Vacancies

FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Fixed Term Contract Until August 2023

The Foundation is looking to recruit a Football Development Officer to manage the development, growth and reach of the Foundation’s Football Development programme. Creating opportunities for participants to take part in community based football sessions, become lifelong fans and reach their potential.

As part of the role, the candidate will be expected to increase the number of community based football sessions as well and continually driving standards and improving the quality of provision of existing and new football sessions, including Soccer Camps, Junior Kickers, Pay & Play, Active Tots, Back in the Game, Walking Football and Matchday Experiences.

The ability to develop internal and external relationships is vital in this role and as such, the candidate will have an approachable, friendly, trustworthy and professional manner, with the ability to engage with a variety of individuals from all backgrounds, understanding the needs of different groups to devise a sustainable football development programme.

Our football development offer is a core element of the Foundation’s strategy and as such this role will play a key part in the achievement of strategic objectives.

Closing Date – Wednesday 29th September 2021

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HEAD OF HEALTH & WELLBEING

12 Month Maternity Cover Until September 2022 

The Foundation is looking to appoint a passionate, enthusiastic and committed individual to lead the Heath & Wellbeing arm of Stevenage FC Foundation to develop an accessible health and wellbeing opportunities, in a variety of settings for all, to live more active, healthy, positive lives.

The role forms part of the Foundation’s senior leadership team, with the expectation to support the Chief Executive with the strategic direction of the charity.

A suitable candidate would have experience of managing and developing health related programmes, including a proven track record of delivery that demonstrates changes in behaviour, managing and working with budgets and be able to demonstrate partnership working from previous roles.

The successful candidate will play a powerful and influential role in many peoples’ lives, by promoting the Foundation and its values and promoting the benefits of health and wellbeing within the community.

Closing Date – Monday 4th October 2021

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SESSIONAL COACHES

Hourly Rate Dependant On Qualifications / Weekly Hours Are Variable

Stevenage FC Foundation is seeking enthusiastic coaches to deliver a number of projects in Stevenage and surrounding towns and villages. Applicants will have a flexible approach to work, with a particular focus on evening, weekend and school holiday sessions. Delivery will include supporting sessions such as Soccer Camps, Premier League Kicks, Pay & Play, Matchday Experiences and more.

All coaches are expected to have:

– A minimum FA Level 1 certificate / FA Level 2 certificate (desirable)

– Up to date emergency aid and child protection certificates

– Be willing to complete a full FA DBS check

– Driving License and access to vehicle is desirable

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Stevenage FC Foundation are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The necessary Disclosure and Barring Service check will apply to these posts.

Information from this application may be processed for purposes permitted under the General Data Protection Regulation. Individuals have, on written request, the right of access to personal data held about them.

The Foundation treats personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with its Data Protection Policy.  Information about how your data is used and the basis for processing your data is provided in the Foundation’s Job Application Privacy Notice – click here.

Stevenage FC Foundation is always looking for volunteers to help with the running of the Foundation. If you think you have a skill set which you think may be of value to us and our local community then please email community@stevenagefc.com 

Apprenticeships with Stevenage FC Foundation are delivered in partnership with Sporting Futures Training and Hart Learning & Development to offer both coaching and business apprenticeships with the Foundation.

Following that, there are further education opportunities as part of our Foundation Degree programme – click here for more

For more information about our apprenticeships please click here

The Foundation receives a substantial amount of requests for work experience placements throughout the year. Unfortunately we are unable to meet the demand and ask that requests are made through schools. Preference will be given to partner schools, where possible.