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Vacancy: Education County FA Coordinator

Salary: Competitive
Role location: St. George's Park
Type of contract: Full Time

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 world leading operations and service support to County FA’s , learners and stakeholders across the business.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the management of a County FA Operating model to provide bespoke support and track standards across the CFA network
• Support the planning, implementation and monitoring of a County FA Engagement Plan
• In conjunction with the Grassroots Divisions CFA Workforce Strategy, coordinate the implementation of a bespoke training and development programme to support the ongoing workforce needs across the County FA network
• Provide consistent communication across the County FA network, working collaboratively across the FA
• Tailor individual County FA business support to enhance both Operational and National Game Strategy delivery
• Responsible for the tracking and reporting of  expenditure for the CFA Engagement plan budget
• Work closely with the Education Services team to manage the collation and analysis of County FA Customer feedback to enhance FA Education service standards and perception
• Support the creation of an FAE Operating Manual to ensure minimum standards and clear consistent processes across FA Education
• Provide flexible project management support across FAE Operations
• Work in a flexible and agile manner to support wider FAE Operations, including Education Services phone and email support as and when required

What we are looking for:

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of working in a fast paced customer focused environment and delivering excellent customer service
• Proven team-working experience
• Ability to demonstrate working with and supporting internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of driving improvements in administration processes and procedures
• Experience of budget management
• Knowledge of the County FA network
• Proficient skills in MS Office including Excel

Desirable

• Experience of working within a sporting organisation / association
• Project Management experience

What we can offer you:

• An exciting and challenging role within a changing, dynamic and world-renowned sports organisation.
• Attractive benefits and a competitive salary for the right candidate.

How to apply

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. Please click here to apply.

Vacancy: Physiotherapist

City Football Group is the owner of a number of football related businesses with global relevance. These include high profile professional football clubs, academies, technical support and marketing companies. CFG’s clubs include the Premier League’s Manchester City FC, MLS Franchise New York City Football Club in the United States, Melbourne City FC of the Australian A-League, and a minority shareholder in Yokohama Marinos of the J-League in Japan, a shareholder in La Liga Club, Girona FC and ownership of Uruguayan club, CA Torque. 

The common aim across all clubs is to provide the best possible experience and an unrivalled opportunity for fans and communities to participate in, and benefit from, football at both a local and global level. City Football Group prides itself on having a diverse family of employees who share a passion for beautiful football and a steadfast commitment to the local community. City people are innovative, collaborative and motivated by success.

We are currently recruiting an experienced physiotherapist (MCWFC) on a full time permanent basis.  

The successful candidate will contribute to the aims and objectives of the Medical and Sport Science department through the delivery of best practice physiotherapy along with the care pathways outlined and governed by CFG Human Performance departments and the Head of Sport Science and Medicine (MCWFC).

Key responsibilities include:

• To fulfil the role of a chartered physiotherapist in the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of all injuries.
• To lead in the delivery and development of world class clinical practice within the medical department (MCWFC)
• To drive the development of evidence-based protocols for all areas of physiotherapy within the MCWFC & associated teams using all available resources including the latest research and collaboration with clinical specialists.
• To contribute fully within the CPD programme of the department, through both participation and delivery at MCWFC/wider CFG/Man City Academy CPD sessions
• Be actively involved in an interdisciplinary approach of working within the department that includes close links to all areas of the club.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in promoting a high performance culture and continue to drive the Women’s and Girl’s programmes forward.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter quoting vacancy reference JM- 697 to jobs@cityfootball.com. Please also include your salary expectations. 

The full job description can be downloaded by clicking on the link here.

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.

Vacancy: Safeguarding Manager

Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre and St. Andrew’s Trillion Trophy Stadium
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week to include matchdays
Salary: Competitive

Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be shut down as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced.

The main responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensure Club compliance with statutory obligations under relevant legislation and the adherence to the rules and regulations surrounding Safeguarding as laid down by the relevant governing body under which the Club is bound – i.e. the Football League or the Premier League and BCC.
• To monitor and identify each of the activities across the Football Club which require Safeguarding best practice principles, and work with those personnel to increase their awareness and education whilst helping to ensure the Club’s safeguarding processes apply across its working practices.
• Work closely with and report on a regular basis to the Club’s Senior Management Lead for safeguarding and provide advice on any progress, issues that may arise or project work as so required.
• Work closely with HR and Heads of Department to develop and implement safer recruitment and induction practices across the organisation.
• Continuously work to maintain, embed and improve the Club’s safeguarding provision across the Club ensuring the highest standards for safeguarding vulnerable groups, policies practices and good practice guidelines.
• Manage the development, implementation, promotion and review of the Safeguarding vulnerable groups policies, practices and good practice guidelines and regularly review the policies in place, amending and updating where necessary in line with changing legislation or regulations, and creating new policy where so required or identified.
• Communicating any such changes to policy or process accordingly and working with colleagues to understand the policy and processes required as so implemented
• Named lead member of staff to manage safeguarding incidents, concerns and allegations.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date records on all safeguarding incidents, concerns or allegations.
• Give support and guidance to all staff regarding safeguarding and ensure the implementation plan for safeguarding is being followed.
• Lead and provide direction to Safeguarding Officers.
• Ensure that Safeguarding Officers are trained, supported and supervised.
• Act as the Club’s lead source of safeguarding support, advice and expertise.
• Ensure staff understand their individual responsibilities to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable groups.
• Ensuring all staff have undertaken FA safeguarding training.
• Deliver all internal FA safeguarding courses.
• Verify all DBS applications, certificates and Right to Work documents for all members of staff.
• Work closely with staff to ensure host families are all assessed in line with statutory regulations and following best practices in their delivery of the service.
• Be the main point of contact for host families and players for all safeguarding and welfare issues.
• Be involved in the decision making process for allocating full time players to families.
• Ensuring copies of host families’ gas safety certificates and insurance documents are obtained. Academy Specific Duties:
• Be a visible, accessible and approachable presence within the Academy environment for all stakeholders.
• Produce of a monthly safeguarding, welfare and equality report for the AMT which details all resolved and unresolved safeguarding, welfare and equality issues within the Academy department.
• Support the AMT in the production of the APP and in meeting EPPP requirements.
• Deliver staff CPD workshops on a 10-week cycle to update around current trends, changes in legislation and offer refreshers in key processes.
• Induction training/workshops for all new starters around Club safeguarding policy, referral process, staff responsibilities, and how to identify the signs of abuse and neglect.
• Facilitate parent workshops to update around policy and address any concerns.
• Conducting risk assessments for all external venues including trips and tours
• Provide the Operations department with file notes to be added to players files as and when there are any safeguarding concerns/actions

Person Specification Essential Qualifications:
• Relevant degree level qualification or other extensive relevant safeguarding education and experience

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• The ability to work directly with vulnerable groups
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding with a child and adult at risk focussed approach
• Holds and maintains an expert knowledge and understanding of government strategy, legislation, guidance and plans for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups as well as the management of safeguarding incidents, concerns and allegations of poor practice and abuse
• Holds and maintains an expert level of knowledge and understanding of developing and implementing safer recruitment practices
• Ability to provide robust and evaluative evidence demonstrating progress, achievements and compliance
• Ability to work effectively under own direction and demonstrate effective strategic leadership without close supervision or day-to-day management
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively, clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing with colleagues, vulnerable groups and their parents/carers.
• Ability to recognise and challenge inappropriate behaviour and poor practice.
• Discretion and ability to keep confidential information confidential sharing information only where appropriate 
• Ability to record, handle and store clear and comprehensive records and information in line with legislation

Desirable Skills and Abilities:

• A successful track record of providing leadership at senior strategic level within a comparable organisation
• A successful track record of supporting and driving organisational change
• Experience of writing reports for and presenting to Senior Management Team
• Experience in contributing and working as part of a team
• Knowledge and experience of identifying and managing risk
• Experience of offering safeguarding advice and support to colleagues, vulnerable groups and their parents/carers within a comparable organisation
• Experience of successful safeguarding policy and procedure development and implementation
• Experience of developing and monitoring quality assurance and improvement processes
• Experience of safeguarding training/education development, delivery and evaluation specific to individual roles and responsibilities within a comparable organisation

Personal Requirements:

• Well organised, able to prioritise workload whilst being flexible and able to cope with the unexpected or unplanned
• Personable and approachable with excellent interpersonal skills
• Thinks broadly and strategically
• Remains focused on responsibilities and objectives
• Must adhere to confidentiality and data protection procedures at all times

Terms of Appointment:

• 37.5 hours per week
• 20 days annual leave pro rata (rising by 1 day on completion of each full year to a maximum of 25 days on the eve of 5 years continuous employment) plus 8 statutory bank holidays
• 6 months probation

Special Conditions:

• Flexibility with working hours required to meet demands of the role
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. 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
• Full and clean UK driving licence

Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomesapplicants from all sectors of the community.

