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Compliance & Audit Manager

Division: Grassroots Football 

Location: Wembley Stadium 

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Closing Date: 11 September 2026

 

At The FA, our County Football Associations are at the heart of delivering football across England. We're looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking Compliance & Audit Manager to help ensure that key standards, controls and services are implemented effectively across the County FA network. In this influential role, you'll work in partnership with County FAs, colleagues and delivery partners to evaluate compliance, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and shape the future of our audit and assurance framework. Most importantly, you'll foster a culture built on trust, continuous improvement and shared accountability, ensuring our approach reflects both our organisational values and the strength of the partnership between The FA and County FAs.

This is a role with genuine long-term impact. During the initial phase, you'll lead the development and embedding of compliance and audit frameworks across three key operational areas, establishing a robust and proportionate approach that reflects the needs of both The FA and County FAs. As these frameworks mature, you'll move into a delivery and assurance phase, overseeing their implementation, evaluating outcomes and ensuring standards are applied consistently across the network. Looking further ahead, you'll use the insights, trends and learnings gathered over time to drive continuous improvement, helping to evolve existing standards, introduce new approaches and raise the bar for operational excellence across grassroots football.
 
Please note that whilst the role is contractually Wembley based, regular travel will be required. Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from either your contractual location or travelling to CFAs for part of the week, and as and when required by the needs of the role. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

 

What will you be doing?

• Design, implement and manage a robust compliance and audit control framework across multiple functions including but not exclusively:

• Progress the Games Governance strategic pillar Standards: Governance, Finance, Safeguarding, Customer Service and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Business Optimisation: Safeguarding administration, Discipline, Finance, Referee administration, Marketing & Communication, Business Services.
  County FA Partnership Funding Agreement.

• Work with The FA Procurement team to recruit independent assessors where required and appointed manage supplier(s).  

• Design, implement and manage Quality Assurance processes to ensure internal and external compliance assessment processes are being executed consistently, fairly and effectively.  

• Ensure mandated requirements are being met, with effective oversight and interventions as required.

• Create methods to demonstrate the impact of implementing Standards, Business Optimisation and the County FA Partnership Funding Agreement.

• Adapt to a changing environment and to horizon scan to ensure readiness for and development of new standards.  

• Contribute to the review and development of existing Standards and project manage the development and implementation of new Standards where required.

• Ensure high-quality training and education programmes are in place to assist County FAs to meet their Progress the Games Governance requirements.   

• Conduct regular compliance risks assessments across defined programmes and services.

• Investigate reports of contract violations or unethical behaviour.  

• Execute additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.

• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

 

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

• Creating and implementing successful compliance frameworks. 

• Experience of successfully managing internal assessment processes.

• Experience of successfully managing external independent assessors. 

• Establishing Quality Control and Assurance systems and processes.

• Finance, commercial and business development skills. 

• Innovating within business development.  

• Strategic thinking and ability to influence.  

• Ability to gain buy in to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion objectives. 

• Experience at managing multiple stakeholders' expectations on timings, costs and pilot stage output. 

• Experience at balancing priorities and evidencing delivery in a multiple stakeholder environment.

Beneficial to have:

• Working within the football ecosystem. Be that at a Club, League or County FA.

• Developing business models.

• Knowledge of Corporate Governance. 

 

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

 

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Learning Delivery Lead

Division: FA Learning 

Location: National Football Centre, St George's Park 

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

 

Lead the delivery of learning activities across assigned regions, ensuring strategic alignment, operational effectiveness and an outstanding learner experience.

FA Learning is seeking a Learning Delivery Lead to oversee learning delivery across assigned regions. In this pivotal role, you will translate regional priorities into clear operational plans, ensuring learning activities are delivered efficiently and effectively. You will provide hands-on leadership, coaching and support to a team of Regional Leads, driving consistency, quality and an outstanding learner experience. Working closely with stakeholders, you'll ensure resources are effectively deployed, day-to-day priorities are met, and delivery remains agile during peak periods.

 

What will you be doing?

• Lead the execution of learning activities across assigned regions, translating regional priorities into clear, day-to-day plans for your teams and role-modelling the standards and ways of working expected across the department.

• Provide direct line management to Regional Leads, offering guidance, support, coaching and regular feedback to develop their capability and ensure consistent, high-quality learning experiences across their areas.

• Coordinate the allocation and development of regional coordinators, ensuring appropriate staffing and expertise to deliver learning programmes across locations.

• Support a culture of personal development across regional teams, creating opportunities for growth and embedding feedback and development into everyday practice.

• Work collaboratively with other leads across the department, including the Resource and Planning Lead and Workforce Lead, contributing to shared standards across the team.

• Build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including coach developers, to keep learning programmes well-coordinated and aligned with organisational and learner needs.

• Monitor the consistency of learning delivery across regions, ensuring programmes meet pedagogical objectives and adjusting coordinator resource based on regional variance across the season.

• Use data and insight to monitor and improve delivery performance, identifying themes and feeding into wider data reporting and improvement across FA Learning.

• Support digital and data initiatives within regional teams, helping embed new tools and ways of working through clear communication and practical support.

• Identify potential risks to the learning experience and help implement solutions to minimise disruption, ensuring a smooth, high-quality learning environment.

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, helping shape practical solutions that improve learning processes, operational efficiency and consistency of approach.

• Coordinate with venue planners, casual workforce, and cross-functional teams, including finance, to ensure all logistical and operational aspects of learning delivery run smoothly.

• Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.

• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

 

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

• Degree qualification in learning, education, sport, or a related field, providing a deep understanding of pedagogical principles and event management strategies.

