musculoskeletal screening programme of first team players.
Due to the nature of the role, we will require you to be flexible, as there will be requirement to work weekends and bank holidays as well as both home and away matches.
What we need
This is an important role at the club, so it is essential that the post holder holds a BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy degree or equivalent, a minimum of 5 years qualified membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC), have or working towards a relevant MSc in Sports Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation or Sports and Exercise Medicine.
The successful candidate must also be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check).
Our values
Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values are not just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors, in fact, with anyone who interacts in any way with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAAM Brighton value.
Our values are:
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Competitive
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date:
04/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
ACADEMY PERFORMANCE COACH RESPONSIBILITIES
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Degree in Sport Science or related discipline.
FA Child Welfare qualification.
FA Basic First Aid for Sport.
Clear DBS check.
Desirable Requirements
Experience
Essential Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Essential Requirements
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Special Conditions
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Competitive
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date:
04/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
JOB DESCRIPTION
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
ADMINISTRATION RESPONSIBILITIES
PLAYER CARE RESPONSIBILITIES – HOST FAMILIES
PLAYER CARE RESPONSIBILITIES – TRANSPORT
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Experience
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Special Conditions
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: Competitive
Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Application closing date: 04/05/2021 (Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced).
A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our Club for a Lead Psychologist to join the Academy department. Responsibilities are as follows:
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
SERVICE DELIVERY
APPLIED PRACTICE
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Academic Qualifications
Essential Requirements
Post graduate level in Psychology or Sport Psychology and be BPS chartered, HCPC registered or working towards HCPC registration as a Psychologist.
Desirable Requirements
Experience
Essential Requirements
Extensive experience working as an applied psychologist with footballers/high performance athletes and staff in a club/international setting.
Desirable Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Personal Requirements
Terms of Appointment
Special Conditions
Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Apply by: 4 May 2021
Birmingham City Football Club
Apply by: 30 April 2021
UCFB
Contract type: Permanent, full time
Reports to: Youth Projects and Planning Manager
Location: Premier League Offices, Paddington, W2 1HQ
Closes: Friday 30 April 2021
Overview
The Premier League is responsible for the delivery of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP), a long-term strategic plan for the development of Academy System with the goals of; 1) developing more and better Home Grown Players capable of playing at the highest level; and 2) ensuring positive development outcomes for all Academy Players, regardless of whether they become professionals or not.
To support the continued success of the EPPP, we are looking to recruit a Strategic Projects Analyst who will be responsible for supporting the Youth Development department through providing effective planning, project management and strategic analysis support.
Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 1 billion homes in 189 countries.
We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Rule Book as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.
The role
The Strategic Projects Analyst will work closely with the Youth Projects and Planning Manager and Head of Youth to ensure the Premier League meets the objectives of its strategic plan and that our Academies are effectively supported in the planning and delivery of their Academy Performance Plans. The work that you will get to undertake will be quite varied but will include the following:
· Supporting the Youth Projects and Planning Manager and Head of Youth in managing defined projects across priority areas of Youth Development (e.g. Operations, Games Programme, Elite Performance, Coaching, Education and Player Care)
· Preparing strategic documents and recommendations that inform and enable leadership decision making
· Using qualitative and quantitative analysis to provide insights that frame new development opportunities and create an evidence base for decisions
· Managing the development and implementation of performance measures for the Academy System and the Premier League Youth Development department
· Implementing monthly, quarterly and annual reporting processes to monitor progress against the Youth Development department strategic plan and the EPPP
· Pursuing operational process efficiency improvements across the Youth Development department
· Engaging and communicating regularly with internal and external stakeholders to build partnerships, understand requirements and shape ideas into deliverable projects
Requirements for the role
· Experience in a management consulting or corporate strategy role (or similar)
· Candidates must offer a strong academic background, a good professional track record and be able to demonstrate a full range of soft skills to work effectively within an interdisciplinary environment
· Excellent planning, organisational and presentation skills
· Track record of working with multiple stakeholders
· High proficiency in MS Office (esp. PowerPoint and Excel)
· Able to synthesise and clearly present decisions with strong written and verbal communication skills
· Able to act independently on both project-based and analytical tasks
· Comfortable working in an agile way, and with change and uncertainty
· Able to work in a high-pressure environment and deliver against challenging deadlines
· Willingness to learn new approaches and adapt to different working styles
· Self-motivated and goal-oriented
· Team player with high emotional intelligence, who seeks and acts on feedback
· Ability to work in the UK is required
Nice-to-haves for the role
· Project management qualifications
· Prior experience of working in an elite sports environment
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
The closing date for applications is Friday 30 April 2021. Candidates should visit our career site at http://careers.premierleague.com/ to submit their CV and a cover letter (personal summary).
Apply by: 30 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Division: Legal and Governance
Location: Wembley Stadium
Closing Date: 21 April 2021
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our Organisation
The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England. We are responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels; from grass roots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England International teams, and has two core assets: Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park.
The Role
To provide appropriate support to the FA Judicial process relating to “professional & non-league football, safeguarding review panels (SRP) and county/league appeals” (collectively “Judicial Services remit”).
Key Accountabilities
What we are looking for
Essential
Knowledge
Experience
Technical Skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Experience
Technical Skills
What we can offer you
The Football Association Group promotes inclusion and diversity, and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process please mention this in your covering letter.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Finance and Operations
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending upon qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 21/04/2021
Reference: 22/ACA28
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
This role will be based at our UCFB Etihad Campus in our state-of-the-art campus devoted to the football business and related industries. Based in and around the Etihad Stadium, the campus is in the heart of one of Europe’s most progressive football facilities.
The Opportunity
To develop and deliver on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver an excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate degree and Masters degree or equivalent experience and have 2 or more years teaching experience in a UK Higher Education Institution.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 20 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Digital Sports Marketing
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 depending on qualifications and experience
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 20/04/2021
Reference: 22ACA26
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
This role will be based at our UCFB Etihad Campus in our state-of-the-art campus devoted to the football business and related industries. Based in and around the Etihad Stadium, the campus is in the heart of one of Europe’s most progressive football facilities.
The Opportunity
To develop and deliver on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver an excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate degree and Masters degree in disciplines relevant to Sport Marketing and have 2 or more years teaching and learning experience in a UK HEI.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 20 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 19 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Careers Coach
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester
Salary: Up to £24,500 per annum (depending upon qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 19/04/2021
Reference: 21REG01
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
This role will be based at our UCFB Etihad Campus in our state-of-the-art campus devoted to the football business and related industries. Based in and around the Etihad Stadium, the campus is in the heart of one of Europe’s most progressive football facilities.