Vacancy: Production Manager

Job Introduction

From the World Cup to the Winter Olympics, The FA Cup, 6 Nations and Wimbledon, BBC Sport is at the heart of the worlds major sporting events. Throw in our flagship shows such as Match of the Day, Sports Personality of the Year, and the success of the Rio Olympics, and we truly have a portfolio to shout about.

We are now seeking a Production Manager to join our Sport Production Manager team.

Role Responsibility

The successful candidate will professionally manage a slate of Football productions from preparation for green light through to delivery using specialist production management skills, knowledge and experience, reporting to a Head of Production.

You will work with two Production Managers across the Football portfolio and in partnership with editorial colleagues to deliver theoutstanding, distinctive, multi-platform content that BBC Sport is renowned for, by providing the ways to realise editorial ambitions within operational and financial constraints.

The role will bring effective leadership to production management staff on the production(s) and play a key role in maintaining a professional pan-BBC production management community.

Are you the right candidate?

We're looking for a talented individual with a considerable knowledge of Live and Highlights programme making and experience of studios and outside broadcasts.You will be confident managing relationships , working with key stakeholders from The Premier League to Sky, Dock 10 and The Farm.You will have demonstrable working knowledge of end-to-end production, being jointly accountable with editorial colleagues for a variety of aspects including compliance with BBC policies and managing the operational performance of the production(s).

The ideal candidate will shape and plan productions, manage and deliver them whilst planning and managing the productions finances.You will be required to embrace BBC Sport objectives to deliver new audiences, digital output and multi-platform , coupled with experience of encouraging and supporting creativity, innovation and diversity within teams.

You will be an experienced Manager and enjoy developing the skills of your Production Management team. You will be a confident communicator and able to liaise with a range of Producers, On Air talent, suppliers and Host Broadcasters and collaborate with the other Production Managers within Sport and across BBC North.

A real interest in sport is beneficial to enable efficient running of the output.

Package Description
Band: D
Contract type: 12 Month FTC/Attachment
Location: MediaCity, Salford

Were happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation.
Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification.
Benefits - We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more.

About the BBC

Diversity matters at the BBC. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC whether thats to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals. And we promote flexible working opportunities where operational needs allow.

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

Additional documents

BBC Values Guide click here.
Job Description click here .

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Vacancy: Club Solicitor

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus company benefits
Position: Full time, Permanent
Days of work: Monday – Friday inclusive

Norwich City Football Club is looking to recruit a qualified Solicitor with 3 to 4 years Post Qualified Experience. Candidates must have a strong academic background and solid training from a reputable Law firm or recognised in-house Legal department.

The Club Solicitor will provide or, where applicable, source proactive legal and business focused advice for all areas of the Club ensuring risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.

Other key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Draft, review and finalise agreements across all areas of the Club.
• Analyse, identify and collaborate with departmental leadership and key stakeholders to highlight key risk areas within the Club, providing clear and practical advice on how to mitigate or avoid such risks.
• Implement, monitor, and improve control systems and practices to ensure regulatory compliance and good practice.
• Raise business wide awareness of legal and regulatory compliance requirements to both senior leaders and Club wide personnel.
• Legal interface to all areas of the business, developing and nurturing relationships with key senior stakeholders to drive the best solutions.
• Manage external legal advisors to provide specialist legal advice to ensure the business receives advice and assistance from industry experts, balancing the requirement for bespoke legal advice against the requirement to manage external legal spend.
• Draft, review and finalise agreements across all areas of the Club.

The ideal candidate will be capable of building strong relationships both internally and externally, in particular with senior stakeholders in the business. Capable of drafting commercial contracts autonomously with an ability to see wider commercial issues is a key part of this role.

Other attributes include:

• Experience of sports related work and/or employment law is preferable but not essential.
• Ability to instruct and manage work through external legal providers.
• Ability to work autonomously, collaboratively and proactively.

As employees are based at multiple sites this role is likely to require travel between the Stadium and the Club’s training ground therefore a full driver’s license is essential.

Full job description click here.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the position and your CV to vacancies@canaries.co.uk.. 

Vacancy: Academy Goalkeeping Coach (part-time)

We are currently recruiting for a part time Academy Goalkeeping Coach.

You will be responsible for the delivery of the Goalkeeper coaching programme across the whole Academy and for the development of goalkeepers within the youth programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively plan, deliver and evaluate goalkeeper coaching sessions in line with the club’s philosophy.
• To assist with the planning and delivery of tactical and technical goalkeeper coaching programme in alignment to the Academy syllabus.
• Work with Academy coaches to produce and deliver detailed regular individual goalkeeper progress reviews and produce and implement individual goalkeeper development plans for goalkeepers.
• To assist with the evaluation of all coaching sessions and matches and ensure that the relevant information is recorded fully.
• To profile the technical, tactical, physical, and psychological attributes of each player, then create and agree individual development programmes for them.
• To assist with performance reviews, in line with the requirements of the Academy, and deliver feedback to players and parents both formally in meetings, and informally as required
• Manage the logistics for all goalkeeper training sessions and be responsible for maintenance of training equipment as required by goalkeepers.
• Work closely and meet regularly with the First Team goalkeeper coach to ensure alignment of practices and support of first team objectives.
• Undertake all reasonable tasks assigned by the Head of Youth Football.
• Continuously look to identify opportunities to improve operations and practises in the goalkeeper coaching department.
• Any other duties as required by the football club within the reasonable demands of the role.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as using one’s own initiative, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate on a variety of levels.  

Goalkeeping UEFA B and FA Youth Award is required.

Please note this is a part time vacancy, of 14 hours a week.

Full job description available on the link here.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Vacancy: Academy Physiotherapist (U23s) Development Squad

Middlesbrough Football Club is looking to recruit a Physiotherapist for our CATEGORY 1 ACADEMY, with particular focus on the U23’s Development Squad.  Reporting directly to the Academy Senior Physiotherapist, the main purpose of the job is to facilitate the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and referrals of injuries in the Academy.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, supervision and review of medical treatment for all players
• Assist in the delivery of and give advice regarding medical services based within the Academy, in addition to making clinical and operational decisions when required.
• Oversee and implement a pro-active injury prevention programme within the Academy.
• Assist in the appointment and supervision of sessional members of the Medical Team and be brought in when appropriate, eg chiropractors, masseurs and podiatrist
• Ensure all medical records/databases are accurate, up to date and stored securely and confidentially in line with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
• Attend any relevant Academy briefings/training and any First Team and Academy Home & Away games as directed by the Senior Academy Physiotherapist
• Assist in effectively controlling departmental operating costs in line with budgets
• Ensure that appropriate first aid or primary care provision is available at all games involving Academy teams
• Represent Middlesbrough Football Club at Supporter Meetings, PR events, and Media briefings and be spokesperson for the Club when dealing with the media on company matters in relation to footballing activities in line with company policies and procedures as agreed with the First Team manager and/or Chief Executive.
• Attend appropriate briefing and training sessions organised by the Club
• Maintain and comply with current regulations and protocols relating to Safeguarding

Candidates must:

• Have extensive knowledge of treating footballers and youth players
• Possess a BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy
• Be registered with the Health Professional Council
• Be a chartered physiotherapist and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy  
• Have a strong, proven operational ability and an attention to detail
• Have excellent communication and leadership skills
• Be confident, self-motivated and able to work under pressure
• Be flexible, often working unsociable hours and be able to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• Be able to motivate a team, be decisive and build effective relationship with colleagues and external bodies
• Be eligible to work in the UK

This post falls within the scope of ‘regulated activity’ and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).   Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) check and  are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975.

How to apply 

If you would like to be part of a committed team who value humility, respect and honesty, please contact recruitment@mfc.co.uk to request an application form, quoting Ref. AP/MFC.

Vacancy: Appeals Panel Chairperson

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is the governing body of football in Wales and is responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels from grass roots through to the professional game, including the Welsh Premier League and all international squads.

The FAW is seeking to recruit independent chairperson(s) to chair its Appeals Panel. The Appeals Panel is the FAW’s Judicial Body of second instance operating under Section E of the Rules of the Association. The Appeals Panel hears appeals by either of the relevant Parties against decisions of the FAW’s Disciplinary Panel (FAW’s Judicial Body of first instance), FAW’s Safeguarding Panel or, in certain circumstances, will hear matters referred to it directly by the Officers of the Association.

The Appeals Panel consists of three (3) persons, two of whom are drawn solely from the Officers and Life Vice-presidents of the Association, with the third person being an independent chairperson who is appointed by the FAW on a case by case basis from a list of independent chairpersons.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be required to chair an Appeals Panel hearing when requested and to adjudicate on those matters brought before the Panel.
• Consider the matter and determine the decision taken, with grounds, by the Appeals Panel in a fair and independent way.
• To provide written grounds for a decision.
• Ensure that the Parties before the Appeals Panel are given a fair hearing and the matter conducted in accordance with the Rules of the FAW.

