16 development officer jobs found

Department:  Watford FC Community Sports and Education Trust Reporting to:  Player Development Officer Hours:  One (1-hour 30mins) session per month Hourly rate:  L1 - £12.25 per hour, L2 - £13.50 per hour, L3 - £16 per hour Location:  All sessions take place once a month on a Friday from 6:30pm – 8pm at the Watford Training Ground. Contract Type:  Casual/Zero hours Closing date:  Ongoing Interview date:  TBC Summary of Your Role Are you a passionate team player who wants to make a positive difference for Disability football? Look no further and apply to be a disability coach working on our FA Talent Hub Programme. You will be key to educating & developing young people who are a part of the first steps of the England Para Pathway Programme and helping them to develop to become an England player. The players you will work with are players who are partially/fully deaf,...

The Club Secretary is the Club’s senior football governance and compliance lead. Reporting to the CEO, the role ensures full adherence to FA and Women’s Super League regulations, oversees player registration and contract administration, and maintains audit-ready compliance systems. As the primary interface with league and regulatory bodies, this role safeguards the Club’s competitive eligibility and supports Tier 1 promotion readiness within a lean and scaling organisation. Key Responsibilities Player Registration & Contract Administration • Manage all player registrations, transfers, loans and deregistrations through FA and league systems. • Maintain oversight of trialist registrations, and all associated regulatory requirements in line with FA and league rules. • Monitor squad composition and eligibility, including homegrown status, loan limits, and competition registration deadlines. • Manage international transfers through the FIFA Transfer...

JOB PURPOSE As a member of the Board of Trustees, to be accountable for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, for the development of the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. The Board holds ultimate responsibility for Safeguarding and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion within Reading FC Community Trust as well as the setting of the Strategic Plan. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure that the charity and its representatives function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with the organisation’s governing document, continually striving for best practice in governance. To uphold the fiduciary duty vested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the charity. To take appropriate professional advice in all matters where there may be material risk to the charity, or where the...

About The Role   Summary of vacancy To provide an elite level of physiotherapy service to the Academy and assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist with the operational management of the Academy medical department at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy to schoolboy players while being expected to be pitch side for training and matches. The candidate will also be expected to upload and maintain medical records on the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) on a daily basis. Main Duties Lead the assessment, rehabilitation and pitch-side first aid of the academy age groups Provide line management to the U9-16 therapists and also assist in duties with the U18 and U21 squads where necessary. Assist, and where necessary lead, in department management duties such as; maintaining up to date audit documentation, ensuring compliance...

ROLE OVERVIEW Luton Town FC Community Trust is seeking to recruit an Oral Health Project Officer. This is a full-time role focused on the delivery of an oral health education programme within targeted primary schools and community settings in Luton over 37.5 hours per week. The individual will be employed on a three-year fixed-term contract. We are seeking an individual who has previous experience of delivery within an education setting to join our team. Specific oral health training will be provided as required. The individual will be passionate about creating positive change and health outcomes for children and their families. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, personable and flexible professional with an ability to create and deliver innovative engaging content. You will have an ability to recognise and develop new opportunities whilst maintaining and developing existing relationships across a broad range of project users and partners. We will be...

Ashton Gate Stadium is a unique sports and entertainment business with the core aim of providing integral support services to ensure the sustainability of Stephen Lansdown’s sporting group of companies which includes Bristol Sport, Bristol City, Bristol Bears, Bristol Flyers Basketball and each of their respective community charities. Our Human Resources team is responsible for processing new joiners to the business, supporting them throughout their lifecycle with queries and also supporting when they are leaving the business. Join a team that enjoys really getting stuck into their role and solving queries that come their way. We are looking for someone who is passionate about deliver an excellent employee experience. You will have experience of working in a fast-paced HR role and will have strong administration and communication skills at all levels. JOB PURPOSE Human Resources Department As a HR Officer you will support department in delivering...

About The Role   Job Title:  Foundation Development Phase Coach (Casual) Department:  Academy Location:  Dimensions / Alsager / Norton / Keele / Roe Lane Reports to:  Head of Coaching / Youth Phase Lead Coach ROLE SUMMARY To coach and develop players primarily within the Foundation Phase (U8–U11), supporting their long-term development and progression along the player pathway. The role contributes to preparing young players for the highest levels of professional football by delivering a high-quality coaching programme aligned with the Club’s philosophy and performance plan. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Work collaboratively with the Lead Foundation Phase Coach to support the development of players aged 8–11. Contribute to and deliver a comprehensive player development programme that maximises opportunities for young players to reach their full potential, in line with the...

Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager Birmingham City Football Club (Academy) Permanent | Full-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre ​ Birmingham City Football Club is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking  Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager  to lead the Academy’s loan and transition pathway strategy. This is a critical role within the Academy structure, responsible for ensuring players are prepared, challenged and supported as they progress through key stages of their development. The role will oversee the full loan process, from planning and placement to monitoring and review, while also leading the transition strategy for players exiting the programme. Working closely with the Academy Technical Director and multidisciplinary staff, you will play an important part in shaping player pathways and ensuring every player has the opportunity to develop in the right environment....