The Opportunity
Front line delivery of a friendly, professional, efficient and client focused IAG service. The role will include organising careers fairs, supporting student and alumni in career and employability development and related activities, signposting needs where appropriate and deliver an excellent student experience. Demonstrating a genuine commitment to excellent customer service and collaborative team-working, applicants will be expected to have proficient skills and experience in information, advice and guidance, work independently and be able to communicate effectively with staff, students, graduates and external visitors.
About You
The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 4 in IAG or Career Guidance or relevant equivalent qualification.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 19 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 19 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Resolutions Manager
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester or UCFB Wembley, London
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum depending upon qualifications and experience (plus a 10% London Weighting allowance if applicable)
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 19/04/2021
Reference: 22REG02
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To provide a high-quality compliance management service ensuring that at all times the coordination, organisation and administration of College compliance activities are aligned with the appropriate College, Validating Partner/s and Higher Education (HE) Sector policies and procedures.
About You
The successful candidate will have evidence of commitment to continuing professional development relevant to Diversity and Inclusion and Complaint resolution as well as knowledge of and experience working in resolutions management.
Key Tasks:
Key roles and responsibilities are listed below. However, in addition this role is expected to be adaptable and proactive across the academic cycle including involvement with a number of compliance activities that may be primarily 'delivered' via other areas of the Registry team.
Act as the College Compliance Manager providing the highest standard of organisational and regulatory compliance management and support for:
Student complaint cases
Student misconduct cases including
Code of conduct / disciplinary pathway
Academic misconduct pathway
Fitness to practice pathway
Management of all incoming and outgoing correspondence in respect of compliance cases including:
Ensuring students are kept informed of progress on their case
Ensuring complainants are kept informed of case progress, as appropriate
Ensuring academic teams are kept informed of case progress, as appropriate
Production of all formal letters/communications in respect of compliance cases
Casework management for all UCFB/GIS compliance cases including:
Assigning cases to appropriate leads for review/investigation
Tracking case progress to ensure compliance with procedural response timeframes
Collating information and production/maintenance of case work packs for compliance panel hearings
Organisation of and where required clerking of formal compliance case hearings
Case work management for compliances cases that proceed to Appeals stages with Validating Partner
Case work management for compliance cases that proceed to the Office of the independent Adjudicator (OIA) including acting at the OIA Point of Contact
Organisation of and where required clerking of compliance case formal hearings
Coordinate the organisational and administrative support for Fitness to Practice cases as required by the circumstances of each individual case to ensure compliance with the appropriate regulations, processes and procedures
Work closely with colleagues across Registry Departments to ensure that outcomes from compliance cases are noted within the case appropriate areas of the student records system (EBS)
Act as College liaison point for and work to build positive relationships with the Validating Partner Student Union in respect of their work in supporting students involved in compliance type cases
Produce management reports relating to compliance cases as required by:
UCFB/GIS
Validating Partner
Other external Bodies such as OIA
Maintaining in-depth knowledge of compliance regulations acting as a source of expert advice and guidance to academic and administrative colleagues on case management
Proactively work to improve internal processes and procedures related to compliance case management including:
Policy and procedure development and ongoing review
Identifying requirements for guidance and training, producing guidance packs and developing and delivering training workshops
Oversight of 'pool' of appropriately trained staff to fill compliance case work requirements
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 19 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Digital Sports Marketing (Online) - UCFB Etihad Campus or UCFB Wembley
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester or UCFB Wembley, London
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum depending upon qualifications and experience (plus a 10% London Weighting allowance if applicable)
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 21/04/2021
Reference: 22/ACA27
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To develop and deliver on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver an excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate degree and Master's degree in disciplines to Sports Marketing and have 2 or more years' experience teaching a UK Higher Education Institution.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 21 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Football Coaching- UCFB Wembley Campus
Location: UCFB Wembley Campus
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending upon qualifications and experience (plus a 10% London Weighting allowance if applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permenant
Closes: 22/04/2021
Reference: 22/ACA05
Interviews: Week commencing 10/05.2021
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To teach on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate degree and Masters degree in a related discipline and a UEFA B licence. They will have teaching experience in a UK HEI as well as coaching experience at Youth Development phase and/ or Foundation phase level.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Digital Sports Marketing - UCFB Wembleys
Location: UCFB Wembley Campus
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending upon qualifications and experience (plus a 10% London Weighting allowance if applicable)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: 22/04/2021
Reference: 22/ACA29
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To develop and deliver on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver an excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate degree and Master's degree in disciplines to Sports Marketing and have 2 or more years' experience teaching a UK Higher Education Institution.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Lecturer in Performance Analysis – UCFB Etihad Campus
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus
Salary: £30,000 – £36,000 per annum (depending upon qualifications and Experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: 22/04/2021
Reference: 22/ACA32
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To develop and deliver on a programme of study and to maintain teaching and learning standards to deliver an excellent student experience.
About You
The successful candidate will have a Masters degree with either UG or PG qualification in Analysis and have 3 or more years’ experience teaching a related subject in a UK HE provider.
Key Tasks:
What we offer in return
In return not only will you have the opportunity to make life-transforming, career making education, but we offer a whole range of financial and non-financial benefits too:
Financial rewards:
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 22 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 20 April 2021
UCFB
Position: Programme Leader MSc International Sport Management – UCFB Etihad Campus
Location: UCFB Etihad Campus, Manchester
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 depending on qualifications and experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: 20/04/2021
Reference: 22ACA25
Do you want to be part of a truly unique approach to higher education, one that puts students at the heart of everything we do enabling them to have the best possible chance of a successful career in the football and sports industry?
About Us:
University Campus of Football Business & Global Institute of Sport
University Campus of Football Business (UCFB) is a world-first in sports education. Delivering university degrees in the football and sports industry, our inspirational campuses in London and Manchester have the iconic Wembley Stadium and the Etihad Stadium at their heart. Proudly the fastest-growing higher education institution in the UK since launching in 2011, we continue to lead the field in producing the next generation of graduates to work in the global football and sports sector.
UCFB also counts a number of elite organisations among its partners, including The Football Association, Kick It Out, the League Managers Association, the National League and the Rugby Football League.
In 2020, UCFB launched the Global Institute of Sport, our new destination for Master’s degrees and executive education in the UK, online and at our inspirational stadium hubs in New York, Atlanta, Toronto and Melbourne.