Skills & Competencies

• The individual must be of high standing and probity and be independent of the FAW.
• The individual should possess a sound knowledge of domestic football in Wales as well as association football in general.
• Experience of chairing dispute resolution bodies and of the judicial process, whether sports related or otherwise, is preferable.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to work outside of normal working hours if required.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• An ability to independently consider and analyse complex sets of facts.
• Knowledge of the Laws of the Game as prescribed by the International Football Association Board.
• Knowledge of the Rules and Regulations of the FAW.
• The ability to speak Welsh (advantageous).

The position is for a fixed four-year term with Appeals Panel hearings taking place on an ad-hoc basis. The post holder may be required to attend Appeals Panel hearings throughout Wales and will be reimbursed all reasonable expenses agreed in advance by the FAW.

Attendence fee: £250 per appointment, plus expenses

Equal opportunities

The FAW integrates equality of opportunity into all aspects of its business including appointments.

How to apply

Applications must be supported by a letter detailing why the applicant believes they are a suitable candidate for the post and be accompanied with an up to date curriculum vitae, which should include any current or past involvement in football in Wales.

Applications should be sent to ian.fisher@faw.co.uk clearly marking the subject of your email: ‘Independent Appeals Panel Chairperson’.

Vacancy: AoC Women's Football Apprenticeship Programme 2019/20

Salary: Competitive
Role location: Various FE Institutions
Type of contract: Full Time
Duration: 12 months
Start date: 1 August 2019

Why you should apply:

The FA and AoC Sport apprenticeship programme is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the rapid growth of women and girls’ football across England. Working as part of a national network of apprentices, you will be tasked with engaging 100 girls/women in the game who are new to football both in the college and local community. You will have the opportunity to work with local partners, such as County FA’s, professional women’s clubs and grassroots teams. Alongside your fellow Women’s Football Apprentices, you will come together over the course of the year at the home of English football – Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park – to develop yourself personally and professionally with the help of sector-leading experts organised by AoC Sport. An ambassador for the women’s game, you will learn the ropes of football development, make contacts in the world of women’s football and inspire the next generation of girls and women to play football.

What you’ll be doing:

Based in your local Further Education college, your working week will be spent managing projects, planning and delivering events such as FA Women’s Football Week, meeting with local football stakeholders, recruiting and managing female volunteers to help deliver activity, delivering football activity to college students and primary/secondary students, all the while monitoring and evaluating your work.

At the same time, you will undertake a Level 3 qualification. This will usually manifest itself as one day a week spent learning, writing coursework and completing all necessary aspects of the qualification.

Who we are looking for:

To apply, you will need English and Mathematics to a minimum of Level 2 standard. We are also looking for you to have good organisational skills and the confidence to deliver football activity to a wide range of audiences. Most importantly, you will need to have a passion for developing the women’s game specifically and an ambition to drive success in this area.

Please refer to the individual college advert for specifics surrounding the apprenticeship qualification.

You will need to be available on 20th - 22 August for National Training.

How you apply:

Stage 1: Application form submitted to the college

Stage 2: Interview at the college

Stage 3: Skype interview with AoC Sport and The FA

College Vacancies 

Chichester College - www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-411424 
Exeter College - https://jobs.exe-coll.ac.uk/AccessSelect.rEcruit/Recruitment/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacNo=1262 

Loughborough College - https://www.loucoll.ac.uk/job-vacancies/89293 

Telford College - https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-415953 

Tyne Met College - https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-420914 

Isle of Wight College - https://www.isleofwightjobs.com/job/education-schools-and-playschools/women_and_girls_football_apprentice_1/ 

Sunderland College - https://sunderlandapprenticeships.co.uk/apprenticeships/women-girls-football-apprentice-city-sunderland-college/ 

Vacancy: First Team Scout (Yorkshire)

An opportunity has arisen for a First Team Scout based in Yorkshire to join the recruitment department at Millwall Football Club. The successful applicant will be required to identify players of interest through live and video scouting, and use an online platform to submit reports and information in a timely fashion.

Candidates must have experience of scouting in professional football at first-team level and a working understanding of subjective and objective recruitment methods. The role will involve travelling in the region and working hours will include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. The key points of contact for the role will be the Head of Recruitment, Chief Scout and Recruitment Analyst.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Based in Yorkshire – applicants who live elsewhere will not be considered
• Extensive experience of scouting in professional football at first-team level.
• A demonstrable knowledge of football and passion for talent identification.
• Strong IT and written skills.
• Outstanding organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines.
• Trustworthy, conscientious and reliable.
• Full driving license.

Desirable

• Previous playing and/or coaching experience.
• Previous experience using Scout7 and/or Wyscout.
• Football Association Talent ID qualifications.
• Related sports degree or qualification.

How to apply

Should you be interested in applying, please send your CV and a covering letter to alex@millwallplc.com. 

Vacancy: Training and Skills Manager

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Length of contract: Full time - Permanent

Wigan Athletic Community Trust is looking to appoint a Training and Skills Manager to lead on implementing the Community Trust’s Training and Skills strategy with a particular focus on enhancing the life chances of 16-24 year olds.

You will:

• Manage a number of training and skills projects for 16 – 24 year olds including Level 2 Study Programme, Level 3 Apprenticeships, Traineeships, NCS and Foundation Degree.
• Work with the Head of Community to identify new funding opportunities and partnerships linked to training and skills.
• Manage relationship with a range of partners that the Community Trust has educational contracts with including Wigan and Leigh College, EFL Trust and University of South Wales.
• Develop the training and skills strategy so that the Community Trust can provide a range of in-house training courses for both staff and participants.
• Manage the performance of a team, addressing development needs and tackling any poor performance effectively.
• Lead on monitoring and evaluation processes and implementation of the Community Trust’s Outcome Framework across the Training and Skill section of the Community Trust.
• Manage the internal quality assurance process across all of the Community Trust’s post 16 education provision including Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Foundation Degree programmes.
• As part of the Senior Management Team help to create a culture and environment of continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Support the Head of Community and the Senior Management Team in ensuring continuous professional development opportunities are available to staff across all levels of the Community Trust.
• Represent the Community Trust at relevant stakeholder meetings at both a local and national level.

You will have:

• A proven track record of delivering and managing education projects for post 16 students
• Experience of managing education sub-contracts and of partnership working
• The ability to attract new funding and opportunities to an organisation linked to training and skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational and priortising skills
• The ability to create and build partnerships with external stakeholders
• The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Sound understanding of equality and diversity
• The ability to work on own initiative

Essential Requirements

• Educated to degree standard or equivalent
• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
• 1st4sport Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (or equivalent)
• Experience of teaching within further or higher education
• Proven track record of delivering and managing education projects for post 16 students

Desirable Requirements

• 1st4sport Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (or equivalent)
• 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of PE and School Sport
• 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Multi-Skills Development in Sport
• Understanding of current issues in the education and training sector
• Experience of working in a professional sports club
• Experience within a leadership role and line managing full time staff
• Experience of delivering and managing CPD programme to coaches or teachers
• Full clean driving license

Due to this post being in regulated activity, the potential employee will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Download an application form here.

Download a job description here.

For further details on both these, the person specification, job description and guidance for applicants please click here.

How to apply  

To apply for the position please complete the application form detailing how you meet the criteria for the role. Please return your completed application to jobs@wiganathletic.com or by post to HR, DW Stadium, Loire Drive, Wigan, WN5 0UZ. 

Wigan Athletic Community Trust is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief or sex and sexual orientation.

Vacancy: Investigations & Compliance Officer  

We are excited to offer the opportunity to join our team at Middlesex Football Association as our Investigations & Compliance Officer.  The role will support our Head of Football Services and Designated Safeguarding Officer in handling all matters relating to Safeguarding, Adults at Risk, Disciplinary Cases and Poor Practice.

This fantastic opportunity offers the right candidate the chance to embed the values of commitment, creativity, collaboration and connection across the Company. We are seeking someone who is passionate about football and ensuring the game is played within a safe environment.

This position reports directly to our Head of Football Services and will be a part of a team who are responsible for the Governance of the game in Middlesex.

You must be able to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Experience working within a football/sports environment would be beneficial. 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate team working skills and the ability to work both unsupervised and under their own initiative. The successful candidate will be required to work at our officers at Rectory Park, Northolt.

Full job description is available by clicking on the link here.

How to apply

Please submit your Cover Letter and CV to complete your application for this role by clicking on the link here.

Closing date for all applications is 5pm 1 August 2019

Interview date – Wednesday 14 August 2019

Equality and Diversity

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. To ensure our recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that we maintain a diverse workforce profile, we ask applicants to complete an Equality and Diversity monitoring form to enable us to collate anonymised data, which helps us to monitor the diversity profile of all our job applicants.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

As this role involves direct access to young people under the age of 18 and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will undergo a thorough screening process to ensure their suitability for the role, which will include a Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure Barring Service.

