Academy Host Family

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Behind every successful Academy player is a network of people who provide care, encouragement and stability. Our Host Family programme plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming environment where talented young players can thrive both personally and academically while pursuing their football ambitions.

We are looking for caring host families in the Sale area, Greater Manchester or surrounding areas to provide a home-from-home for Academy players aged 14–19 who attend Ashton-on-Mersey School or Manchester Grammar School and train at our Carrington Training Complex.

The Role:
As a Manchester United Academy Host Family, you will provide a safe, supportive and nurturing home environment for young players living away from their families. Your role extends beyond accommodation – you will become an important part of a player's support network, helping them settle into daily life, maintain healthy routines and flourish during an important stage of their development.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing a comfortable, private furnished bedroom with storage, a desk, WiFi access and access to bathroom and laundry facilities.
• Preparing nutritious meals that support the players' health and wellbeing.
• Offering a welcoming family environment where players feel safe, valued and supported.
• Supporting players with their day-to-day wellbeing and helping them adapt to living away from home.
• Maintaining regular communication with the Academy Host Family Manager where appropriate.
• Ideally accommodating two or more players, although applications from families able to host one player are also welcomed.

Host families receive competitive financial remuneration to help cover accommodation, meals and laundry costs.

The Person:
We're looking for individuals or families who:

• Can provide a safe, caring and welcoming home environment.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting young people during an important stage of their development.
• Are reliable, approachable and able to offer guidance, encouragement and pastoral support.
• Have suitable accommodation that meets the Academy's hosting requirements.
• Live within a reasonable travelling distance of Carrington and Ashton-on-Mersey School, with good transport links.
• Are committed to helping young people balance the demands of elite football and education.

No previous hosting experience is required. What matters most is your ability to provide a supportive family environment where Academy players can feel at home while pursuing their ambitions.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 27th July 

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks. 
  
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you. 
  
It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.