The Opportunity
To manage the MSc International Sport Management degree, and complete relevant quality assurance documents, relating to student feedback, moderation of assessments, and validation, as required by UCFB/GIS’ awarding bodies, and assist the Head of Academics to manage staff teaching on the MSc programmes. To manage academic provision at overseas partnerships linked to the MSc programmes.
About You
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate and Masters degree in disciplines relevant to Sport Management and have 2 or more years teaching and learning experience in a UK HEI.
Key Tasks
What we offer in return
Family friendly benefits
Wellbeing benefits:
Social benefits
Additional Information
Working hours: Working hours normally 8.30am - 5pm but may involve additional and unsocial working hours depending on the nature of the event and occasional travel between campus.
Please note that if you do not have permission to work in the UK, UCFB will not be able to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship for you to take up this position. All non EU/EAA candidates must have valid immigration status and/or a UK visa valid for the duration of the contract in order to be considered for this role.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Click here for a full detailed job description and person specification.
To apply for this role, please complete an application form which can be downloaded on the following link:
Application Form
All applications should be made to jobs@ucfb.com addressed to HR setting out your suitability for the role and motivation for joining our pioneering institution.
Due to our commitment to equality and diversity we operate a blind recruitment process and therefore will not accept CV’s.
Apply by: 20 April 2021
UCFB
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Portsmouth Football Club
Position: Portsmouth Football Club U9-16 Schoolboy Therapist
Salary: £35 per training / clinic session and £45 per match
Closing date: 20th April 2021
An exciting part-time opportunity has arisen within the Portsmouth FC academy medical department for a hard-working individual who is passionate about developing high level young athletes.
Working within a well-respected Category 3 academy, the chosen applicant will work alongside the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and other part-time therapists to provide excellent evidence-based care to the young footballers in the academy. This will include providing medical services to the schoolboys and pitch side cover to the schoolboy teams on match days.
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing pitch side cover for training sessions and matches in the schoolboy programme.
There may be opportunity for the successful individual to assist on Saturdays with pitch side cover and assist in treatment clinics for the U9-16’s in the evenings.
This is an ideal role for a qualified sports therapist or physiotherapist looking to gain experience in a young elite footballing environment. The successful applicant will also receive CPD as part of the departmental programme.
Pay is £35 per training / clinic session and £45 per match.
Reporting to:
- Lead Academy Physiotherapist
Main duties will include:
- Liaising with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist in order to optimise assessment and treatment of academy schoolboy players.
- Liaising effectively with the coaching staff in order to keep them informed on player availability.
- Assisting with prehab and rehab within the academy from U9-16’s.
- Assisting in evening clinics to effectively and efficiently assess and treat injuries from the U9-16 age groups.
- Provide pitch side trauma cover during training sessions and matches.
- Keep the PMA updated regarding players’ injuries and rehabilitation sessions.
Person Specifications
Qualifications:
- BSc Physiotherapy/Sport Therapy
- HCPC membership if physiotherapist
- CSP/SST membership
- Pitch side trauma certificate (e.g. ITMMiF or similar)
Skills and experience:
- Experience in assessing and rehabilitating sports injuries
- Ability to encourage and manage young footballers
- Full driving licence
- Flexibility around working hours
- Up to date CPD
- Computer literacy
- Experience of paediatric assessment and treatment
- An understanding of the demands of a professional sport environment
- Experience of working pitch side in sport, preferably football (desirable)
- Experience of using PMA system (desirable)
Personal attributes:
- Commitment and strong work ethic
- Genuine team player
- Loyal
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
- Proactive
How to apply
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
The Club has a strong reputation as an upholder of EFL diversity and inclusion policies and welcomes applications from BAME candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people (Under 18) and Adults at Risk and operates an active Safeguarding Policy.
We expect all our staff to have personal responsibility to contribute to our policies, protocols and practice to safeguard children and Adults at Risk, protect them from possible abuse and promote their welfare and to fulfil your duty of care.
The Club will not consider applications via third parties. To apply send your CV and cover letter to:
hr@pompeyfc.co.uk no later than 20th April 2021
Apply by: 20 April 2021
Portsmouth Football Club
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Women in Football
Location: UK (remote / home based)
Deadline: Sunday, 25 April 2021
Position: Part-time, 3 days per week
Women in Football (WIF) is recruiting for a Communications Manager.
WIF is a network of women, men and non-binary people working in and around the football industry. Our vision is an industry where all can thrive and reach their full potential.
We support and champion our peers. We equip individuals and the football industry with the knowledge, expertise and collective support that drives real change. We work pragmatically in partnership with institutions, organisations and individuals to help them progress.
We are a small organisation with a big voice, creating a bigger impact and are at an exciting stage of development. We have around 5000 highly engaged members and we have huge ambitions to change the face of football forever.
We are looking for someone to support us with the delivery of our owned and earned communications, with a focus on creating written and visual content for our member communications, website and social media channels. You will be a great communicator with excellent writing skills, able to ensure our content reflects our brand identity, style and voice, while also ensuring it is adapted for each of the platforms it will appear on. You will be interested in football, both the men’s and the women’s game, on and off the pitch.
You will have responsibility for ensuring we have healthy and impactful relationships with key media to help us deliver against key strategic objectives to be recognised as the go-to voice advocating for gender equality in football by driving audience awareness and engagement.
You will be comfortable and competent using digital platforms, including website content management systems (full training will be provided) and social media channels.
You’ll have good interview skills to ensure a constant stream of news articles for our website and member communications. You’ll also have a creative eye and design competency as you will be required to create assets for use across our platforms.
You’ll be willing to support across all areas of the business, as we are a small team and often help each other out, as and when needed.
The role will be 3 days per week and you’ll work from home. We have always been a successful remote-working team, even before the pandemic. The working days can be flexible, but must be between Monday and Friday and must include Tuesday. Some work in the evenings or at weekends will be necessary and some UK (and potentially overseas) travel may be required when allowed / appropriate. You’ll report to the WIF Head of Marketing and Commercial.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Content Creation
Maintain WIF Website
Social Media
E-Newsletter
PR
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a proactive approach to communications and an excellent level of writing experience in press or online, preferably with relevant examples focused around sport or football based themes. The following capabilities are key for this role:
Preferable / Nice to have
The following would also be beneficial for this role:
You’ll be UK based and able to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
Diversity, equality and inclusion are in WIF’s DNA and our commitment to them is what drives us. We celebrate multiple approaches and multiple points of view and everyone is welcome. If you work with us, you’ll be empowered to bring your whole, authentic self to work - to be you. We know that this is how you will thrive, and that if you thrive, WIF will thrive.