Vacancy: Finance Officer (Football Operations)

Salary: £21,000 per annum (plus casual car user allowance)

Our County Football Association:

Here at North Riding County FA we are responsible for overseeing, promoting and developing local grassroots football and supporting The FA in delivering the National Game strategy.  

The shared values, vision and pride of our workforce is central to our success. We are a team of highly skilled, passionate and hardworking individuals who are committed to the future of grass roots football in Teesside and North Yorkshire .We understand that diversity promotes innovation, and therefore we look for people who are great at what they do, no matter their background.

Overview of the role:

We are seeking to recruit a Finance Officer to work within our Football Operations Team who will lead on the day to day financial management of the company. In addition to this the successful candidate will also support with other administration duties.

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage financial transactions including receipting, banking, petty cash, invoicing using SAGE accounting software and CRM
• Ensure accurate processing of monies for banking and produce the appropriate supporting financial reports
• Create invoices and keep accurate records of payments, contacting customers where payments have not been received
• Make payments on behalf of the CEO to all suppliers, tutors, Association Members etc.
• Support the financial administration of the North Riding Football League
• Support the renewal process for sanction, affiliation and registration of League/Competitions/Associations/Clubs and Referees
• Administering the registration of players, the affiliation of Clubs and the sanctioning of Leagues utilising The FA’s IT systems
• Manage and administrate all County Cup competitions;
• ·Assist with the production and accurate processing of Cup Competition charges and fines
• Ensure all mandatory health and safety duties are carried out within the appropriate timeframe
• Attend mandatory safeguarding training/updates as required by the Minimum Operating Standards
• Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are escalated to the Football Operations Manager or Chief Executive where the FOM is unavailable

Who we are looking for:

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of using SAGE and / or XERO Accounting software.
• Bookkeeping experience
• Proven track record of providing high levels of customer service.
• Significant experience of using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook in a previous role.
• Demonstrates a working understanding of inclusion, equality and anti – discrimination, safeguarding and best practice
• Experience of working with IT software to support the delivery of customer service.  

Desirable

• Knowledge of The FA National Game Strategy
• Knowledge of the grassroots football infrastructure
• Knowledge of FA Rules and Regulations
• Administration / Customer service  qualification  

What we can offer:

• An exciting and challenging role within a changing, dynamic sports organisation.
• A competitive salary and a range of benefits for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will need to be experienced in dealing with the day to day financial transactions of a business; be able to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. They will need to demonstrate exceptional customer service, be able to work as part of a team with excellent planning, communication and presentation skills.

This organisation is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk of harm. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We expect relevant staff to undertake an FA DBS Enhanced level with a check of the children’s barred list and we expect all staff to sign and adhere to a code of conduct.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 8 August.

For further information on the role please email Steven Wade, Chief Executive at steven.wade@northridingfa.com or find details on www.northridingfa.com. 

How to apply

Please send a CV and covering letter marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to: Chief Executive, North Riding County Football Association, Broughton Road, Stokesley, TS9 5NY or email to steven.wade@northridingfa.com. 

North Riding County FA 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.

Vacancy: Academy Administrator

Watford Football Club are currently looking to recruit an Academy Administrator to provide administration and operational support to the Academy, specifically within the U7-U15 age groups, based at the club’s Training Ground in London Colney.

Duties include, but are not limited to, administration of the U7-U15 Games Programme, supporting the trialist induction process by liaising with parents/guardians, collating casual staff timesheets/invoices for payroll and updating records across various internal Academy departments where required. The role will also work closely with the Academy Welfare and Safeguarding Manager and Lead Phase Coaches to ensure all player consent forms for Academy Tours are completed and collated effectively.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, have previous experience of working within an administration/operations environment, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business.

Applicants should ideally live local to Watford and be UK/EU residents or non-residents with a valid UK work permit and ideally have experience working within a similar role.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

Essential:

·  Previous administration experience within a football or sports organization/body.
·  Excellent IT skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook – and oral/written communication skills (both internally and externally).
·  Strong organizational and time management skills and a pro-active, thoughtful and structured approach.
·  Flexible and responsive to ever changing scenarios/demands of the business, ensuring a high level of detail whilst managing pressure.
·  Reliable, motivated and dedicated to the nature of the work and be pleasant, professional and proficient.
·  As the role will be privy to confidential information, the job holder must be discrete at all times.
·  Able to manage several different projects, tasks and responsibilities at once, prioritsing workload effectively.
·  Desire to develop own experience and understanding of effective administration and operational support to a multi-function department
·  Be flexible with your working hours to meet the demands of the role, attending U9 to U14 home fixtures as well as other Watford FC team fixtures when required by the Academy Manager.
·  This role may have regular contact with children therefore it may be required by lawto have a DBS Enhanced Criminal Record Check with children’s barred list check.

Desirable:

·  Knowledge of the Premier League Youth Development Rules, Academy Regulations and EPPP.
·  Understanding of the Football Operations at Academy level, including the Premier League Games Programme U7-U15.
·  Knowledge and understanding of player registration and regulatory guidelines

How to apply

Please download and complete the Club application form by clicking on the link here then send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all required/essential qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and CV via email to HR Admin at hradmin@watfordfc.com or by post to HR Admin, Watford Football Club, Vicarage Road, Watford, WD18 OER

Would you like to be part of Sky Sports Football this season?

#WhatIf – Sky Sports pledged to create a Women in Football placement programme for external candidates to work in various roles with the Sky Sports Football team.

Well, they did - and applications are now open for this fantastic opportunity.

Would you like to be a part of Sky Sports Football next season? This is your chance! Sky Sports Football are looking for three keen individuals to be a part of their team.

Sky are offering three Placement Programme contracts to be part of their football content team in areas like; Live Outside Broadcast, In-house Broadcast; Soccer AM and Soccer Special and digital and social platforms.

They are looking for candidates who want a career in football production, are keen to learn and can bring new ideas to the table.

You will be able to show:

* Strong communication skills
* You’re a supportive team player with a positive can-do attitude
* A passionate interest in sport and media
* A great knowledge of football
* You’re creative
* You’re a quick learner
* You can work 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends

How to apply

The current closing date for applications is Sunday 28 July 2019, but best get on this opportunity and get your application in now.

When you apply, feel free to attach to your application (or paste in web links) supporting examples of football/sport-related work you have previously done (YouTube links, blogs, articles etc)

Type of contract: One of 3 x three months paid placement 
Location: Sky Sports Studios, Isleworth, Middlesex
Assessment Date: TBC during August 2019 
Start dates: 2nd September 2019 or 2nd December 2019 or 02nd March 2020 
Eligibility: To be considered you must be at least 18 years of age, with the right to work in the UK, and able to show a strong interest in working in football. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions, we might withdraw the offer.
 
Click on the link here to apply. Reference Number: 46829

Vacancy: Finance Manager

Salary Scale: £35,000 - £40,000

Surrey FA requires a committed, enthusiastic and flexible individual to support the delivery of their strategy.

The post holder will be required to manage all aspects of the financial operations of the Surrey FA as well as co-ordinating the identification of additional investment and charitable funding opportunities. The role will report the Chief Executive Officer and will line manage the Finance Assistant (part-time).

The successful individual will ideally have previous charities finance experience and knowledge of Xero accounting software. They should be comfortable with running the day to day financial operations of a small business/charity as well as be able to provide financial advice to the management team in relation to commercial and funding agreements, and act as a central repository for funding applications.

The Finance Manager will also take on the role of Company Secretary, be set an annual target to identify and secure new investment opportunities for the board and cost management for the organisation, which initially will be set at £20,000. 

The position is full-time until 30 June 2021 (continuation subject to performance) and is based at Surrey FA’s Headquarters at Meadowbank Football Ground in Dorking, Surrey.    

A full job description can be downloaded here and application form by clicking here.

How to apply

Please send the application form to Anne-Marie Cliffe, Secretary to Chief Executive Officer, Surrey FA, Meadowbank Football Ground, Mill Lane, Dorking, RH4 1DX or by email to Anne-marie.cliffe@surreyfa.com. 

Due to the number of applications we receive for such vacancies, we are unable to respond to everyone and as such if you have not heard from us by Friday 9 August you should consider that you have not been selected for interview.

Interview date: Monday 12 August 2019

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will undergo a thorough screening process, which will include a Criminal Records Check.

Surrey County FA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our Equality policy is available by clicking here. 