• Knowledge of national learning delivery frameworks and multi-modal learning strategies (in-person, virtual, hybrid).

• Experience in leading large-scale learning initiatives, including national or multi-regional learning programmes, ensuring consistency in quality and delivery.

• Line management experience, with a focus on mentoring, coaching, and developing others.

• Event management and logistics experience, ensuring the effective planning and execution of learning programmes.

• Communication skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to engage, influence, and inspire senior stakeholders and leadership teams.

• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning platforms, with experience overseeing the integration and optimisation of these tools across multiple regions.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills, capable of leveraging data to inform strategic decisions and optimise learning delivery.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects at different stages.

• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills, capable of delivering high-impact presentations to executive leadership, external partners, and large audiences.

Beneficial to have:

• Postgraduate qualification or certification in project management, event management, or change management.

• Understanding of budgeting and financial forecasting for large-scale events.

• Experience in a leadership role within a learning or education-focused organisation.

• Experience in managing vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts and ensuring service level agreements are met.

• Experience in managing risk and compliance, ensuring all learning delivery complies with legal and organisational standards, including health and safety, data privacy, and diversity and inclusion.

• Expertise in using project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Monday.com).

• Experience in virtual event platforms and tools, with the ability to seamlessly integrate these into a national learning strategy for hybrid or fully virtual learning delivery.

• Change management capabilities, with a focus on leading teams through large-scale transformations in learning practices and workforce development.

 

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

 

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Security Governance Audit Lead

Division: Digital Technology 

Location: Wembley Stadium 

Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

 

Digital Technology plays a critical role in protecting The FA's people, platforms, products and data. As our Technology landscape continues to evolve, we're looking for an experienced Security Governance Audit Lead to strengthen our governance, assurance and compliance capabilities.

This is a newly created role that will take ownership of Information Security governance, audit management and compliance across The FA's Digital Technology function. Acting as the focal point for security governance activities, you'll lead our ISO 27001 programme, coordinate internal and external audits, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and provide meaningful reporting that enables better decision-making across the organisation.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and mature The FA's security governance framework while working with a broad range of stakeholders across Technology, Risk, Legal, Procurement and the wider business. We're looking for someone who can operate independently, build credibility quickly and act as a trusted advisor on governance, risk and compliance matters.

 

What will you be doing?

• Lead the ongoing development, implementation and maturity of The FA's Information Security Management System (ISMS).

• Own and manage The FA's ISO 27001 compliance roadmap, ensuring the organisation maintains certification readiness and continues to improve security maturity.

• Chair governance forums and quarterly stakeholder meetings relating to ISO 27001 and security assurance activities.

• Manage the internal and external security audit programme, coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and ensuring successful audit outcomes.

• Drive governance, compliance and assurance activities across Digital Technology, ensuring effective controls are in place and operating as intended.

• Develop, maintain and communicate meaningful security KPIs, KRIs and management information that provide insight into organisational risk and compliance performance.

• Produce high-quality reporting and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership forums.

• Review security policies, standards and controls, recommending improvements where required.

• Partner with technical teams to assess compliance with information security requirements, including access management, monitoring, vulnerability management and related controls.

• Support supplier assurance and governance activities, including security due diligence, control reviews and procurement assessments.

• Support security awareness and culture initiatives, helping to embed positive security behaviours across the organisation.

• Oversee the governance of security incidents, ensuring lessons learned, remediation actions and improvement activities are appropriately tracked and delivered.

• Support business continuity and resilience governance activities, identifying risks, gaps and opportunities for improvement.

• Build strong relationships across internal teams and external partners, acting as a trusted subject matter expert on governance and compliance matters.

 

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

• Significant experience working in Information Security Governance, Risk, Compliance, Audit or Security Assurance roles.

• Demonstrable experience implementing, managing or maturing an ISO 27001 Information Security Management System.

• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 controls, requirements and audit processes.

• Experience planning, coordinating and managing internal and external audits.

• Experience creating governance reporting, dashboards, KPI packs and management information for senior stakeholders.

• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce policies, reports, recommendations and executive briefings.

• Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to tailor messages to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple levels of an organisation.

• Experience managing multiple priorities and driving actions through to completion with minimal supervision.

• Highly organised, self-motivated and capable of operating independently in a standalone specialist role.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and implement pragmatic solutions.

• Experience working with third-party suppliers and managing compliance or assurance activities.

Beneficial to have:

• Lead Auditor, Lead Implementer or equivalent ISO 27001 certification.

• Experience working with NIST Cybersecurity Framework or related control frameworks.

• Experience supporting supplier assurance, procurement security reviews and third-party risk management.

• Knowledge of business continuity, resilience and incident management governance.

 

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

 

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Creative Content Lead (12 month fixed term contract)

Division: Marketing, Communications & Public Affairs 

Location: Wembley Stadium 

Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full-time 

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

 

Football belongs to everyone, and so do the stories that bring it to life.

We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Creative Content Lead to join The FA on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the creative direction of content across some of the most recognisable brands in sport, including the England teams and the men's and women's FA Cups.

You'll lead a talented creative team responsible for producing audience-first video content across our owned and operated platforms. You'll build on an established and successful content strategy, ensuring our creative output continues to engage existing audiences while helping us reach new ones.

A major focus of the role will be driving the continued growth of the England app, helping define its content identity and developing innovative formats that encourage deeper engagement with Three Lions and Lionesses fans. Looking ahead, you'll also play a key role in shaping content plans for some of the biggest moments in international football, including England's potential participation in the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 and UEFA EURO 2028.

