PREMIER LEAGUE KICKS OFFICER (Fixed term until July 2026)
Birmingham City Football Club Foundation - Transforming the city through the power of football
Join us at an exciting time of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to make waves on the world stage. The Foundation harnesses the power of football and sport to improve the lives of tens of thousands of people in Birmingham, helping our community grow alongside the football club. We are proud to be “more than football.”
Are you passionate about inspiring children aged 8-18 to get involved in positive activities including football sessions, workshops and mentoring projects across the city? We are seeking experienced and creative individuals, who have a genuine passion to assist young people to achieve their potential and improve their wellbeing, and in doing so, working collectively to build a stronger, safer and more inclusive City of Birmingham.
The ideal candidates will be UEFA C qualified and have a demonstrable ability to engage with participants from a range of diverse backgrounds, providing a positive, inspiring and safe environment. Furthermore, you will keep up to date with the current trends and challenges that young people in Birmingham face.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver sessions, events and activities which are within budget and have high impact.
* Providing a safe and fun environment for young people to meet new friends, develop skills, improve their mental and physical wellbeing and promote personal development.
* Ensure that safeguarding is at the heart of all work, applying best practices and policies in all aspects of student support and sessions including registers, medical needs and additional support is reviewed prior to each session and adaptations made where required.
* Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with young people, engaging them in activities that promote personal and social development.
* Work alongside the project coordinator at all sessions and events in relation to the programme.
* Support with the facilitation of consultation to gather information about local needs and inform project planning and design and support with establishing a project steering group.
* Support with planning and delivering inspiring, interactive and engaging sessions for young people from 8-18 years old. (up to 25 for volunteers)
* Liaise with funding provider (PLCF) on a regular basis in conjunction with the Project Coordinator.
* Coordinate and deliver the Foundations Strike a Change mentoring programme – September 2025 to July 2026.
And much more
What we are looking for in you:
* Experience of creating and delivering activities to building strong rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds in inner city community settings.
* An understanding of how to use the power of football to engage, enthuse and provide opportunities to young people.
* Knowledge around high quality coaching and how to deliver outstanding community football/sports sessions.
* An in-depth knowledge of sport/youth work including innovative ways of engaging children and young people and an understanding of the challenges they face.
* Excellent communication and organisation skills.
* Able to work late afternoons and early evenings and be able to travel around Birmingham.
* Hold a minimum of: UEFA C Licence, FAIntroduction to First Aid in Football Award, FA Safeguarding Children Award.
* Coaching qualifications in other sports or Youth Work qualifications would also be advantageous.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Ability to work flexibly
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Death in Service benefit (after 12 months of service)
* Matchday tickets
* Staff uniform
The interview process will involve a competency based interview with a panel and a practical assessment. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
Safeguarding
We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance.
St. Andrew's Stadium, Cattell Road, Birmingham, B9 4RL
Department
Community Projects
Job Title
Premier League Kicks Officer (Fixed Term June 2026)
Dependent on Qualification and Programme
Experience
UEFA C Coaching, FA Safeguarding, FA First Aid, Experience of working with young people in a football and community environment
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