We want our workplace to look like the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and especially encourage applications from people whose ethnicity is underrepresented in the football workforce, people who identify as LGBTQi+, disabled people, people of faith, men and people who have experienced exclusion or marginalisation.
We want this recruitment process to be as accessible as possible, but know that there might be more that we can do, particularly if you have experienced exclusion, disadvantage or discrimination, or if you have particular accessibility needs. We would be happy to provide any reasonable adjustments that you may require - please get in touch with us, and we can think together about how to make this process easier for you.
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you fulfil our requirements for this role and would like to apply for the position, please send your CV and cover letter to info@womeninfootball.co.uk by midnight Sunday, 25th April, 2021. Please include links to any relevant online articles or features you have written within your CV or cover letter.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online video interview and may be asked to complete a short written task as part of the interview process.
We look forward to hearing from you.
For more information about Women in Football, please visit www.womeninfootball.co.uk
Apply by: 25 April 2021
Women in Football
Apply by: 1 July 2021
B Engaged
Start date: 1st July 2021
Who are we?
B-Engaged is a fast growing company operating in the Sports industry with clients who are athletes and brands. We work in every aspect of modern sports—with footballers, and clubs, brand owners and brand managers. We are a full-service organisation, supporting our diverse roster of talent and brands, strategic brand development, content production and beyond.
Who are you?
Motivated, driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At B-Engaged, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
The Role:
B-Engaged is seeking a Partnerships Manager. This position reports to the CEO and serves as a key member of the B-Engaged partnerships team servicing athletes and brands. You will develop upon the existing B-Engaged partnerships process through new ideas, develop partnerships strategies for clients and prospective clients, through to outreach to prospects in order to help secure new business and revenue for B-Engaged.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have…
Salary: Dependent on experience
Start Date: 1 July 2021
If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online by sending your CV and cover letter including successful partnerships / new business examples of your work to info@b-engaged.co.uk to join the B-Engaged team today!
Apply by: 1 July 2021
B Engaged
Apply by: 28 April 2021
Team marketing
Become a Trustee of the Royal Navy Football Association (RNFA) Charity No: 1164897
DIGITAL PARTNERSHIPS DELIVERY
Closes: 28th April 2021
THE PROGRAMME
The Graduate Talent Programme is a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your career, working in a fast-paced,
international environment. You will work on UEFA’s Club Competitions, supporting UEFA and its commercial
partners in digital rights activation and delivery. Spanning an 18-month period, the programme offers
rotations within different departments at TEAM, all with a focus on digital strategy. This will allow you to
develop a strong understanding of the work of these departments and the value they bring to UEFA. You will
develop your project management skills, build strong working relationships with a variety of commercial
partners and get deep insight into the role digital plays in sports marketing.
THE ROLE
As a member of the Digital Strategy team you will support the digital delivery of UEFA’s Club Competitions
for Sponsor Partners, ensuring the delivery of digital contractual rights and providing client servicing to the
highest industry standard, for both UEFA and its commercial partners.
Your responsibilities will include the following:
• Support Social Media content planning on UEFA’s leading platforms (i.e. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Weibo and WeChat) which includes the collection and review of sponsor content for UEFA channels across the UCL, UEL and UECL;
• Support the Digital Partnership Executive in coordinating with our Research and Insights team on tracking and reporting sponsor branded content on UEFA channels;
• Support the Senior Promotions and Marketing Executive in coordinating paid social media campaigns on behalf of sponsors;
• Explore new opportunities and strategies across Digital and Social Media – for example content recommendations for TikTok, Twitch and new gaming opportunities;
• Support the UEFA club competition Sponsor Partnership Management teams via participation in weekly calls and sponsor content reviews to ensure industry leading digital rights delivery;
• Support the wider Digital team with creating presentations for internal and external meetings.
THE CANDIDATE
You need to have completed your Bachelor’s or Master's degree or be on track to do so before the
programme starts in July/August 2021.
In addition, you must have:
• A pro-active approach, with close attention to detail;
• A strong appreciation for digital marketing and how commercial partners can best exploit digital sponsorship rights;
• Excellent partnership management skills, coupled with a strong service-minded approach;
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work;
• Problem solving ability, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach;
• A confident and outgoing personality – we have a great culture here and we want you to feel part of it;
• Fluency in spoken and written English (additional languages are an asset).
This full‐time position is a 100% standard working hours role and will be based at TEAM’s offices in Lucerne,
Switzerland with some occasional international travel.
This is a unique opportunity to work on industry leading, premium sports properties and to start a truly
international career. If you are a highly talented professional, who wishes to further your career in an
exciting, professional and international environment you are invited to send your CV and covering letter to
Nina Suter, HR Business Partner, at recruiting@team.ch.
Apply by: 28 April 2021
Team marketing
Apply by: 7 May 2021
Royal Navy Football Association
Become a Trustee of the Royal Navy Football Association (RNFA) Charity No: 1164897
Closes: 7th May 2021
The RNFA is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and was first registered in its current legal form on 17 December 2015. The Charity was previously an unincorporated association prior to changing to its legal entity.
The charitable object is to promote the physical efficiency of members of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines through the provision of administrative and financial support and facilities to enable past and present members of all ranks of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and their dependants to participate in Football activities.
In order to achieve this, we provide innovative solutions in:
The Royal Navy recognises that its people are the most important factor in delivering operational effectiveness and values the diversity and range of individual skills and talents of its personnel. It is resolutely committed to ensuring that all Naval Personnel have equality of opportunity for employment, training and advancement based solely on their merits and abilities and can work in an inclusive environment free from any form of intimidation, humiliation, harassment, bullying or other abuse or unfair treatment. As the most participated sport played in the Royal Navy and Royal Marines, the Royal Navy FA has a key role to play in this strategy of ensuring our people are fit to fight and fit for life.
The Charity is run by an Executive of 10 serving members of the Royal Navy, who have been delegated day to day responsibilities by the board of Trustees As a member of the Board of Trustees, you will have specific statutory duties, such as ensuring that The Royal Navy FA complies with governing documents, charity law and other relevant legislation and that we use our resources responsibly to achieve our aims. You will also contribute to the board of trustees’ role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, ensuring effective financial measures, controls are in place, along with having responsibility for the delivery of the association’s 3-year business plan. The Charity employs a full time CEO and Football Development Manger along with a part time Finance and Development Administrator. The Royal Navy provide a full-time rating in a governance administrator role
We warmly welcome applications from those who are new to trustee/board work as well as individuals who have a proven track record in governance roles. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds and are looking for candidates who can contribute greater diversity of representation and thinking to our Board and be fully aligned to our vision and values.