We're looking for an exceptional creative leader who understands sports audiences, thrives in complex stakeholder environments and can successfully balance competing priorities while maintaining a clear creative vision.

 

What will you be doing?

• Lead the Creative Content team, setting the creative vision, standards and priorities for video content across England teams, the Emirates FA Cup and Women's FA Cup.

• Own the development of creative concepts, storytelling approaches and content formats that resonate with audiences and drive engagement across multiple platforms.

• Build on an already successful content strategy, ensuring creative excellence and consistency across all channels.

• Drive the evolution and growth of original content within the England app, developing its creative identity and helping grow audience engagement and reach.

• Lead creative planning and delivery across international camps, tournaments, matchdays, FA Cup rounds and major brand moments.

• Play a key role in planning content approaches for future major events, potentially including the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 and UEFA EURO 2028.

• Partner closely with Content Strategy and Content Operations teams to ensure audience insights, performance data, production requirements and business objectives are reflected in creative output.

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing creative team, fostering an inclusive, collaborative and ambitious culture.

• Build strong relationships with agencies, freelancers and production partners to deliver best-in-class content efficiently and effectively.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Marketing, Commercial, Digital and wider FA teams to align priorities and deliver against shared objectives.

• Act as a key member of the Content Leadership Team, contributing to strategy, planning, operational improvements and future growth.

 

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

• Significant experience leading creative content teams within sport, media, entertainment or publishing environments.

• Proven track record of developing successful audience-first content strategies and creative campaigns across digital platforms.

• Strong understanding of what drives engagement, growth and performance across social, digital and emerging channels.

• Experience managing large-scale content programmes covering live events, competitions or major sporting moments.

• Outstanding creative judgement with the ability to identify opportunities, challenge ideas constructively and maintain high editorial and creative standards.

• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and navigate differing perspectives and priorities.

• Experience managing external agencies, production partners and freelance talent.

• Strong planning, organisational and delivery skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Understanding of commercial, branded or partner-funded content.

• Experience contributing to departmental strategy, budget planning and organisational transformation.

• A genuine passion for storytelling and audience engagement.

Beneficial to have:

• Experience working within a sports governing body, rights holder, sports media organisation, club, league, broadcaster or publisher.

• Experience creating content for dedicated digital products or apps.

• Knowledge of international football audiences and fan behaviours.

• Experience covering major football tournaments and international events.

 

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

 

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Referee Scout Consultant

Division: Football Operations 

Location: Home based 

Vacancy Type: Part-time 

Closing Date: 20 September 2026

 

Referee Scout

The FA Refereeing Department is currently recruiting Referee Scouts to support the development of match officials operating within the Men's National League North and National League South, as well as Tier 3 of the Women's Football Pyramid.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the identification and development of current and future elite match officials. Working remotely, Referee Scouts review match footage and evaluate referee performances through a dedicated video analysis platform. Using evidence-based reporting, Scouts evaluate performance against The FA Refereeing DNA, considering key areas including technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social performance.

 

What will you be doing?

Reviewing match incidents, bookmarking relevant footage and producing detailed online reports supported by video clip examples. These reports contribute to a holistic assessment of performance, focusing on the referee's impact on the game rather than relying solely on traditional observation methods. This approach enables a more objective and evidence-based review of match officials and supports their ongoing development.

 

What are we looking for?

We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with experience of refereeing at Step 2 and above. However, we also welcome applications from those with experience from the playing side of the game who can bring valuable perspectives when reviewing referee performances.

 

What's in it for you?

The role is flexible and can be completed from home at times that suit the individual. Appointments are offered on a week-by-week basis. This is not a full-time or part-time position but is ideally suited to individuals with an interest in referee development and the availability to undertake performance reviews during the week.

Successful candidates will undertake a comprehensive training and accreditation programme before being appointed. Full support will be provided throughout the process to ensure Scouts are confident in applying the framework and standards required.

This is a particularly exciting time to become involved in refereeing development. Through our referee pathways, we are working to identify and support the next generation of elite and international match officials, many of whom will progress into the professional game. Referee Scouts play a vital role in that journey by helping us provide high-quality feedback, identify talent and support continuous improvement across the game.

For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Ross Joyce, Senior FA Referee Manager (Referee Development), The FA, at Ross.Joyce@TheFA.com. Ross would be happy to discuss the role, the accreditation process and what is involved in becoming a Referee Scout.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of The FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role. Casual work is conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory DBS check result, which will be fairly considered on a case-by-case basis, in line with legislation and government guidance.

Fan & Audience Insights Lead

Job Title: Fan & Audience Insights Lead

Job Grade: RL3 (Lead)

Reports to: Head of Insights & Strategy

Location: Vantage                        

Department: Marketing Services

Sub-department: Insights & Strategy

Salary: £50,000

End Date: September 20, 2026

 

The Club

Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

 

Job Overview

The role of the Insights & Strategy department at Brentford is to leverage data, research and strategic analysis to drive fan retention, growth and commercial revenues.  As part of the team, the Fan & Audience Insights Lead will be tasked with maximising the club’s understanding of its fans’ behaviours and attitudes, creating strategies to enable the club’s next phase of growth.

The successful candidate will work across all phases of the fan life cycle. They will be responsible for keeping the club up-to-date with consumer trends, and will scope and run research projects to identify and size new growth opportunities.

The Lead will act as a key advisor for the Marketing Department. Through fan behavioural data, survey data, panelled research and competitor analysis, they will identify specific target audiences,  educating campaign planning and A/B testing. They will then work alongside the rest of the Insights department to understand how fans interact with the club, including ticket and membership utilisation, providing further points of optimisation.

