SUMMARY OF ROLE:

We currently have an opportunity for an Academy Transport Co-ordinator to join our Academy Operations Department based at our training ground at Thorp Arch, Wetherby. This new role has been created to support our Academy Operations department with an increased workload.

The Transport Co-Ordinator will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of transport requirements across the Academy full-time and hybrid training model.

This role is full time and may include evening & weekends and the candidate must be flexible and adaptable to differing seasonal work patterns to meet the required transport demands.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Leeds United Football Club is an Premier League football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire, where we play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.

Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Co-ordinate transport schedules for full-time and day release players across the season and any ad-hoc transport requirements

• Communicate transport schedules to relevant stakeholders and maintain accurate driving records

• Manage the Academy vehicle fleet keeping records of mileage, logbooks, maintenance and repairs

• Ensure vehicle compliance is met and work collaboratively with the Junior Football Administrator at Elland Road to maintain insurance records

• Support Academy Operations Manager with the organisation of transport and logistics for the Academy Senior games programme.

• Assist in the planning of the Academy schedule and ensure the effective communication to relevant stakeholders.

• Act as an assisting point of contact for leagues, associations, and all other relevant external stakeholders on matters relating to the Senior games programme.

• Act as a superuser for the Club’s communication and scheduling platform – Teamworks and Intelligence Platform of contact for Academy Parents on matters relating to scheduling, transport and the Senior games programme.

• Assist the Academy Management Team and wider Academy with individual travel needs

• Carry out any further administrative supportive duties as required by the Academy Manager and Operations team.

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING:

• Already hold or be able to acquire a FA enhanced DBS certificate.

• Already hold or be able to acquire a FA Safeguarding certificate.

• Driving license is essential

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Flexibility in working hours when needed

• Experience of operating in an elite sports environment is desirable

• Ability to work alone and as part of a multidiscipline team

• Have experience of checking reports and compliance

• Excellent organisational skills with an ability to multi-task

• Be an effective communicator

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines delivering high quality output

• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Inspires others and is a positive role model.

• Is personable and able to connect and build relationships with others easily.

• Demands high standards and has an attention to detail.

• Shares the vision and values of the Academy and is motivated to achieve its objectives.

• Able to work in a high-profile environment with regular media coverage and public interest.

• Is responsible and acts in the best interests of the Academy.

• Is open minded, innovative and willing to explore new ideas/concepts.

• Enjoys facing challenges and have the resilience and resourcefulness to see complex tasks through.

• Is proactive and able to identify and mitigate risks.

• Able to work with players, staff and other stakeholders of varying ages, experience, backgrounds and cultures.

• Committed to personal development and continuous improvement.

• Possesses a strong work ethic and are motivated to be the best they can be.

• Able to promote the positive image of the Academy and the Club.

General Statement

All employees and workers of the Club must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regards to all policies and procedures and in particular health and safety, confidentiality and data protection.

Safeguarding Statement

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

www.leedsunited.com/en/club/safeguarding

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation. The club does not tolerate any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment. Your behaviour must align to the principles of equality as outlined in the Clubs equality policy which can be found at

www.leedsunited.com/en/equality-and-diversity

Health & Safety Statement

The Club is committed to effective management of the Health and Safety risks to all employees, visitors, supporters, and any others associated with the Club. As part of this commitment all staff are expected to conduct your business in a proactive way that prevents injury and ill health to those who may be affected by your activities.

All staff are expected to undertake regular Health & Safety related training and to ensure the environments in which they work remain safe at all times, with the mindset that Health & Safety is everybody’s responsibility.