Coventry City Football Club is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation with a proud heritage and a clear vision for the future. We are growing both on and off the pitch, investing in our people, our facilities, and our community. Joining us means being part of a progressive club where every role contributes to success, innovation is encouraged, and excellence is recognised. We offer the unique opportunity to work in a high-performance sporting environment while being part of a supportive, values-driven team that is shaping the next chapter of our journey. At Coventry City, you won’t just be working for a football club, you’ll be part of a movement. What We Can Offer At Coventry City Football Club, we know that success on the pitch comes from creating the right culture off it. That’s why we put people first. When you join us, you’ll become part of a supportive and close-knit team where collaboration and camaraderie are at the heart of everything...

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. About The Candidate...

About The Role   We are pleased to offer the opportunity to gain experience in our busy Academy Analysis department We are able to offer volunteer opportunities during the 2026/27 Football Season as follows: Masters placements - volunteering 20-25 hours per week on a flexible rota basis (will include evenings, weekend, and match day working) Undergraduate placements - volunteering 20-25 hours per week on a flexible rota basis (will include evenings, weekend, and match day working) These are unpaid placement opportunities however reasonable expenses will be reimbursed (agreed in advance by the Company) We are able to offer the opportunity to gain experience as either an Academy Analyst or as an Academy Goalkeeper Analyst Placement Purpose Each placement will offer unique learning opportunities within the season through set roles offering trust and responsibility. Those who are invited to interview...

About The Role   We are looking for someone to join our Commercial Team to proactively sell Reading Football Club partnerships, sponsorships, advertising and increase business performance within this sector   Key Accountabilities: To collaborate with the Head of Department to achieve sponsorship and sales objectives, aiming to significantly increase partnership income To identify and develop leads to secure high-value sponsorship across all areas of the club, including on-kit, real estate and digital assets To proactively source potential sponsors, qualifying prospects, and leading negotiations to successful acquisition. To develop sponsorship proposals by collaborating with internal departments to structure proposals that meet the needs of prospective sponsors. To support partners and the partnership activation team in partner delivery To build and maintain long-term relationships with current and...

JOB PURPOSE The purpose of the role is to assist in the development and implementation of the Academy’s Sports Science plan in line with the Club’s overall strategy for developing elite players.  Focus will primarily be on the development of the following areas of support; · Strength and conditioning – pitch & gym based work. · Diet and nutrition. · Sports Science - including physiology, biomechanics, physical testing and measurement. · Overall delivery of targets and the running of Luton Town Football Club 2020 Ltd (LTFC), with particular focus on the fitness of LTFC playing staff. · To commit to the collective decisions of the Board. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  · To assist the Head of Academy Sport Science in delivering all relevant aspects in line with the Club’s strategic objectives and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). · To work in tandem with all other...

The Head of Catering will lead and manage the club’s food and beverage operations across all environments - including matchdays at the stadium, hospitality suites, corporate events, and the training ground. This strategic and operational role ensures exceptional quality, commercial performance, food safety, and a seamless customer experience across all catering service.  The role will also play a key part in the development and mobilisation of catering operations for Power Court, representing a step-change in scale, complexity and opportunity. The Head of Catering will ensure exceptional quality, safety, service and commercial performance while delivering a food and beverage offer that enhances the supporter and guest experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the planning and delivery of all matchday catering operations, including public concourses, bars, kiosks, premium hospitality, lounges and executive boxes. Oversee hospitality and event...

Job Title:  I.T. Support Technician Department:  Information Technology Based at:  Ewood Park Reports to:  Head of IT Responsible for:  General IT support 1st and 2nd line within the organisation. Assist in Network support Hours of work:  35hrs – based required at Ewood with travel to other sites required. Works Match day Rota with TiL Contractual Status:  Full Time Job Purpose: I.T. Engineer role is to provide support to the business over the phone or in person or via remote software, they are responsible for maintaining the stock management of PC’s, laptops, mobile handsets and work with the IT apprentice to manage the building of PC’s and Laptops to the requirements of the business needs. They will assist the business in the adoption of M365 services and ensure employees have the support they need to succeed within the M365 environment. They will learn and support the business needs in a wide...

Job Description Stockport county FC are seeking host families who can provide accommodation for Academy players aged 16-18 years. Our ideal host family provision will be able to offer young players a stable, safe and comfortable family environment. Young players like all young people require support to ensure good mental health and wellbeing, for elite youth footballers this is also imperative to their performance on the pitch. At Stockport County FC we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment for player growth and development. We want our players to fulfil their potential as people and players. Requirements: - You will be located within a 5-mile radius of our training facility (M31 1AE). - You should offer good quality accommodation, including a private bedroom for the player with the relevant amenities. - Other requirements are the provision of healthy nutritious meals, access to laundry, and wifi. - Full and part time accommodation will be required...