Along with their direct report, a Senior Insights Exec, the Lead will be the main port-of-call for the Fan & Community Relations team. They will work to monitor fan sentiment through surveys and focus groups, with the aim of improving fan experience across all touchpoints with the club. They will represent the Insights team at fan group meetings, presenting findings as part of key decision-making processes including ticketing and in-stadium experience.

Finally, the Lead will also provide ad-hoc support to the Partnerships (sponsorship) team, demonstrating club’s reach and engagement to prospective new partners, and impact measurement for pre-existing partners.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the club’s market intelligence efforts, keeping the club up-to-date with emerging consumer trends

• Scoping and fulfilling targeted research projects aligned with the club’s growth ambitions

• Work alongside the Marketing team to build out strategies to appeal to brand new fans and deepen engagement with pre-existing fans

• Ensure the fulfilment and effective analysis of all club fan surveys, reporting strategic recommendations to key internal and external stakeholders

• Analyse key fan behaviours (e.g. ticket utilisation, membership trends) to optimise decision making on new and existing club products and processes

• Lead the Insights team’s relationships with the club’s fan groups, presenting insights to support discussions around key business decisions

• Partnerships insights support, including fan and audience analysis and reporting on partnerships effectiveness

• Scope and build dashboards of fan data for key internal stakeholders to assist with day-to-day reporting and decision making

• Line management of a Senior Insights Executive

• Day-to-day account management of select club data suppliers, including SportBusiness, YouGov and Blinkfire

• Ad-hoc support on insights projects across all off-field departments subject to business needs 

 

Knowledge

• Extensive audience research and analysis for growing brands or sports organisations

• Application of consumer demographics, psychographics and behaviour to shape decision making

• Creating segments and building strategies to engage specific audiences

• An understanding of brand tracking

• Experience using panelled research solutions (e.g. GWI, YouGov)

• Survey writing and analysis experience

• An understanding of TV audience measurement

• An understanding of social media metrics or ticketing data would be desirable but not essential

• Partnerships sales insights and partnerships impact measurement experience desirable but not essential

 

Specialist Skills

• Extensive desk research and report writing experience

• The ability to turn data into compelling narratives for a range of stakeholders

• Strong written and verbal presentation skills. Experience presenting to both internal and external stakeholders

• Experience running on quantitative consumer research projects (e.g. fan surveys or focus groups)

• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Experience of building dashboards for a range of audiences, SQL and PowerBI experience valuable but not essential

 

People Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with a range of internal stakeholders

• Comfortable communicating and presenting to internal and external audiences

• Mentoring and upskilling staff from other departments to maximise their use of data and increase process efficiency

• Line management experience desirable

 

External Impact

• Represent the club at major fan group meetings, using data to communicate and support key strategic fan-focussed decisions

• Be the first port-of-call for fan insights for the Fan & Community Relations, Marketing and Partnerships Departments

• Attend regular marketing meetings on behalf of the Insights & Strategy team

• Present key fan insights to senior stakeholders around the business

• Account management of select data providers

• Represent the club at industry events

 

Decision Making

• Regular reviews of key research supplier relationships to ensure maximum impact and value for money

• Scoping fan-focussed research projects and managing them to completion

• Building out the club’s market intelligence resources around fan and audience growth both within and outside of the sports industry

• Optimisation of internal processes to maximise the use of fan data in decision making

 

Innovation

• Lead research projects to support the club’s growth ambitions

• Review how the club currently uses fan data and profiling, maximising its impact internally and externally

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Insights & Strategy Department with a specific focus on consumer research, market intelligence and maximising the club’s understanding of its fanbase

 

General Club Accountabilities

• To comply with all Club policies, including health and safety, data regulations and other legal, ethical and social requirements

• To build and maintain good working relationships while maintaining a professional image

• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel

• To always maintain a flexible approach to work

 

Inclusion Statement 

Brentford FC is proud to be an organisation that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a culture that celebrates difference and ensures fairness, safety, representation, and belonging.

We recognise that some groups remain underrepresented in our workforce and are actively working to change this. As part of that commitment, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds — particularly those from ethnically diverse communities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people.

We’re committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process, with all decisions made based on merit and suitability — regardless of background or protected characteristic. Should you be selected for interview, we welcome the opportunity to discuss any specific arrangements, accommodations or reasonable adjustments you may require to be made.

 

Safeguarding Statement 

Brentford FC is fully committed to promoting equality, and to safeguarding the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and is a core part of the Club’s culture. All staff and volunteers share a collective duty to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment, both on and off the field.

To ensure this, all staff are required to complete regular safeguarding training appropriate to their role. This training supports a proactive and informed approach to safeguarding practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to understand, adhere to, and actively uphold all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures. This includes recognising signs of abuse or harm, responding appropriately, and reporting any concerns in a timely manner to the Club’s Safeguarding Team.

Brentford FC operates safer recruitment practices. We remind individuals that it is a criminal offence for a person barred from engaging in regulated activity to apply for a role that involves such activity.

PE Lead Coach (East Sussex)

Role: PE Lead Coach (East Sussex)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: 136 Freshfield Road offices, Brighton and schools within the Sussex area

Job Type: 1 year fixed term contract

Deadline Day: 22 September 2026

 

About Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation

We are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, using the power of football to change lives. We are passionate about delivering high quality, inclusive and impactful community programmes that help children, young people, and adults get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex. If you share our commitment to making a difference in our communities then we’d love you to be part of the team.

 

What is the role?