Vacancy: Sports Therapist

Department: First Team Medicine
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EJ
Hours of work: 37.5hrs per week (may include evenings and weekends) All matchdays (home and away)
Salary: Competitive 

The main responsibilities of the role include:

• Communicate and promote the 1st Team culture creating an elite environment for the development of our players.
• Have consistently high standards.
• Communicate and engage with staff and players.
• Attend all club and departmental professional development events.
• Monitor the wellbeing of players at all times liaising with the Safeguarding Services Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy and Health & Safety Policy and procedures at all times.
• To ensure that medical notes are confidential as well as completed and uploaded to Benchmark 54 within 24 hours.
• Soft tissue therapy for 1st Team players, pre and post training and home and away fixtures.
• Assist the 1st Team and U23 Phyios’s in the assessment and management of injuries and illnesses to the 1st Team and U23 squads, including relevant referral to internal and external health professionals.
• Accurate recording of all injuries on the Benchmark 54 system.
• Collate, analyze and feedback relevant medical information to the appropriate Club staff for all 1st Team players (but must respect and abide by medical confidentiality laws).
• Assist with the delivery of individual and group strength and conditioning services to our 1st Team players, as necessary.
• Assist implementation of individual injury prevention programmes.
• Provision of medical cover for 1st Team training sessions.
• Work effectively with other support staff and services, including doctors/sport science services, to provide an integrated approach to performance enhancement.
• Attendance at all team meetings and active inclusion in discussions.
• Identify areas for development and work closely with the 1st Team Management, Sports Science & Medical Team & Multi-Disciplinary Teams to ensure necessary performance standards are met and developed.
• Delivery of Soft tissue therapy alongside the 1st Team Masseur to all players. These include pre and post training, recovery strategies and pre-designed individual soft tissue release strategies as identified for each player.
• Assist the 1st Team Physiotherapists with the assessment, management and rehabilitation of injured players.
• Complete stock checks, emergency equipment checks and matchday equipment packing.
• Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equality & Diversity, Safeguarding and Health & Safety Policies and procedures at all times.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary by your Line Manager or Head of Department within the scope of the role.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications:

• BSc (hons) Sports Therapy
• Member of The Society of Sports Therapists.

Essential Technical/Professional Qualifications:

• FA Intermediate Trauma and Medical Management in Football.
• Massage qualified to BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Current DBS clearance

Desirable Technical/Professional Qualifications:

• Strapping qualification

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation of elite level athletes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret movement patterns and posture.
• Experience and understanding of injury minimization strategies.
• Forward thinking mindset to develop the department.
• Excellent computer literacy, specifically in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Desirable Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of Benchmark 54 or experience with similar platforma
• Previous experience within professional football or high-level sport.

Personal Requirements:

• Demonstrate the ability to mix with different departments effectively communicating and distributing information.
• Honesty.
• Hard working.
• Organized
• Flexibility of working week.
• ·Evidence of a commitment to individual professional development.
• 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 FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community.

How to apply

Anyone interested in the above role, please click on the link here to apply.

Vacancy: Apprentice Groundsperson x 2

Term: Permanent Full Time
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, 300 Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL Minimum Age: 16

We are looking for 2 x apprentice groundstaff to assist and support the Groundstaff team in maintaining and preparing high quality playing surfaces* to the appropriate and expected standard in order for professional footballers to ‘train’ on a daily basis (*including surrounding landscaped areas and banks).

The role includes managing and producing all design work along with the following:

Scope of duties:

• To be trained by current staff to be competent at specific jobs including mowing, marking out, divotting, fertilising.
• To assist and support a team of ground staff in the upkeep and maintenance of the 5 priority training pitches and agility areas at Wast Hills Training Ground plus a further training pitches at Wast Hills which are provided for Academy and Community use (total acreage of 50 acres at Wast Hills).
• To assist and support the ground staff in the upkeep and maintenance of the 3G Artificial pitch situated on site.
• To assist and support the ground staff in the upkeep and maintenance of the Indoor Area pitch situated on site.
• To assist and support the ground staff in the upkeep and maintenance of the surrounding landscaped areas and banks.
• To assist in the upkeep and maintenance of all training pitches at the instruction of the Head Groundsman, i.e. provide assistance and support in respect of necessary maintenance procedures being carried out regularly to ensure all Club training surfaces are properly maintained.
• To assist the Ground staff team with regards to the preparation of training pitches, surrounding areas and any associated equipment required for all first team friendly matches, reserve team friendly matches and Academy League fixtures played at Wast Hills Training Ground at the instruction of the Head Groundsman.
• Attend any necessary training courses as and when required by the Company, i.e. in terms of operation of machinery and equipment etc.
• To be conversant with all Health and Safety requirements in respect of the position and to attend any health and safety courses as and when required by the Club.
• Perform basic grounds and landscaping maintenance using power driven tools and equipment, such as mower, edger, power clippers, and vacuum/blower devices.
• Plant, water and maintain landscaped areas consisting of bushes, trees, flowers and shrubs; trim and prune bushes, trees and shrubs.

For a full job description and person specification click here.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Vacancy: Kit Assistant

Reports to: Kit Manager 

Role 
To ensure the efficient delivery of the laundry and kit and support the first and development teams. The post holder will assist the Kit Manager in all kit and training equipment requirements, including both matchday and training.

Duties:

• To aid the teams’ kit requirements, ensuring that all day to day duties are completed.
• To deal with the first team management and staff's kit requirements.
• To assist with kit distribution as required by the Kit Manager.
• Assist in monitoring kit stock levels; this may include helping the Kit Manager complete stock checks.
• Ensure the correct kit and equipment is provided for all home and away games.
• Laundry room washing, drying, folding and putting away kits from training and matches.
• You will be expected to maintain high standards of work, keeping the whole work area of the department clean, tidy and organised. This may include occasional sweeping and general tidying of the kit, boot and changing rooms.
• To undertake set responsibilities with full knowledge of the importance of confidentiality and the club's relevant policies.

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:

• Hard working.
• Trustworthy.
• Organised.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work well individually and within a team environment.
• Social skills and communication skills.
• Good timekeeping skills.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.

How to apply

Please email a cover letter and CV to jobs@afcb.co.uk by 26 July 2019. 

For any queries relating this vacancy, please contact jobs@afcb.co.uk. 

AFC Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

AFC Bournemouth values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).

Vacancy: Football Development Officer (Disability)

Salary: £25,000 Pro-Rata (Part-Time, 17.5 Hours Per Week)
Contract: 3 year fixed term post (subject to successful annual performance review)
                       
Northumberland FA would like to invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced applicants to increase football participation for people with a disability, through the creation of recreational opportunities with clear exit routes into sustainable affiliated structures delivered in partnership with local stakeholders.

The key areas of work for the Football Development Officer (Disability) will be as follows: 

• Unite the game locally through the strategic coordination of all disability football provision and investment across the project area, influencing key partners to align provision and investment to positively impact the priority areas of delivery for disability football;
• Support and build links with local partners especially disability service providers, to add value to the project and to identify new target audiences of disabled people;
• Facilitate an increase in participation within disability football by developing recreational turn up and play centres targeting new and lapsed players;
• Strengthen existing, and create new male and female disability teams plus playing opportunities;
• Deliver a comprehensive and inclusive disability coach and volunteer education programme to support the local disability football workforce;
• Raise the profile of good news stories and the range of disability football opportunities across the pathway;
• Identify and support players to access the disability football talent pathway and support players exiting the pathway to participate within grassroots programmes.

You need to be passionate, able to deliver a high quality programme meeting multiple deadlines, work in a team and demonstrate individual initiative.

You should also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have experience in sports development.

Full role profile is available by clicking here.

How to apply

Submit you’re CV and Covering Letter marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to: Lynn Barber, Administration Department, Northumberland FA, Whitley Park, Whitley Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 9FA.or email: Lynn.Barber@northumberlandfa.com. 

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30 July 2019.

Shortlisting will be complete by Tuesday 6 August 2019.

Interviews will take place week commencing 12 August 2019 at Northumberland FA.

Vacancy: Safeguarding Officer (South regions)

Hours: 35 Hours per Week
This position will be required to undertake regular travel in the areas identified, including some overnight stays including occasional evening and weekend working.
Salary: £30,000 + benefits package

Reporting to the Safeguarding Manager, The Safeguarding Officer will be responsible for ensuring that EFL Clubs meet and exceed Safeguarding requirements, as detailed through the EFL Safeguarding Standards. As the first point of contact, Safeguarding Officers will support EFL Clubs in all aspects of Safeguarding Compliance.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following essential requirements;

1) Qualification in an appropriate field (e.g. youth work, social care, education) is required.
2) Experience of developing, managing and / or implementing policies and procedures in relation to the safety and welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
3) To influence, advise and support staff on safeguarding issues.
4) Knowledge of Health and Safety issues, and statutory and other guidance on youth and vulnerable groups.
5) Knowledge of best practice and Statutory Regulation impacting on the protection of young people and vulnerable groups.
6) Demonstrate a strong conviction regarding the need to safeguard young people and vulnerable groups.
7) The ability to exercise the highest standards of confidentiality and to work sensitively with those affected by issues of safeguarding.
8) The ability to analyse complex situations, make decisions and advise appropriately.
9) The ability to identify examples of poor practice and ensure that necessary change is implemented.
10) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including written, verbal, and presentation skills in a professional setting.
11) Practical experience of planning and delivering workshops, training events, network events and supporting knowledge sharing with a range of stakeholders.
12) Proven planning and organisation skills with excellent attention to detail.
13) Examples of self-motivation and the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
14) To keep abreast of relevant legislation, policy and recognised good practice and disseminate these as appropriate.

