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Stoke City FC

  • Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Stoke City Football Club is an English professional football club based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Founded as Stoke Ramblers in 1863 the Club changed its name to Stoke City in 1925 after Stoke-on-Trent was granted city status. We are proudly the oldest professional football club in the world, and are one of the founding members of the Football League.

 

The Club's first, and to date only, major trophy was won in the 1972 Football League Cup Final, when the team beat Chelsea 2–1. The club have won the Football League Trophy on two occasions, first in 1992 and most recently in 2000. The Club's highest league finish in the top division is 4th, which was achieved in both 1935/36 and 1946/47. The Potters have competed in European football in 1972/73, 1974/75; and most recently in 2011–12 after reaching the FA Cup Final in 2011, finishing runners-up to Manchester City.

 

Stoke City's home ground is the bet365 Stadium, a 30,000+ all-seater stadium. Before the stadium was opened in 1997, the club was based at the Victoria Ground, which had been their home ground since 1878. The club's nickname is 'the Potters'​, named after the pottery industry in Stoke-on-Trent. The Club's traditional colours are red and white vertically striped shirts, white shorts and stockings

08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Host Families
Stoke City FC Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League is looking for Host Families to accommodate young players between the ages of 13-21 years. Homes need to be located within a close proximity to the Clayton Wood Training Ground (ST4 6NB) in order for the players to have easy access to this location. Hosts are encouraged to include young players in family life and young players are expected to respect their Host Family’s way of life. Both hosts and young players are given guidelines explaining what is expected of them. All our Host Families are regularly visited and inspected by the Academy Safeguarding Officer and are required to provide satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. In return the Club will provide the Host Family with a payment as well as the necessary training to ensure they understand the needs of an elite athlete. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all...
08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Fundraising and Events Manager
Stoke City FC Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Stoke City Foundation, the official charitable arm of Stoke City Football Club, is seeking a Fundraising and Events Manager. As a proud member of the English Football League, the Club's Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. This pivotal role, based at the bet365 Stadium and other facilities as required, will be key in shaping the future of our community programmes. Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, you will play a key role in generating sustainable income and supporting the delivery of impactful community programmes. You will lead the development and delivery of a high-impact fundraising and events programme, building strong partnerships, delivering engaging campaigns, and creating memorable events that inspire supporters and stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enabling the Foundation to expand its work across health, education, and community...
08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Regional Recruitment Coordinator (U7-U10)
Stoke City FC Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League is looking for a dedicated and insightful Regional Recruitment Coordinator to spearhead our talent identification efforts for the U7-U10 age groups. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute directly to the development and delivery of our Pre-Academy recruitment strategy, identifying players with the potential to become future stars. Reporting to the Head of Recruitment, you will be instrumental in scouting and assessing young players, building relationships within the football community, and ensuring our recruitment processes are robust and effective. The ideal candidate will be completing regular reports and act as a professional ambassador for Stoke City Football Club at all times, representing the Club with integrity. The role requires a high degree of flexibility to cover evening and weekend work. The position will be offered on a full time permanent basis. Main Responsibilities...
08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Academy Sports Scientist
Stoke City FC Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Academy Sports Scientist to apply scientific principles to improve athletic performance and support its sports science operations at our Clayton Wood Training Ground in Trent Vale.  Reporting to the Head of Academy Sports Science, the successful applicant will work in conjunction with the coaching department and will aid the planning of age group training sessions, primarily for the Youth Development Phase and Foundation Development Phase, but also assisting with the Professional Development Phase when needed. Main Responsibilities Improving performance through developing, implementing and evaluating various training programmes. Providing Sports Science support at tournaments as necessary. Attending national and regional meetings, workshops and training courses as appropriate. Providing match day Sports Science support and post-match recovery strategies....
08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Conference and Events Sales Executive
Stoke City FC Stoke-on-Trent, UK
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Stoke City Football Club for a Conference and Events Sales Executive to support the venue team at the bet365 Stadium. Reporting to the Conference and Events Manager, the purpose of the role is to generate income from meetings, events and conference hire at the bet365 Stadium. Main Responsibilities Managing and growing existing relationships with clients and agencies to drive incremental business. Identifying and proactively sourcing new leads through industry working groups, exhibitions, and online platforms to maximise income and fill available capacity.  Attending regular functions, conferences, shows or exhibitions to continually promote the venue. Continually monitor  sales activity to actively seek ways to upsell products and services. Negotiating terms of sales, agreements and closing sales with customers. Responding to customer queries and resolving their objections to encourage them to make a...