Are you ready to inspire the next generation through sport and make an impact in local schools and communities?

There will be at least 32 hours a week of high-quality delivery in this role. Your sessions will be engaging and inclusive and be tailored to your audience. You will manage venue operations, and conduct risk assessments to ensure a safe environment at all times. As the face of the program, you will also act as a welcoming and professional first point of contact for parents and school partners.

To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description

 

Am I right for this role?

We are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for physical education and knows how to keep children engaged, motivated, and learning across a variety of sports. You will have extensive experience delivering physical education within school settings across a range of sports. You must be adaptable under pressure, and approach challenges with a positive, pragmatic mindset.

To be successful in this role, you must hold

• UEFA C Licence or above
• FA Emergency First Aid certificate
• FA Safeguarding Children certificate

 

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values:

• Treat People Well

• Exceed Expectations

• Aim High. Never Give Up

• Act with Integrity

• Make it Special

 

How we say thank you  

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground

• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season

• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

 

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.

 

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK-based position. It is unlawful to employ anyone without permission to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a complete 3 year reference history, DBS checks and verification of your right to work. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Senior Club Photographer

Role: Senior Club Photographer

Hours: Full-time. To include evenings, weekends and matchdays. 

Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton/American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Job Type: Permanent 

Deadline Day: 22 September 2026

 

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact. We are proud to have placed in the Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2026.

 

Own the still image output of the creative studio 

You will act as creative lead on where we can elevate the club's photography through new and innovative creative techniques. This means constantly testing new formats, styles and mixed-media approaches, from grading and composition through to AI-assisted and generative workflows, to keep the club's imagery evolving. 

Alongside that creative remit, the role runs the full operational scope of the photography function day to day: match and training coverage across every team and age group, portraiture and commercial shoots, community and matchday requests, and the systems, archiving and people management that keep the whole function running.

To find out more about this role, click through to the job description

 

What we are looking for in a candidate 

We are looking for a visionary visual storyteller with a standout sports and documentary portfolio. You thrive under the lights and the pressure, capturing raw, fast-moving live action as it unfolds. Above all, you bring a relentlessly creative mindset. We want an innovator who is eager to experiment with mixed media and confidently push the boundaries of our current visual style.

So we could get a flavour of your work, it would be great if you could include a link to your portfolio on your CV. 

 

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values:

• Treat People Well

• Exceed Expectations

• Aim High. Never Give Up

• Act with Integrity

• Make it Special

 

How we say thank you  

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground

• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season

• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

 

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.

 

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK-based position. It is unlawful to employ anyone without permission to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a complete 3 year reference history, DBS checks and verification of your right to work. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Product Designer

Location:  Manchester, GB

Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time

Contract Type:  Permanent

 

Based in Manchester, this permanent role gives you the opportunity to shape new product ideas before they move into scaled technology delivery. Working across prototypes, journeys and early concept validation, you will help turn strategy into clear, testable and technically considered product experiences that are ready for build.

 

Who We Are

Founded in 2013, City Football Group is the world’s leading private owner and operator of football clubs, with teams across the globe connected by a shared belief in doing things differently. Alongside our clubs, we invest in football-related businesses and build partnerships that help the game, and the communities around it, thrive. Everything we do is guided by our purpose: empowering better lives through football. Rooted in more than a century of “City” football, we are proud of the role our clubs play locally and globally, creating positive impact on and off the pitch.

Within our Product team, we work to turn approved ideas into experiences that are clear, useful and ready for delivery. This role sits close to Product Managers, Technology Solutions and operational colleagues, helping us reduce ambiguity early, test assumptions quickly and make sure product concepts are well defined before scaled implementation begins.

 

The Role

The Product Designer will work with Product Managers and operational colleagues to explore new opportunities, understand customer and business needs, and turn early ideas into clearly defined product concepts.

You will use journey mapping, service mapping, wireframes, interaction models and prototypes to make ideas tangible, testable and easier to understand.

A key part of the role is working closely with Technology Solutions and engineers to assess feasibility, explore solution options and identify constraints, dependencies, risks and likely delivery effort.

You will help translate product vision into a shared understanding of how a solution could work, what needs to be built and where further investigation or development is required.

You will support the transition from discovery into scaled delivery by clearly articulating the problem, proposed experience, requirements and technical considerations.

Acting as a translator between Product and Technology Solutions, you will help improve product readiness, reduce rework and give delivery teams a stronger foundation from which to build scalable products. 

 

What You’ll Bring

You will be a collaborative and pragmatic product thinker who can connect customer experience, product strategy, operational reality and technology delivery. You will be comfortable working in ambiguity, communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and helping teams turn good ideas into well-defined opportunities.

• Experience shaping digital products, services, user journeys or customer experiences within product, digital, commerce or technology environments.

• Strong capability in discovery, ideation, journey mapping, service mapping, wireframing, interaction design, prototyping and concept validation.

• The ability to translate between business, product, design and technology audiences, making complex ideas clear and creating shared understanding.

• Experience working with Product Managers, engineers, architects or technology teams to explore feasibility, shape requirements and define potential solutions.

• Strong technical understanding to identify dependencies, constraints, risks and implications of design decisions, without needing to be an engineer.

• A structured, clear and pragmatic approach to problem-solving, with the confidence to challenge assumptions, use insight and data to refine concepts, and identify what must be understood before a project is ready for build.

 

Why Choose Us

Working at City Football Group means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

Manchester-based employees also benefit from free on-site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

 

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by 22 September 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.

 

Equal Opportunities

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. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

All CFG recruitment communications originate from @cityfootball.com email addresses. If you receive communications from Gmail, Outlook.com or other personal email services claiming to represent CFG, please verify with the hiring team. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.

