A BIT ABOUT THE ROLE
Cheshire FA are looking to recruit for a Facility & Investment Support Officer to support our current team to deliver investment in grassroots football facilities and lead on grass pitch improvement in the county.
The successful candidate will be a pro-active, dynamic and agile individual who is able to multi-task with a ‘can do’ attitude and supportive approach. We are looking for someone who is passionate about grassroots football facilities and can help club volunteers to shape their ideas.
RECRUITMENT PACK
Check out the full details about the role here: CLICK HERE
ROLE PROFILE
PURPOSE
* Support delivery of all activities that ensure every affiliated football fixture is played on a ‘good’ quality pitch including the use of PitchPower and the Groundskeepers Community.
* Track the quantity and quality of football pitches and ground locations for affiliated fixtures.
* Support applicants to develop their football development plans to enable them to apply successfully for funding.
* Oversee a database of local funding sources that clubs and leagues can apply for funding from.
* Maintain 3G register.
* Develop CPD and training offer for local clubs’ groundkeepers.
* Develop collaborative working partnerships with clubs, leagues, schools and other facility providers.
* Attend the local 3G pitch steering groups in Cheshire, ensuring development plans are active and up to date.
* Provide the highest level of customer excellence to support volunteers across all FA Technology systems (Club Portal, Competition Portal, Matchday app and Full-Time).
* Promote The FA technical guidance documents to local authorities, clubs, leagues, schools and other facility providers.
* To support the wider staff team with any other projects / events as required.
SAFEGUARDING
As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, the successful candidate will be required to complete an FA Enhanced DBS check which will need to be Accepted.
The successful candidate will also need to complete the following Safeguarding courses via the England Football Learning platform:
Please submit your CV via our Application Form – CLICK HERE
If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal discussion, please contact Head of Facilities & Football Development, Vesta Pear via Vesta.Pear@CheshireFA.com
CLOSING DATE
The closing date for applications is: Monday 29th September 2025
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