The ideal candidate would be required to have a strong background in any of the following areas:
This is a voluntary role that is unpaid, but you can claim reasonable expenses if required, such as travel to attend meetings in person. Trustees serve for a term of three years with the opportunity of a further 2 terms. The new Trustees will be expected to commit to a minimum of 3 meetings a year, which are held normally in Portsmouth, in addition to preparation and reading time.
For more information contact CEO Steve Johnson, steve.johnson@navfa.com or by calling 02392 573025.
To download an application form below.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 7th May 2021 Please send (via e mail only) to: steve.johnson@navyfa.com
Interview Date: Shortlisted candidates will be advised w/c 17th May 2021 and invited to attend a virtual interview w/c 24th May 2021.
Apply by: 7 May 2021
Royal Navy Football Association
Apply by: 19 April 2021
Player4Player
Contract Type: Paid Part-Time Internship
The Organisation
Player4Player is a unique initiative co-founded by former footballers to provide current and former players with unrivalled expertise and trusted services to promote and protect their careers. Our priority is always to maximise players’ interests and wellbeing.
Overview
Player4Player is looking for a Digital Community Manager to increase and engage our target audience across all operated social media platforms.
This will principally be achieved through online conversations and interactions.
They will also provide support to our external social media agency with the implementation of our social and audience strategy from content ideation and creation through to platform publishing.
The aim is to increase awareness and adoption of the support and services we offer to players whilst promoting our brand values of integrity, transparency and passion.
Communication skills and a strong interest in football and social media are fundamental.
Paid part-time internship working remotely for a minimum of 3 months.
Based within the UK, so there is availability to attend events if required.
Roles & Responsibilities
> Lead online community management by managing the day-to-day social activity including communicating with the Player4Player audience and responding to any queries or comments promptly.
> Monitor social media platforms at regular intervals each day to identify opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations with players or relevant organisations in the industry to build valuable relationships.
> Maximise players’ awareness and adoption of the support and services we offer through your work.
> Ensure your work is consistent with organisation’s values, business priorities and brand objectives including through using a consistent and appropriate tone of voice in all communications.
> Align with and support the execution of Player4Player's social and audience strategy, led by our external social media agency, including offering suggestions.
> Have the opportunity to propose ideas for audience led, image and video social assets, optimised and tailored by platform, providing informed opinions on both created and curated content.
> Review key audience metrics, qualitative and quantitative, to make suggestions for enhancing social media output.
> Keep up to date on current and emerging social and digital trends and platforms.
> Stay informed of the latest news and updates on issues relevant to both current and former players in both the men’s and women’s games.
> Offer a social media perspective on overall organisation strategy and operations.
> Attend occasional events if required to capture content that can be utilised on digital and social media platforms.
> Report to the CEO and General Manager, delivering weekly community update and review.
Candidate Requirements
> Possess excellent communication skills.
> Highly self-motivated individual that can work independently.
> Ability take initiative, assume responsibility and proactively problem solve.
> Passion for football and social media.
> Broad understanding of football and player community.
> In-depth knowledge and familiarity of social media platforms and audiences.
> Possess a drive and ambition to contribute to the growth of Player4Player and fulfil its mission through its social media presence.
> Commitment to personal development and learning.
> Desirable to possess experience of working within both digital and sports sectors, building engaged communities online and being employed in a client facing capacity but not essential.
> Work remotely with access to own computer and internet connection but based in UK.
> Role is part-time with the number of hours negotiable dependent on candidate’s circumstances. They will be required to be spread their hours of work across both weekdays and weekends.
> Willing to start immediately and must be available for a minimum of 3 months.
> This internship would be suitable for a current or recent student that is looking to gain experience and is interested in pursuing a future career in the sports industry.
Benefits
> Be part of a growing organisation with a valuable mission.
> Opportunity to engage with stakeholders across the football industry, both in the men’s and women’s game.
> Gain experience of building an online community for a recently launched start-up.
> Flexible hours and work remotely.
How To Apply
Email your CV (max 2 pages) and why you are the ideal candidate for this role in no more than 500 words to doug@player4player.com by Monday 19th April 2021.
Moredetails can be found here.
Apply by: 19 April 2021
Player4Player
Apply by: 30 April 2021
Birmingham City
Term: August 2021 – May 2022
Department: Academy Operations
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Kings Norton, Birmingham B38 9EJ
Salary: Expenses only
Application closing date: 30/04/2021
Birmingham City Football Club is offering a full-time Academy Operations Work Placement working within the Academy Operations team. The chosen applicant will gain valuable experience working in Academy Operations within professional football and have the chance to apply their academic knowledge within an applied setting. This opportunity will also aim to accelerate their studies, give practical experience in the workplace and increase employability on completion of their studies.
Candidates will have the chance to gain knowledge, skills, and experience in Academy Operations by providing their input in the following areas:
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
The role will be varied and will require a hardworking dedicated individual and in exchange we can guarantee that the experience you will gain from the role will stand you in great stead for any future career in the business or professional football sector. In order to get the best from this opportunity, it is imperative that applicants are able to commit to the position for the entire 2021-22 season.
How to apply
Please click on the link here to apply for this role.
A shortlist of suitable applicants will be compiled shortly after the closing date and successful candidates will be contacted about the interview process.
Applicants must be able to evidence that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community. Positive About Disabled People.
Apply by: 30 April 2021
Birmingham City
Seven League
Reporting to: Consulting Partner
The Role
Seven League is looking for a Senior Account Manager to work on an array of prestigious clients in the sporting world. This is a full-time position with a three month probation period. Seven League has a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer.
We are looking for a passionate, hard-working and capable person to join us as a Senior Account Manager.
This role will be wide-ranging and the candidate will need to react to the needs of the business and its clients – it may include tasks such as managing social media managers or writing and presenting digital strategies or briefing digital content production as well as working directly with our clients on a daily basis. It is possible that this person may be embedded with a client on behalf of Seven League as part of the role.
The right individual for this role will have a broad range of skills and will be looking for a varied role in which they will be challenged and grow rapidly by rising to those challenges. This individual will be a motivated self-starter with a high work-rate and a thirst for knowledge.