Facility and Investment Lead

We are looking for a Facilities and Investment Lead to support our current team in delivering investment in grassroots football facilities where it is needed most across our county.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about grassroots football facilities and has the ability to help club volunteers shape their ideas and position themselves to apply for funding to improve their facilities and sustain their clubs.

We have made great strides in improving grass pitches across Kent, and this role will help ensure we meet our targets. It will also ensure that our clubs and partners can access advice, support and funding through the Grass Pitch Improvement Programme.

Our clubs require support to access grants for small-scale projects, facility improvements, equipment and activities. Using your skills, you will guide them through the wide range of funding opportunities available locally and nationally.

Location: Hybrid working from home and at Kent FA HQ, Invicta House, Cobdown Park, London Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6DQ.Salary: £30,000-£33,000.

Hours per week: 35 hours per week.

Closing date: 5pm on Thursday 24 September 2026.

Vacancy type: Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week).

 

Key accountabilities

• Line manage the Football Development Officer (Adult Male) and Football Development Officer (Inclusion) to ensure they meet their key objectives and KPIs, receive support throughout the season, and complete their personal development reviews.

• Support the delivery of activities that ensure every affiliated football fixture is played on a 'good'-quality pitch, including the use of PitchPower.

• Monitor the quantity and quality of football pitches and ground locations used for affiliated fixtures.

• Ensure that the outcomes of each facility project align with the Football Foundation measurement framework and The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy.

• Activate grass-pitch facilities that are not currently registered on PitchPower to help achieve the target of 471 good pitches.

• Support the delivery of support days for Football Foundation applicants in relation to the Grass Pitch Improvement Programme and Small Grants Programme.

• Support applicants in developing their football development plans to enable them to apply successfully for funding.

• Support clubs and organisations in accessing assistance through Football Foundation programmes, including Howden's Game Changer, Lionesses HERe to Play, Home Advantage and InPost.

• Develop collaborative working partnerships with local authorities, clubs, leagues, schools and other facility providers.

• Lead on all matters relating to planning protection, the completion of Sport England planning consultations, and the safeguarding of playing pitches across Kent.

• Work with the new unitary authorities to establish partnerships and productive working relationships and represent Kent FA at identified Place Partnership meetings.

 

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or have at least two years' relevant industry experience. They will be able to think and work strategically, be self-motivated, and demonstrate excellent leadership skills. In addition, they will be able to build strong relationships with partner organisations and possess a strong customer-service ethos.

 

About Kent FA

The Kent FA prides itself on being an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, and these are exciting times as we continue to deliver our strategy, Play, Promote and Protect 2024-28, which reinforces our vision and objectives through to 2028. Kent FA has played an important role in strategically planning, developing and delivering facilities for grassroots football since The FA, the Premier League, Sport England and the Government established the Football Foundation in 2000. During the 2024-28 strategy period, we have secured £17.5 million to improve grassroots football facilities for players, clubs, leagues and other football facility providers across the county.

 

Application process

• Complete the Application Form and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and return them to Jobs@KentFA.com no later than 5pm on Thursday 24 September 2026.

• Please complete the Application Form in Microsoft Word format. Applicants are asked not to convert the file to PDF format.

• Applications received after the deadline will only be considered in exceptional circumstances, for example where proof of posting indicates undue delay through no fault of the applicant.

• Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.

• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted during the week commencing 1 October 2026 to arrange a mutually convenient interview time. If you have not been contacted by 2 October

• 2026, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

• Interviews will be held on 8 October 2026.

• If required, second interviews may be held to determine the most suitable candidate for the role. 

 

Application Documents

Job Description and Person Specification

Application Form

Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form

 

Safeguarding

Kent FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according the nature of the role and the information provided.

 

Equality and Diversity

Kent FA promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any requirements in relation to the recruitment or interview process, please include details on the application form.

 

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jeff Davis, Head of Football Development and Investment, Jeff.Davis@KentFA.com for an informal discussion.

Women's Partnerships Manager

Contract Type: Permanent 

Hours: Full Time

Closing date for applications: 24 September 2026

Ipswich Town Women's Football Club are seeking Women’s Partnerships Manager who is passionate about Women's Football and has a proven ability to drive new business acquisition, secure high-value commercial partnerships, and maximise revenue opportunities across the club's commercial portfolio.

If you are interested in applying for the role, please complete an online application form detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Please note CV's for this role will not be accepted.

Women's Partnerships Manager Recruitment Pack
 

Senior Community Operations Manager

Role: Senior Community Operations Manager 

Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: 136 Freshfield Road offices, Brighton  

Salary: £46,000 per annum

Job Type: 6 month fixed term contract

Deadline Day: 24 September 2026

 

About Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation

We are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, using the power of football to change lives. We are passionate about delivering high quality, inclusive and impactful community programmes that help children, young people, and adults get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex. If you share our commitment to making a difference in our communities then we’d love you to be part of the team.

 

What is the role?

Are you an operational leader who wants your work to mean more? We are looking for a dynamic, senior operational leader to take the helm of our core delivery areas: Football, Disability, Education, and Community Wellbeing. You won't just be managing processes, you will be driving the performance and ultimate impact of our programmes.

This role will also include the line management of the department heads of our delivery areas. 

To find out more about this role and the person specification, click here to view the job description

 

Am I right for this role?

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead with purpose
• Empower the team
• Maximise resources
• Drive excellence 
• Navigate change

So, if that sounds like you and you have a sharp eye for operational planning, a head for budget management and a heart for community impact, we want you on our team.