This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Criminal Records Check (CRC). Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013).

The EFL is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity.

How to apply

For a full job description click here and application form click here. Completed application forms should be returned to jdexter@efl.com. Candidate privacy notice click here.

Vacancy: Marketing Assistant (Paid Internship)

Position Type: 12 Month Fixed Term
Salary: Circa £20,000
Hours: Full time
Location: London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford 
Start Date: Immediate

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate level individual to build on their marketing experience within a dynamic and creative environment.

Does the idea of working in a Premier League football club appeal to you? The successful candidate will work within West Ham United’s marketing team and will be given every opportunity to develop on-the-job skills.

We are looking for someone who has keen interest in the West Ham United brand, who is hardworking; extremely organised with excellent Microsoft Office skills and has a creative character and be able to work anti-social hours to include weekends and evening as requested

Main Responsibilities  

To support the marketing team with the required needs of the West Ham United brand day to day marketing; helping to deliver on marketing campaigns as part of the team or working on individual projects supervised by the team members as follows:

• Promotions via club merchandise, hospitality packages and ticketing
• Assist with copy writing, development and production of promotional literature such as posters, leaflets, direct mail, e-shot, and programme articles.
• Use the CRM system to segment our database and creating marketing distribution lists.
• Completing design brief forms
• Liaising with designers and agencies
• Ensure the effective collation of all marketing material for file (online and offline)
• To help ensure marketing information is up to date and correct.
• Assist the marketing team with campaign reporting and evaluation including Return on Investment (ROI), email effectiveness and web analytics. 

Personal Specification

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: -

Essential (E) Desirable (D)

Education/Qualifications/Experience:

• Marketing qualification, or equivalent experience, with an understanding of how a marketing department functions (E)

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge: 

• Excellent writing and communication skills with good attention to detail. (E)
• Creative, with the ability to analyse and problem solve. (E)
• Practical IT skills, specifically MS Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).(E)
• Excellent interpersonal skills (E).
• Good organisation and administrative skills (E).
• Ability to work well as part of a team as well as on lone supervised projects. (E)
• Ability to work under pressure with the ability to multi-task between projects. (E)
• Time management skills with the ability to keep and meet deadlines. (E)
• Able to use own initiative with a flexible attitude towards assisting colleagues. (E)
• An understanding of the football industry and knowledge of the game (D)
• An understanding of online media and web analytics (D)

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for ths role.

We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment and have been accredited with the being Disability Confident Committed.   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. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.

Vacancy: Marketing & Communications Officer

Salary: £21,000 pro-rata + Benefits (Part-Time - 21 hours per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to undertake the role as Marketing and Communications Officer for Northumberland FA, a key role situated within our business development unit. We are requesting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with a desire to deliver excellence to join our organisation.

Key responsibilities will be:

• To have creative input on Northumberland FA’s social media channels to further improve their customer perception.
• Contribute to raising the profile and the perception of the CFA delivering our Customer excellence strategy.
• Embed digital marketing across delivery to raise the awareness of the business products/service.
• To have input on, and support the creation of, new promotional material promoting Northumberland FA and the work it does.
• Establish a marketing and communication strategy for Northumberland FA events and execute when necessary.
• Review and further establish Northumberland FA branding, prioritising innovation and consistency across all aspects of the business.
• Establish links with local and national media to further promote the work of the Association.
• Utilise insight to make informed business decisions. Work with the Senior Management Team to identify and provide insight of the business.
• To be responsible for all marketing communications and branded marketing collateral. Manage external and internal publications to ensure consistency of message and maximise efficiency.
• Manage, maintain and develop the Association's website, ensuring it remains a central resource for the dissemination of information to all stakeholders
• To develop and deliver a Social Media strategy to help increase followers and engagement rates across all County FA social channels (including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube).
• For a discussion about this role, please contact Andrew Rose-Cook on 07921 144906 or Andrew.Cook@northumberlandfa.com

The successful candidate will be subject to a six month probationary period. The role is mainly office based however, with the expectation of travel in around the County boundaries including occasional evening and weekend work to meet the needs of the organisation and our customers.

Full role profile is available by clicking here.

How to apply

Please send a CV and covering letter with details of your current salary in an email marked ‘Ref: Marketing & Communications Officer’ to Lynn.Barber@Northumberlandfa.com. 

The closing date for applications is 30 July 2019.

Interviews will take place at Northumberand FA, Whitley Park, Whitley Road, NE12 9FA the week commencing Monday 12 August 2019.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us by Tuesday 6 August 2019, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Northumberland FA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Vacancy: Women's Football Coach

Salary: £20-30 p/h (depending on experience)
Location: Roehampton

University of Roehampton Women's Football team have an exciting new coaching opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who has a passion for the Women's game.

The team is looking to improve year on year and would like to appoint a coach who will strive to develop players, performances and general organisation within the club.

The club train and play at Bank of England sports ground (SW15 5JQ) with training taking place on a Monday evening and matches on a Wednesday afternoon. Ideally, you will have a minimum of a FA Level 2 in Coaching Football and hold up to date First Aid and Safeguarding certificates. 

Feel free to contact Neil Jolliffe (neil.jolliffe@roehampton.ac.uk) for further details

Vacancy: General Steward

Job purpose

Stewards are responsible for the safety and comfort of spectators, deployed to assist in the safe operation of the football ground before, during and after an event as an integral part of the Wolves operation.

For full job description and person spec click on the link here.

How to apply

Please complete our application form and diversity monitoring form, then email them to jobs@wolves.co.uk, including the job reference code REF: SS-94-01072019 in the subject link. You can also post these to Wolves HR Dept., Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton WV1 4QR.

Vacancy: Management Accountant

Millwall Community Trust (MCT) are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join their team.

MCT has a strategy of encouraging sports participation through positive partnerships, and operates a number of programmes across the London Boroughs of Lewisham and Southwark. MCT works closely with Millwall Football Club, and the role will involve working with both organisations.

This exciting role will cover a range of areas within the charity, and the selected candidate will be involved in a wider remit than accounts production, being a relied upon member of the management team and providing accurate and timely advice for decision makers.

The Management Accountant will be responsible for:

• Producing budgets monthly, quarterly and annually for MCT
• Meeting with budget holders and providing advice
• Variance Analysis
• Forecasting, cash flow analysis and planning, and working with the MCT CEO
• Producing monthly management accounts for assigned departments
• Credit control activities for MCT and managing payments in line with agreed cash flow plans
• Production of charity financial reporting, including analysis of projects
• Preparation of monthly payroll
• Liaison with external specialists to ensure compliance activities, including charities commission, bank and auditors

The successful candidate will be:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA - final exam stage candidates will also be considered)
• Have worked recently in a Management Accountant role
• Experienced in balance sheet analysis
• Experience working within a charity environment is essential
• Ability to liaise with departments in a confident and personable manner
• Confident in delivering reports and providing advice on budgets
• Highly organised and motivated
• A good communicator (both written and spoken)

How to apply

Salary will range between £28k-£32k pa. To apply, email your CV and covering letter to Sean Daly on Sdaly@millwallcommunity.org.uk. 

Vacancy: Search Stewards

Job purpose

Search Stewards are required to undertake searches of the public to maintain the safety and security of the football ground, by preventing the entrance of prohibited items into the stadium. Search Stewards also conduct general stewarding duties as part of the safety responsibilities of the Operations team.

For full job description and person spec click on the link here.

How to apply

Please complete our application form and diversity monitoring form, then email them to jobs@wolves.co.uk, including the job reference code REF: SS-95-01072019 in the subject line. You can also post these to Wolves HR Dept., Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton WV1 4QR.

Vacancy: Response Steward

Job purpose

Response Stewards are a specialist team trained to deal with conflict, disorder and breaches of the ground regulations. This is to ensure the smooth operation of the football ground and the safety of all spectators.

For full job description and person spec click on the link here.

How to apply

Please complete our application form and diversity monitoring form, then email them to jobs@wolves.co.uk, including the job reference code REF: SS-96-01072019 in the subject line, You can also post these to Wolves HR Dept., Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton WV1 4QR.

