Host Families

About the Role

Salford City FC Academy is seeking caring, responsible and supportive host families to provide a safe and nurturing home environment for our 16–18 year old academy scholars. Host families play a vital role in supporting the personal development, wellbeing and educational success of our young players.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, clean and comfortable bedroom for the scholar.
• Provide nutritious meals (breakfast and evening meal as a minimum).
• Offer a supportive and welcoming family environment.
• Support scholars with daily routines, including travel planning and time management.
• Encourage positive behaviours, wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Communicate regularly with academy staff regarding welfare or safeguarding concerns.
• Comply with all safeguarding, health and safety and academy policies.
• Facilitate a quiet space suitable for study and rest.

Person Specification

• Reside in the Salford or Sale area.
• Ability to provide a stable and supportive home environment.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively with academy staff.
• Understanding of the needs of young people aged 16–18.
• Willingness to undertake DBS checks and home assessments.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Safeguarding

Salford City FC Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All host families will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and a home risk assessment. Ongoing monitoring and training may be required.

Payment & Terms

Host families will receive £26 per night, per scholar. Payment arrangements and terms will be agreed in writing prior to placement. This arrangement does not constitute employment but a hosting agreement.