 

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values:

• Treat People Well

• Exceed Expectations

• Aim High. Never Give Up

• Act with Integrity

• Make it Special

 

How we say thank you  

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground

• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season

• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

 

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.

 

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK-based position. It is unlawful to employ anyone without permission to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a complete 3 year reference history, DBS checks and verification of your right to work. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

The Football Association Independent Mental Health Expert Panel

Division: Human Resources 

Location: Home based 

Closing Date: 25 September 2026

 

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 grassroots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England Teams, and we have two world class assets: Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.  

Our vision is to inspire positive change through football; our national game that breaks down barriers and unites people from very different backgrounds. Today, we are the governing body of a national community that includes more than 15.7 million football participants, almost 30 million fans and more than 90,000 grassroots teams.  

At The FA mental health and wellbeing is a core enabler of everything we do, personally and professionally, on the field and off the field, in how we perform, deliver, and navigate the world around us.   

 

The Role 

As an organisation we are increasingly responding to a range of complex mental health related cases that often involve ethical, psychosocial, and occupational challenges that impact individuals as well as presenting, in some cases, increased organisational risk. As we continue to evolve our internal support structures, we recognise the value that an independent expert panel will bring.  

The purpose of the Independent Mental Health Expert Panel (IMHEP) is to bring together specialists to provide independent multidisciplinary oversight, consultation, reflective supervision and expert guidance regarding complex mental health cases. The focus of the panel is to support our internal workforce of c.1000 colleagues, for whom we have a duty of care to support and protect mental health and wellbeing.  

We are looking for individuals with a strong passion for delivering human centred, multidisciplinary mental health care, and a broad knowledge of the mental health challenges faced by individuals working in high performance sport cultures. We are seeking individuals with a sound understanding of the modern game of football in its various forms, and who have a comprehensive working knowledge of the most up to date policy and research progressions in their respective field.   

 

Key Accountabilities 

As a member of the IMHEP you will be required to: 

• Provide twice yearly independent expert case consultation for the Mental Health and Wellbeing (MH&WB) and HR teams
• Improve quality and consistency of internal case management 
• Strengthen safeguarding and risk management
• Ensure the safety of, and ethical practice by, internal practitioners and the organisation
• Identify common themes and learning opportunities 
• Support the MH&WB and HR teams (and in some cases line managers) in managing particularly complex cases (where such support is requested by the MH&WB and HR teams)
• Offer advisory recommendation, observation and learning  
• Where appropriate support psychologically informed governance and policy 
   

The panel will offer recommendation only and The FA retains operational, legal, clinical, safeguarding and managerial accountability for all decisions.  

The MH&WB team will be responsible for coordinating the panel, chairing meetings, recording and securely storing/sharing relevant information, and remain accountable for all case related decision making.  

There will be two formal meetings per year where a selection of complex cases will be taken to the panel for review and discussion. Examples of selected cases might include: 

• High-risk mental health concerns 
• Suicidality or self-harm concerns 
• Repeated safeguarding concerns
• Complex interpersonal challenges or behavioural risk
• Significant psychological or emotional trauma 
• Ethical uncertainty
• Multidisciplinary or cross function conflict of interest
• Organisational risk
• Longstanding mental health and/ or performance support needs  

 

What we are looking for 

Members of the Panel will include: 

• Consultant Psychiatrist
• Clinical Psychologist
• Occupational Psychologist or Organisational Consultant
• Neurodiversity Specialist
• Health and Safety Representative  
• Human Resource Specialist

Members of the Panel will be expected to participate independently and objectively, and within the boundaries of their professional competence. Any conflicts of interest (case specific or in relation to the organisation whole) must be declared to the Chair of the Panel prior to participation. Contributions must be constructive and offered for the good of The FA and its employees. Members are expected to promote safe and ethical practice at all times and maintain confidentiality throughout (The panel may decide that confidentiality be broken where there is a legal obligation to disclose information, where there is a risk of serious harm to an individual or others, or where the sharing of information is needed to safeguard an individuals welfare)

 

Time Commitment 

As a minimum, IMHEP members should attend two scheduled meetings per year to review and discuss a selection of identified complex cases. Meetings will usually be face to face on weekdays at The National Football Centre St George's Park, or Wembley Stadium. Additional Panel meetings may be called at the discretion of the Panel Chair.  Panel members will also be available for ad hoc consultation on specific matters within the Panel's remit as required. Ad hoc meetings will be kept to a minimum and usually be held online.  

Members will receive a set fee for attending meetings, and reasonable expenses incurred in order to travel to meetings will be reimbursed.    

Members will be appointed for an initial term of two years, after which they will be eligible to reapply for another two years, up to four times (maximum of 8 years). Members can resign from the Panel at any point with written notice, and The FA can also terminate appointments where necessary. 

