Job Description
Watford Football Club’s Academy are looking to recruit some new host families to support our young
players aged between 16-23 years old. We currently have around 150 young players within the
Academy, some of whom stay with host families, allowing them to take the opportunity of full-time
employment at the Football Club as either an apprentice or professional player.
We are looking for families who can provide a room (per player) and a cooked evening meal during the
week, as well as providing a suitable and safe environment; to be either on a 6-night or 7-night per week
paid agreement.
We are looking for hosts living in and around the Watford, St Albans and London Colney area for the
2025/2026 football season and/or longer.
Daily transport is provided by the Club for players who do not have their own transport.
As part of the process the Club would complete several visits to determine the suitability of location and
to ensure that the home meets the requirements for hosting a young player.
This role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a DBS
Enhanced Criminal Record Check with children’s barred list check for all house occupants aged 18 or
older.
As a regulated activity provider and as part of the short-listing process we may carry out an online
search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence process.
Club Commitment:
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that
represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer
and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding:
We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure
that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.