Responsibilities would include a mix of the following:
- Presenting ideas, campaigns and strategies to clients of all levels
- Managing content production including working with graphic designers and video editors
- Briefing and managing social media community managers in multiple countries
- Social media and website content planning and evaluation including KPI tracking
- Creation of digital strategies based on solid analysis that transform sports organisations
- Determining and clarifying strategic and operational problems via consultation (e.g. running interviews and workshops)
- Analysing and interpreting research and stats to detect trends and create strategic and operational recommendations
- Identification of revenue growth, customer acquisition and retention opportunities and delivery of relevant recommendations
- Resource planning, project management and milestone tracking
- The creation of marketing campaigns including planning, basic SEO, asset production and paid media advertising (Facebook, Twitter and Google)
- Writing reports
- Understanding the latest digital trends, and reporting this back to the wider team and clients
- Working with all other personnel to develop and achieve the company’s overall strategic goals
- Contributing to business development of new and existing clients
- Being an ambassador for Seven League and the Mailman group, maintaining a professional approach at all times
Requirements
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a good combination of the following skills and attributes:
1. Solid experience in digital content, social media, marketing or commercial roles
2. A keen understanding of digital technologies, social media platforms, websites, apps and content production
3. Technically savvy and passionate about the latest digital trends and developments
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
5. Excellent client facing skills or experience of working with a wide range of senior stakeholders within an organisation
6. A passion for sport and its ability to positively impact society
Personal skills, education and training
Essential
- Five years’ experience of digital (content, social media, marketing, commercial)
- Significant social media and/or website experience in a professional capacity with keen insight into best practice for businesses and brands
- Experience of content planning, production and publishing
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal including strong presentation skills
- Highly numerate with good experience of using spreadsheets to understand and manipulate data
- Advanced user of Microsoft Office, in particular statistical manipulation in Excel and creating PowerPoint presentations
- Organised and an ability to meet fixed deadlines
- A commitment to continual professional development of oneself and others
Desirable
- Experience using analytics platforms (Google, Facebook, Twitter)
- Experience of running social media channels or websites
- Understanding of marketing: research, campaign planning, audience segmentation, profiling and content targeting
- Experience, or a solid understanding, of Twitch as a platform
- Knowledge of Photoshop and/or video editing software
- Good understanding of the techniques of SEO and SEM
- Commercial sports rights experience for example valuing assets, selling rights or digital sponsorships
- Experience working in other markets specifically within Europe, the US and Asia
Personal
- Comfortable under pressure (presenting, running workshops, giving clients feedback etc.)
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, manage budgets and meet deadlines
- Demonstrable ability to learn new skills with a readiness to share those skills among other members of the team
- Strong initiative with a 'can do' attitude and willingness to be flexible in approach to achieve desired outcomes
- Enthusiasm for the opportunities presented by digital technology
- Hard working, flexible and adaptable (sport, and therefore our work, often takes place at the weekend)
- Strong initiative with a 'can do' attitude
- Customer or client focused approach
- A passion for digital culture and sport
Accounts
Working with leading global sports brands
Benefits
The Package
Salary: Commensurate based on experience
Holiday: 20 days (increasing by one day per year of service, to maximum 25 days)
Other benefits:
- Half mobile phone-bill paid
- Full home broadband bill paid
- Tax-free cycle scheme
- Performance and salary review once a year
- Being in a challenging and high profile company with a great and growing reputation
- Working with leading global sports brands including the NBA, FIFA, NFL, UEFA, England Netball and several Premier League clubs
How to apply
Please click on the link here to apply for this role.
Seven League
Crystal Palace
Location: Within 3 miles (15 minutes), easy access to Academy Training Ground, BR3 1RJ
Remuneration: £25 per player/per night
Closing Date: Ongoing
Job Description
Crystal Palace Football Club are currently seeking host family providers to support our academy players who will be required to live away from home to fulfil their education and football training at our club. This provision supports our young people’s holistic experience and will enable them to reach their full potential.
The host family provider will help fulfil the club’s duty of care with regard to our young people by ensuring homely accommodation is provided throughout the season to our young people who require it. Our placements vary from one-night stays to 5-7 nights per week and we are looking for host families who can offer either of these placement types to our young people aged between 15 – 21 years old.
Requirements and Responsibilities:
• Provide a homely and friendly environment for our young people.
• Support our young people by teaching them basic independent living and self-care skills such as washing, cooking and cleaning up after themselves.
• Provide meals in line with nutritional guidance from the Academy.
• Accommodation has access to public and local amenities with good transport links to the Academy training ground.
• Report any welfare concerns to the Academy Safeguarding and Welfare team should they occur.
• Include our young people in family life as much as they feel comfortable with.
• The club will regularly inspect and visit the placement during the season.
• The club will provide further guidance to host families, young people and their parents explaining what would be expected of them.
Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and young people and expects host families to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and risk assessments prior to a placement commencing. Any other person who resides in the household or has regular contact will also legally be required to complete an enhanced DBS. Host Families will be required to attend safeguarding training and workshops (if necessary) arranged by the Academy.
Essential Requirements and Skills:
• Provide the young person with a suitable and safe environment.
• Provide the young person with their own double size bedroom.
• Excellent communication and listening skills and ability to build trusted working relationships.
• Able to cope with the young person’s flexible schedule throughout the football season.
Desirable Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
• Experience and knowledge of working with young people.
• An understanding of the emotional impact and well-being challenges that academy/ professional life may bring.
• Child-focused approach.
• Ability to promote and demonstrate anti-discriminatory practice.
• Capacity to accommodate more than one player.
As part of the recruitment process the club would need to conduct a number of home visits to determine the suitability and ensure the home meets the requirements for hosting young players within the academy.
How to apply
If you feel you are able to support some of our young players please send an email to host.familyenquiries@cpfc.co.uk to express your interest.
Crystal Palace
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Football Club are seeking experienced Football Coaches for our Foundation Phase and Youth Development Phase Football Coaching roles.
There are 2 roles available (one in each category) and both roles are part-time/casual opportunities. both roles will be based at our Training Ground in Portsmouth, but will require travel to a variety of venues in and around the city.
A typical week would entail the following:
Training for both phase’s takes place on a Tuesday and Wednesday (U9s) and U10/11/12/13/14 on a Wednesday and Friday.
Due to the nature of the role, applicants should live within a reasonable commuting distance of Portsmouth. Due to the requirement to attend away games, a clean driving licence is a necessity and a D1 category is desirable.