Vacancy: Dual Career Academy Head Coach

Contract type: Permanent
Hours: This is a full-time role. This role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the post. Monday 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 1pm - 9pm, Wednesday 9am - 5pm, Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 1pm - 9pm and matchdays.
Location: The American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing. You will be expected to undertake travel as is necessary to fulfil the job requirements.
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Benefits: Club Pension Scheme | Group Life Protection | Club discounts & offers

Roles and responsibilities

1. To be the Head Coach for the Women’s and Girls’ Dual Career Academy.
2. To build a successful dual career academy squad who are capable of competing in FA Women’s Super DCA league whilst pursuing further/higher education.
3. To develop and deliver a coaching programme in line with the women’s and girls’ framework, supporting the wider programme.
4. To oversee the DCA coaching team ensuring that they are working collaboratively to meet club and team objectives.
5. To assist the Dual Career Academy Manager where necessary to ensure compliance within league, competition and licence rules & regulations.
6. To work with the Dual Career Academy Manager on all appropriate team administration. 
7. To ensure the Dual Career Academy adheres to and excels all FA and WSL requirements.
8. To provide support in the transition of players between RTC and first team in conjunction with the relevant technical and administrative leads.
9. To monitor and evaluate the players performance.
10. To be an ambassador for the Club and the women’s game and must be committed to further enhance the excellent reputation that BHAFC Women’s and Girls’ programme has built over the years.
11. To demonstrate and uphold the values, ethos and standards Brighton and Hove Albion FC is known and respected for in football and the local community.
12. To work collaboratively with the Technical Director of the clubs FA Regional Talent Club (RTC) and Women’s First Team Manager to develop talented players to progress through the club’s high performance pathway.
13. To have a strong interest in supporting and assisting in the development of the FA Regional Talent Club (RTC) Tier 1 status and must be comfortable working across all age groups when appropriate.
14. To support the aims and objectives of the England International development pathway from youth teams to senior team. To maintain positive relations with key England international staff (Head Coach/Director of Elite Development/relevant age group coaches, Performance Management and support staff).
15. To adhere to a strict code of club conduct, social media policy and confidentiality protocols.

General duties and accountabilities

• To support Brighton & Hove Albion FC and AITC in their aims and objectives at all times.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant club policies, including health and safety policies.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the charity, club and its personnel.
• To represent Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and AITC in a professional manner.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time.

General Expecations

• To uphold and live our Team Brighton Values; Treat people well, Exceed Expectations, Aim high (never give up) and Make it special.
• To be a champion of equality and diversity in the workplace and treat all staff, customers, sponsors, clients and applicants with fairness, dignity and respect.
• To report incidents of any form of discrimination through the correct channels.
• To promote best practice in safeguarding and create an environment that is safe for children young people and vulnerable adults.
• To report safeguarding concerns through the correct channels.
• To ensure that any safeguarding training and certificates are kept up to date.
• This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.  It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of Brighton & Hove Albion FC. 

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• UEFA B Licence Coaching Award
• Valid FA Emergency Aid Certificate
• Membership of the FA Licensed Coaches Club
• Valid and accepted enhanced FA DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check) or be willing to undertake this check if successful
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues including holding a valid FA Safeguarding Children Workshop Certificate
• Experience of coaching in an elite women’s and girls’ environment
• Track record of demonstrating high performance achievement in a professional environment
• Experience in coaching female players
• Demonstrable passion for women’s and girls’ football and commitment to drive the club and players forward
• Understanding of the FA Women’s and Girls’ high performance player pathway
• An understanding and implications of Girls’ Long Term Player Development
• Experience of managing individuals and teams
• Flexible approach to working hours including working evenings and weekends
• Ability to produce high quality written documentation
• IT skills to include a high level of competence using Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge and understanding of working with young players
• Ability to work in a team environment
• A dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic individual
• A strong motivator and role model
• Excellent verbal, and written communication skills
• Proactive attitude to learning and developing as a coach
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks
• A high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Ability to work unsupervised
• To promote Brighton And Hove Albion FC in a positive and professional manner both in and away from the club.

Desirable

• FA Youth Awards – Module 1, 2 & 3
• An appreciation and experience of supporting other coaches
• Good overall level of numeracy and literacy
• An understanding of Talent Identification
• Applicants must provide an accurate account of their professional skills and experience in the form of a C.V, and proof of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

Equality Statement

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community 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 fully 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.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this vacancy.

Vacancy: Women's and Girls' Assistant Physiotherapist

Contract type: Permanent
Hours: This is a full-time role. This role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the post.
Location: The American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing. You will be expected to undertake travel as is necessary to fulfil your job requirements.
Salary: Dependent on skills and experience
Benefits: Club Pension Scheme | Group Life Protection | Club discounts & offers

Roles and responsibilities

1. To deliver physiotherapy services to all players involved in the Women’s and Girls’ programme.

2. To promote and protect the health and wellbeing of all players within the programme.

3. To work within the code of conduct and good practice of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

4. To assist in providing pitch-side supervision during training and match games.

5.  Injury Prevention

• To liaise effectively with the W&Gs coaching staff and Lead Physiotherapist on a daily basis in order to keep them informed of players availability for matches & training.
• To work alongside the Lead Physiotherapist and Strength and Conditioning Coach in order to deliver effective injury prevention across the W&Gs.
• To provide musculoskeletal screening/profiling for W&Gs players and integrate this with club medical records.
• To provide injury prevention strategies to all W&Gs players including individual and group sessions. 
• To ensure the delivery of preventative rehabilitation effectively meets the commitments to players coaches and management through clinical audits and accurate documentation.

6. Pre-Signing Medicals/Medical Consultations

• To assist in performing the pre-signing medical assessments of all W&Gs players as required.
• To assist in producing a pre-signing medical report for management when required.
• To assist in accompanying players to medical consultations at short notice.  Ensuring best practice is followed at all times and ensuring the player receive optimal care and advice at all times.

7. Medical Provision at Matches/Training Sessions/Tours

• To assist in providing physiotherapy match day cover for seniors/academy/RTC games.
• To assist in the organisation and implementation of medical provision for all training sessions including regular clinics.
• To ensure best practice and compliance of emergency action plan procedures at the training ground and at all training/playing venues under the guidence of the Lead Physiotherapist.

8. Sports Science and Recovery

• To work alongside the S&C/sport science staff on a daily basis in order to deliver first class recovery and injury prevention strategies to all players both immediately after games and on recovery days.
• To ensure players are educated on the importance of recovery.
• To liasie effectively with the Lead Physiotherapist and professional coaching staff on a daily basis in order to effectively inform them regarding availability of players.

9. Administration Responsibilities

• To take an active role in meetings and medical meetings.
• To attend all compulsory training and be proactive with attending in-service training/internal CPD events within the department.
• To assist in creating a database of commonly occuring injuries and assist in producing a best pratice protocol for these injuries according to the latest evidence-based practice.
• To assist in creating an injury audit on a yearly basis, with comparisons to previous seasons and assist in implementing best practice strategies for future treatment.
• To keep up-to-date in the latest evidence-based practice for assessment and treatment of sporting injuries.
• To assist in ensuring appointments are made for consultations and appropriate travel arrangements are made for all players as required.
• To ensure all treatment notes are written for all physio-player contacts – written in accordance with the CSP guidelines.

10. Continual Professional Development

• To attend all in-service training provided by the Medical department at BHAFC.
• To create a CPD pathway to ensure ongoing development of knowledge and skills.
• To take responsibility for your continued professional development ensure you attend regular courses, conferences and keep an up to date file of your and other W&Gs medical staff CPD achievements.
• To maintain a CPD file which is in-line with the ACPSM guidelines and to ensure that you are developing your practice on a regular basis aiming to achieve a bronze status.
• To strive to advance working practices both within the W&Gs set up and in the wider sports physiotherapy setting by keeping abreast of latest research.

11. Key Performance Indicators

• To assist in producing daily reports of injured players and designing treatment pathways to enable appropriate and timely return to play.
• To ensure medical notes are completed in line with CSP Core Standards.
• To produce regular evidence-based programmes of injured players progression of rehabilitation.
• To assist in producing yearly reports of injuries to report back to the Lead Physiotherapist.
• To have CPD file up to date and present on a 6 monthly basis during your appraisal.

General duties and accountabilities

• To support Brighton & Hove Albion FC and AITC in their aims and objectives at all times.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant club policies, including health and safety policies.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the charity, club and its personnel.
• To represent Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and AITC in a professional manner.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time.

General Expecations

• To uphold and live our Team Brighton Values; Treat people well, Exceed Expectations, Aim high (never give up) and Make it special.
• To be a champion of equality and diversity in the workplace and treat all staff, customers, sponsors, clients and applicants with fairness, dignity and respect.
• To report incidents of any form of discrimination through the correct channels.
• To promote best practice in safeguarding and create an environment that is safe for children young people and vulnerable adults.
• To report safeguarding concerns through the correct channels.
• To ensure that any safeguarding training and certificates are kept up to date.

