Academy Driver - Part Time

Part time Academy Supply Chain

Job Description

Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. 
 
During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. 
 
One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.        

From the 2025/26 season, we will embark on an exciting journey at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,888-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey.

In doing so, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.  

About the opportunity: We are looking for Academy Driver(s) to join our Academy Operations department.

As an Academy Driver you will provide transport using a company vehicle for academy players and trialists to and from the academy at Finch Farm and other locations as required. 

Other key responsibilities include:

  • To provide transport for Academy players and trialists to and from the Academy, and any other locations as required
  • To ensure players and any other passengers always wear seatbelts whilst they are in their vehicle
  • To ensure the highest standard of behaviour from the players whilst they are in the vehicle
  • To ensure the vehicle is clean and tidy at all times

Who we are looking for: Essentially, we are looking for an experienced commercial driver who has a full UK driving licence.

The successful candidate will be working closely with our academy players so excellent communication and organisation skills are crucial. 

The role is based at Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood). This position is on a permanent contract working 25 hours per week.

The closing date of this advert is Tuesday 15th July 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substation amount of applications.     

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.            

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here             

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion       

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - careers@evertonfc.com        

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.