 

Role Descriptors 

The FA are looking to appoint the following specialist roles: 

Consultant Psychiatrist 

Providing specialist medical and psychiatric expertise regarding complex mental health presentations, risk assessment considerations, diagnostic complexity, treatment pathways, and psychiatric considerations.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide expert psychiatric consultation
• Advise on risk formulations
• Consider diagnostic complexities
• Provide expert understanding of severe mental illness
• Advise on treatment considerations and appropriateness of support plans
• Contribute to reflective discussions 

 

Essential Qualifications 

• Registered medical practitioner 
• Specialist registration in psychiatry
• Professional registration with General Medical Council (GMC) and indemnity insurance
• Significant experience in the management and review of complex mental health  

 

Clinical Psychologist 

Providing psychological formulation, behavioural understanding, trauma-informed diagnosis, and psychologically informed perspective on complex cases. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide psychological formulation
• Advise on trauma-informed approaches
• Identify behavioural and systemic factors
• Advise on safe and ethical practice
• Support reflective learning process 

 

Essential Qualifications 

• HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
• Current professional registration
• Significant experience working with complex cases
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team 

 

Occupational Psychologist or Organisational Consultant

Providing expertise on workplace mental health and wellbeing, psychosocial risk factors, systemic stressors, and psychologically well organisations.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Advise on workplace psychosocial risk factors
• Consider organisational impact
• Provide perspective on psychologically informed workplace approaches
• Support broader workplace wellbeing considerations

Essential Qualifications 

Registered Occupational Psychologist or relevant equivalent
Relevant professional memberships, including HCPC registration
Significant experience in organisational mental health 

 

Neurodiversity Specialist 

Providing expertise on neurodiversity, psychosocial risk factors, equality and inclusion support, and systemic risk factors concerning neurodiverse cases management.   

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide expert advise on appropriate support infrastructure for cases involving neurodiverse diagnoses
• Advise on behavioural and systemic factors 
• Support reflective learning process where neurodiverse factors are involved   
• Support escalation process where required  

Essential Qualifications 

• HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
• Current professional registration
• Significant experience working with neurodiverse populations in the workplace 

 

Health and Safety Representative  

Providing expertise regarding workplace health and safety requirements, psychosocial risk management, and organisational safety obligations.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Support organisational safety considerations
• Identify systemic risk implications
• Advise on safe systems of work
• Support governance and risk compliance 
• Advise on psychosocial risk management 

Essential Qualifications 

• CertIOSH or CMIOSH membership, or equivalent MIIRSM membership
• Significant experience working with organisational risk management  
• Understanding of organisational risk management legislations including ISO45003
• Working understanding of psychosocial risk factors  
• Working understanding of supporting organisational wellbeing obligations 

 

Human Resource Specialist

Providing expertise on employment practice, people management, workplace policies, employee relations, and organisational processes to inform consideration of complex workplace mental health cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice on HR policies and employment practices
• Consider employee relations and workplace processes
• Advise on reasonable workplace adjustments and organisational procedures
• Support fair, consistent, and legally compliant decision-making
• Contribute a people management perspective within multidisciplinary discussions

Essential Qualifications

• Chartered Member or Fellow of the CIPD (or equivalent professional body)
• Significant senior HR experience, including employee relations and complex workplace cases
• Experience advising on workplace wellbeing, absence management, and organisational policy
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

If you feel that you have the relevant skills and experience, please do apply, and select which panel position you are applying for on the application form.

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Kent FA ETC Player Development Lead

Job Title: Kent FA ETC Player Development Lead 

Salary: £30 per hour

Vacancy Type: Casual Contract until June 2027

Hours per week: Weekly sessions on Friday evenings, term-time only, with the addition of training supplements and fixtures to be added to the delivery. Minimum 3 hours per week.  

Location: Aylesford Football Club, Forstal Road, Aylesford, Pavillion, ME20 7AU

Closing Date: Sunday 4th October 2026

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of FA Coaching Level 3/UEFA B or above, with the knowledge and experience working within the girls’ football pathway. They will also hold valid and in-date FA Safeguarding Children’s qualification and Introduction to First Aid Football (IFAIF) qualification. It is preferable that candidates hold a full driving licence. 

 

Key accountabilities

• Design and embed the technical framework within the centre.

• Ensure individual player development is embedded throughout the programme.

• To ensure players with potential are identified and retained within the Centre.

• Liaise with the relevant coaches to ensure delivery correlates with the weekly topic, and plan accordingly to when goalkeepers would be needed within practices within their group across the 30 week programme.

• To complete player IDP’s per block alongside coaches to monitor player development.

• To oversee coaching team alongside Centre Manger.

• Ensure that the Kent FA philosophy and ethos is followed at all times.

• Ensure effective communication between all departments and stakeholders, including parents, is continuous throughout the season.

• To adhere to the FA Safeguarding and equality policies and procedures.

• To adhere to the FA and Kent FA ETC codes of conduct at all times.

• To adhere to the Kent FA ETC Data Protection Policy and Privacy Policy.

 

What we can offer

• An opportunity to work within the new female pathway with high performing players. 

• Access to high-quality training, networking and personal development opportunities. 

• Support along your coaching journey.

 

About Kent FA

The Kent FA prides itself on being an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, and these are exciting times as we continue to deliver our strategy, Play, Promote and Protect 2024-28, which reinforces our vision and objectives through to 2028. Kent FA has played an important role in strategically planning, developing and delivering facilities for grassroots football since The FA, the Premier League, Sport England and the Government established the Football Foundation in 2000. During the 2024-28 strategy period, we have secured £17.5 million to improve grassroots football facilities for players, clubs, leagues and other football facility providers across the county.

 

Application process

To apply for this role, please send a completed Application Form and Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form by email to Jobs@KentFA.com 

The closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 4th October 2026. Applications received after deadline will only be considered in exceptional circumstances. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.

Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application; however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and drawn directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or content generated by artificial intelligence, as your own), applications may be withdrawn. 

 

Application Documents

Job Description and Person Specification

Application Form

Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form

 

Safeguarding

Kent FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according the nature of the role and the information provided.

 

Equality and Diversity

Kent FA promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone. If you have any requirements in relation to the recruitment or interview process, please include details on the application form.

 

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sam Buttress, Kent FA ETC Centre Manager on Sam.Buttress@KentFA.com