Experience & Qualifications required:
We require the successful candidate to hold the following:
What can we offer you:
The roles are paid as a rate per session, as follows:
Our commitment to Safeguarding
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people (Under 18), and Adults at Risk and operates an active Safeguarding Policy. We expect our employees to practice to safeguard children and Adults at Risk, protect them from possible abuse and promote their welfare and to fulfil their duty of care.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities
The Club has a strong reputation as an upholder of EFL diversity and inclusion policies. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
How to apply
Please send your CV & Covering Letter to Laura Bridger – HR Manager – laurabridger@pompeyfc.co.uk.
The Club will not consider applications via third parties.
In anticipation of high demand, please note that only successful candidates will be contacted with regards to interview.
Portsmouth
Brighton & Hove Albion
Reports to: Academy Operations Manager
Location: You will be based at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing, West Sussex. You be required to travel to various venues across Sussex.
Hours: As required
Remuneration: £10.00 - £12.00 per hour, Auto-enrolment into the Club’s pension scheme (depending on eligibility), Club discounts and offers, Access to multi-faith room
Job Purpose
To safely transport academy players to and from the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing, West Sussex.
Full job description and person specification click here.
How to apply
Please click here to apply for this role.
Brighton & Hove Albion
Leicester City WFC
Leicester City Football Club are looking to fill the position of Assistant Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist for LCFC Women, working across the whole player pathway.
About The Role
The key duties will be to fulfil the role of a chartered physiotherapist or sports therapist in the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of all injuries and to drive the development of evidence-based protocols for all areas of physiotherapy or sports therapy within LCFC Women.
The successful candidate will also be able to assist in the delivery and development of world class clinical practice within the LCFC Women first team, reserve team and academy teams.
You will be able to monitor and react to the evolving world of sports medicine, keeping up to date with all current research developments and changes in professional regulations and you will ensure the latest clinical, scientific and technical innovations for practice are incorporated into maintaining the highest level of care.
You will ensure that medical practices are aligned with the wider Club, working in collaboration with other medical teams.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
and have significant experience in:
About LCFC Women
LCFC Women competes in the FA Women’s Championship – the second tier of the women’s game behind the FA Women’s Super League.
From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club.
In August 2020, the Club turned professional after being acquired by King Power International – Leicester City’s parent company – and realigned as a core team in Leicester City’s football operation.
The Club plays its home matches at Farley Way Stadium in Quorn, Leicestershire.
Benefits Package
LCFC Women offers a competitive salary and pension scheme.
Contract Type – 6 months fixed-term
Hours Per Week – 37.5 as per training schedule and match programme
Conditions Of The Role
Flexibility with working hours required to meet demands of the role
This role is regarded as a ‘Regulated Activity’ and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Leicester City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identify or expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Leicester City Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, you may be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and prior to taking up any role.
A detailed job description can be found here.
How to apply
If you feel you have the qualities and experience we are looking for please apply by sending your CV, along with a covering letter, by email to recruitment@lcfc.co.uk.
Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply, the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced.
Leicester City WFC
Leeds United
We are currently recruiting staff for the 2020/21 season. Both full and part-time positions are available in the Elland Road and City Centre retail stores.
Job Role
The main objective of the role is to support the store management team ensuring that the store's work is completed on time and to company standard.
Key Responsibilities
Teamwork and communication
Required knowledge, skills and experience
How to apply
Interested applicants should email a copy of their CV to chris.shepherd@leedsunited.com.
Leeds United
Manchester City
Job purpose
To coach and deliver across all Football Education programs in the UK (and Internationally where relevant).
Please note this role is a casual position which means work is offered on an ad-hoc basis. Most of our work in the Football Education Programmes fall within school holidays and summer periods.
Key responsibilities
General responsibilities
Compliance with City Football Group & local partner Safeguarding policies
Key relationships
Scope of job
Qualifications: The level of educational, professional and/or occupational training required.
Experience & Knowledge: proven record of experience, profession or specialism.
General skills & attributes: Flexibility, communication skills, working individually & in a team.
How to apply
Please click on the link here to apply for this role.
City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.
Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
The City Football Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and other vulnerable people across our business. As such, appointment to this post may be subject to Safer Recruitment processes including a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and prior to taking up the role.
If you have any further questions about the role or your application, please contact Careers@CityFootball.com.
Manchester City
Watford
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy at Watford Football Club. We are looking to recruit a number of minibus drivers, to work as part of our professional driving team, on an ad-hoc basis.
We have numerous young players who receive their schooling within Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas, alongside their football education. You will play a key role in providing transport for the players either to or from training and designated pick up points or from their educational provider, along a designated route. In addition, there is the possibility for weekend work, driving teams to away fixtures to various venues across the country.
Hourly rate of pay: £9.00 per hour
Location: Watford FC Training Ground, London Colney and surrounding areas
Type: Casual Worker Agreement
Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK
You must have:
Download the full job advert here.
How to apply
1. Please download and complete the Club application form located here.
2. Please send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all relevant qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and your CV via email to hradmin@watfordfc.com or by post to HR Admin, Watford Football Club, Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0ER.
Watford
Arsenal
The Club is currently seeking exceptional Stewards to work on matchdays/major events on a casual basis at Emirates Stadium. You will operate as an ambassador for the Club and provide a best in class service in order to enhance the fan and customer experience, whilst ensuring safety and security standards are maintained at all times.
Suitable candidates should be smart, friendly and confident when dealing with members of the public.
Responsibilities will include:
Successful applicants on a casual worker basis must be able to demonstrate the following:
Successful applicants will be sent an email confirming they are through to the next stage in due course
How to apply
Please click on the link here to apply for this position. This is an ongoing recruitment process so there is no current closing date for applications.
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
Arsenal
Apply by: 19 April 2021
Charlton Athletic
Lead Goalkeeping Coach
Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground, South East London or as required
Salary: £24,000 per annum
Hours: F/T, CAWFC Matchdays and as directed by your line manager
Closing date: 19th April 2021
Start Date: 1st July 2021
To be responsible for the coaching, training and development of the first team players. You will also have the responsibility for all goalkeeping provisions across the Women’s club. Liaising with the RTC and U21 Goalkeeping Coach(s) to oversee and ensure the same standards and levels of coaching are applied as appropriate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for the day to day development of first team goalkeepers;
• Monitoring of goalkeepers performance during games and training;
• Liaise closely with the first team coaches regarding training, games and progress of goalkeepers;
• Ensure goalkeepers spend sufficient time coached with outfield players;
• Session planning within the goalkeeping development programme;
• Devise individual development plans and schemes based on analysis of performance;
• Play an active role in recruitment and retention of goalkeepers in conjunction with the first team management;
• Produce detailed player reports;
• Attend any required FA in-service training sessions every year;
• To take on any related ad hoc projects as directed by the first team management;
• To undertake CPD organised by the Club.