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.  It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of Brighton & Hove Albion FC. The Medical Department is amalgamated with Senior, Academy and Women’s footballers and you may be asked to work within either department at short notice for the benefit of the club.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• A BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy degree (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2 years’ membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sport Medicine working towards the bronze level or above
• Be a registered member of the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and have adequate indemnity insurance
• ITMMiF first aid qualification or equivalent
• Valid and accepted enhanced FA DBS CRC (Criminal Background Check) or be willing to undertake this check if successful
• Valid FA Safeguarding Workshop Certificate
• Experience of developing and implementing innovative ideas and putting them into practice
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive attitude towards the responsibilities of the post
• Warm, friendly, helpful and cheerful persona
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and unsupervised
• A genuine team player
• Ensure clear communication with medical staff and coaches to allow all involved to be fully informed of the player’s progress
• Remain professional at all times regardless of potentially differing opinions or approaches
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Open minded with a view to adopting new practices
• Highly motivated with a passion for working in professional football
• An understanding and commitment to equal opportunities in employment and sport
• An understanding of individual responsibility in complying with Health and Safety polices at Brighton & Hove Albion FC
• An ability to work irregular and unsociable hours as required and have an understanding that work may be subject to change with less than 24 hours’ notice on occasions. Work will regularly be outside normal working hours, in the evening and on weekends and bank holidays
• Travel with overnight stays if required
• Ability to travel abroad with teams if required
• An understanding of and commitment to fair play and all national and international anti-doping policies as enforced by the Football Association and World Anti-Doping Association

Desirable

• Have or working towards an MSc Sports Physiotherapy, Manual Therapy, Sports & Exercise Medicine (or equivalent)
• Experience working within a professional sporting environment
• Experience working alongside young athletes in professional sport
• Experience in the provision of physiotherapy within an elite sporting environment
• Demonstrate ability to develop, implement and evaluate physiotherapy programmes for elite young and senior professional footballers
• Applicants must provide an accurate account of their professional skills and experience in the form of a C.V, and proof of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

Equality Statement

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community 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 fully 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.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Vacancy: Finance Assistant – Purchase Ledger

Location: St Andrew’s Trillion Trophy Stadium, Birmingham, B9 4RL
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive

Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be shut down as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with the skills to assist within a busy finance department.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Matching purchase orders to invoices and check there are no discrepancies.
• Code invoices to the correct nominal, reference and file accordingly.
• Process invoices onto Sage 200 system.
• Produce payment runs via BACS to ensure invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Reconcile invoices to supplier statements.
• Answering supplier queries via telephone or email.
• Any other duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equality &
• Diversity, Safeguarding and Health & Safety
• Policies and procedures at all times.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary by your Line Manager or Head of Department within the scope of the role.

Full job description and person spec click here.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Vacancy: Disciplinary Commission Members

Are you the right person for the job? Do you know someone that would make a good panel member? Can you keep an open mind when listening to the evidence? If so why not apply to join the panel of members to become a Commission Member.

Discipline panels are sought when clubs, teams, leagues or individuals have committed offences which have caused charges to be raised against them by the County FA. The hearing provides the opportunity for all evidence to be heard, any witnesses to be spoken with and a verdict on any sanctions to be made.  All hearings are categorised as either personal (hearings where commission members question those involved in person) or non-personal (hearings where written evidence is reviewed only).

All discipline panels are made up of a Secretary, two Panel Members and Chair, each with slightly different roles and responsibilities. For personal hearings an usher(s) may also present to assist proceedings.

Should you be successful in your application, you will be appointed to discipline panels. This is subject to completion of the application form, an interview, specific FA training for the role you are appointed to and on-going personal development as seen fit by the County FA. 

Please note that whilst these are voluntary roles (expenses paid), you will be required to complete annual training and attend a minimum number of hearings each season to remain eligible to sit as a discipline commission panel member.  Our hearings our generally held in the evenings (from 19:00) at the County Office or via online WebEx on weekday afternoons.

How to apply

For an application form please email Adrian Shorter (adrian.shorter@surreyfa.com). 

Vacancy: Football Administration work placement

Term: September 2019-May 2020
Department: Academy Operations
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Kings Norton, Birmingham B38 9EJ Salary: Expenses only
Minimum Age: 16
Application closing date: 31/07/2019

Birmingham City Football Club is offering a full-time Football Administration 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 Football Administration by providing their input in the following areas:

• Assist with wide-ranging Academy Operations and Administration duties
• Assist with match day preparation in liaison with Academy staff
• Assist with match day access and hospitality, provision of team sheets, refreshments and coordination of third party guests
• Assist with managing the general Academy inbox and send appropriate responses accordingly
• Assist with maintenance of employee and general files – manual and electronic
• Assist with monitoring and updating holidays and lieu time within the business and ensuring relevant systems and payroll are informed
• Assist with maintenance of HR databases/spreadsheets – DBS checks, Recruitment Authorisation Forms and Training Database
• Assist with administration for all new starters (both permanent and casual) including entering personal information onto relevant HR systems
• Helping the team with general administrative duties such as copying, filing, phone queries, performing diary management and dealing with confidential and sensitive information
• Create personnel files for all new starters and ensure that all necessary documentation is present and correctly completed
• Assist Coaching staff in the creation, review and publication of individual player learning plans
• Assist with preparation of trip/tour paperwork to include EFL/PL forms, travel arrangements, insurance and itineraries
• Assist with ongoing administration for the recruitment trialists
• Observe, assist, note take and partake in Academy meetings
• Assist with the maintenance of Academy website

Person Specification:

• Must possess a genuine passion for football and business administration
• Must be currently working towards a Business Administration or Sports Management qualification or similarly related qualification
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Computer literacy but advanced computer skills are welcomed
• Ability to deal sensitively and appropriately with confidential information
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Full and Clean UK Driving Licence desirable but not essential
• Personal Qualities
• Good communicator – written and oral skills; good judgement; highly organised; confident; persuasive; approachable; dependable; uses initiative; professional
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Tenacity, ability to adapt to a constantly changing work environment
• Demonstrate the ability to mix with different departments effectively communicating and distributing information
• Self-starter with high integrity and ethical behaviour
• Empathetic
• Highly organised

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 2019-20 season.

A shortlist of suitable applicants will be compiled shortly after the closing date and successful candidates will be contacted about the interview process.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

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.

Vacancy: Social Media Officer

Join Our Team

The Club is looking to recruit a Social Media Officer within our Press and Media department. This role is offered on a full time, permanent basis, located at the Club’s Training Ground (Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne).

We are looking for talented individuals who have a real passion for their work.

Social Media Officer

Responsible for the overall running and development of the club’s social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, in line with the Social Media Strategy, as well as running the club's St. James' Park social media accounts. Takes a leading role in creating and producing content as well as help to deliver key marketing messages and parters' content across all platforms.

Key responsibilites

• Work with the Managing Editor and Heads of Business Development, Media & Content and Marketing and to develop and execute the Club’s social media strategy;
  Work with the Managing Editor and Heads of Business Development, Media & Content and Marketing and to develop and execute the Club’s social media strategy;
• Manage and grow the Club’s presence on all social media channels including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube;
• Utilise aggregation/content management tools to coordinate social media content produced by other club departments, to ensure that quality is maintained without restrictions on publishing autonomy;
• Attend all first team home games and some first team away games to coordinate and produce pre-match, in-match and post-match social media content;
• Work with the partnerships team, and directly with partners, to understand, plan and execute the social media requirements included in their partnership assets;
• Produce business intelligence and analytics reports for the marketing and content teams, and separately for the senior team and stakeholders, as required;
• Keep up to date with the current and emerging social media techniques, trends and platforms;
• Manage incoming messages and monitor supporter activity across channels, responding to questions and  comments from the public;
• Use own initiative to respond to reputational issues on social media, identifying any queries to escalate to Head of Media and Communications when required;
• Sit on the club’s Digital Steering Group alongside colleagues and the club’s digital partners/providers;
• Work with departments across the club to ensure the Club’s social media reflects key moments and events across departments and initiatives;
• Champion the positive use of social media with the Club’s staff, supporters and stakeholders

To download the full job description and person specification click here.

How to apply

Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the role and qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required before applying for this role.

To apply, please fill out our application form here.

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Applicants who have not heard by 18 August 2019 should assume that they have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Newcastle United Football Company Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring staff receive appropriate Equality training suitable to their job role/s. The Club adopts a zero tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and successful applicants will be expected to operate within the principles of equality at all times.

The Club also takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to ensuring all children and adults at risk are safeguarded at all times when engaging in Club activities or services. The Club has numerous Safeguarding policies and best practice guidelines to support this and expects all employees to adopt such policies and practices at all times.

Identified positions within the Club, Academy and Foundation may be subject to receipt of an acceptable Disclosure and Barring Service, in line with the Club’s Safeguarding policies as well as any other condition stipulated by law. The Club adheres to strict guidelines, policies and procedures when recruiting staff who work with children and/or adults at risk and is committed to ensuring staff receive appropriate safeguarding training suitable to their job role/s. Successful applicants are expected to share the Club’s approach to Safeguarding at all times.