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
• UEFA A Licence (E);
• UEFA A Goalkeeper Licence (E);
• Emergency First Aid Certificate (D).
Specific Experience:
• Background in football as a player or coach (E);
• Knowledge of development and session planning (E).
Additional Information
• This a full time role that includes work on weekends and evenings.
• The Lead Goalkeeping Coach will only deal with the media in relation to Club matters relating to the Team and shall not communicate with the media in relation to any other matters relating to the affairs of the Club and in particular the acquisition or disposal/release of players. In all dealings with the media, the Senior Goalkeeping Coach will act to promote the Club and the Club’s interests in the best possible terms and in liaison with the Club’s communications department.
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK;
• Charlton Athletic FC is committed to following relevant health & safety regulations and all members of staff are expected to be fully aware and adhere to, at all times, the Club’s H&S and fire safety procedures;
• Charlton Athletic Football Club are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment;
• CAFC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
• Any personal data that you provide to Charlton Athletic Football Club Ltd (data controller) will be processed in line with applicable data protection laws and will be used only for the purpose of recruitment;
• We will keep your personal information for 6 months after which we will erase it. You can always choose to have your data erased earlier by emailing us at dpo@cafc.co.uk
• This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is an outline of activity, roles and responsibilities and is open to change.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we regret that we are unable to respond to unsuccessful applicants.
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Apply by: 19 April 2021
Charlton Athletic
Apply by: 19 April 2021
Charlton Athletic
Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach
Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground, South East London or as required
Salary: Depending on Experience
Hours: F/T, CAWFC Matchdays and as directed by your line manager
Closing date: 19th April 2021
Start Date: 1st July 2021
To be responsible for the sports science and strength and conditioning work with Charlton Athletic Women first team players. You will also have the responsibility for all sports science and strength and conditioning provisions across the Women’s club, including liaising with any RTC and U21 Strength and Conditioning Coach(s) to oversee and ensure the same standards and levels of coaching are applied as appropriate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• The development and delivery of a Sports Science and Strength and Conditioning support program to the Charlton Athletic Women’s FC.
• The delivery of individual and group strength and conditioning services to our women’s players.
• To lead pre-match warm up and post-match cool down sessions.
• To work effectively with the football coaches to develop practices that incorporate physical, tactical, technical and mental components so that time spent training maximises the parameters as efficiently and effectively as possible.
• The assessment, monitoring, analysis and reporting on team and individual player physical and physiological information using relevant technologies and interventions.
• Fully utilizing The PMA and SharePoint systems - analyse, store and monitor all relevant data, providing feedback to players and staff as relevant.
• Provide In-service training where necessary to educate part-time coaches.
• Work with other members of the multidisciplinary team to improve performance through developing, implementing and evaluating strength and conditioning programs.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of work conducted with players and coaches; to include monitoring of heart rate, training loads and intensities, hydration status, session content, session attendance per week/month where appropriate.
• To lead data-collection, analysis and feedback of player monitoring; readiness to train, conditioning, training and match loads for players.
• To assist planning and periodisation of gym and field based seasonal training programmes for players.
• Continued education of the players and when necessary their parents/guardians through planned structured sessions.
• Perform physical testing at regular times throughout the season, monitor and assess activities to construct profiles and log adaptation to training stimulus.
• Work effectively with other support staff and services, including physiotherapy/medical services, to provide an integrated approach to performance enhancement.
• Ensure that the delivery of the strength and conditioning service effectively meets its commitments to the players and coaches.
• Work with a nutrition consultant to develop nutritional strategies to promote performance nutrition.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties for the Manager, Sports Science/Conditioning Department, Physiotherapy Department or other club staff members as may be requested.
• The Candidate like all other staff members is required to make suggestions to improve the working situation within their area of work.
• Attend any FA workshop, calls or meetings where required.
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Extremely motivated and passionate about high performance sport
• Degree in sports science or related area specialising in the area of physical preparation of elite athletes.
• Other relevant qualification/courses/accreditation.
• Experience in providing S&C support to female athletes and coaches to improve performance.
• Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating strength and conditioning programmes.
• Knowledge of and ability to construct strength, power and endurance-based training programmes, both gym and field based.
• Knowledge of and ability to coach and integrate football skills and techniques into strength and conditioning sessions where deemed appropriate.
• Ability to implement innovative ideas, problem solve, make decisions and be comfortable working under pressure within strict time-frames.
• An understanding of I.T. and ability to use computer-based programmes to fulfil the role of the job.
• Commitment to continued professional development, both personally and departmentally.
• Current DBS check.
Additional Information
• This a full time role that includes work on weekends and evenings.
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK;
• Charlton Athletic FC is committed to following relevant health & safety regulations and all members of staff are expected to be fully aware and adhere to, at all times, the Club’s H&S and fire safety procedures;
• Charlton Athletic Football Club are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment;
• CAFC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
• Any personal data that you provide to Charlton Athletic Football Club Ltd (data controller) will be processed in line with applicable data protection laws and will be used only for the purpose of recruitment.
• We will keep your personal information for 6 months after which we will erase it. You can always choose to have your data erased earlier by emailing us at dpo@cafc.co.uk
• This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is an outline of activity, roles and responsibilities and is open to change.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we regret that we are unable to respond to unsuccessful applicants.
Click 'apply for this job' to apply!
Apply by: 19 April 2021
Charlton Athletic
Charlton Athletic
Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground, South East London or as required
Hours: Evenings and weekends
The club is seeking qualified Physiotherapists or Sports Therapists to deliver medical provision for our academy age-groups. This includes training sessions, injury clinics and match day medical cover for the foundation and youth development phases.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support the delivery of injury prevention, injury surveillance, and individual rehabilitation.
You will hold a BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or a related field and also hold relevant first aid qualifications. FA safeguarding and DBS certification will also be required. More advanced pitch-side pre-hospital care qualifications would be desirable, such as the FA ITMMiF or ATMMiF qualification (or equivalent).
Key responsibilities
Main job requirements and person specification
Education/Qualifications/Training:
How to apply
Please click on the link here to apply for this role.
Charlton Athletic
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