Careers

Location: Elland Road, Leeds

Application Deadline: 17th December 2025

Apply here: IT Engineering Team Lead – Fill out form

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Join the Team Behind the Team

At Leeds United, we know that success on the pitch starts with strength behind the scenes. This role will lead our IT Engineering team, driving robust, secure, and scalable systems that power both our day-to-day operations and our cutting-edge football performance technology. If you’re ready to shape the technical backbone of a Premier League club with huge ambition, at a pivotal point of growth, we’d love to hear from you.

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What You’ll Be Doing

This role will drive innovation, oversee technical delivery, and lead/ mentor a team of engineers in alignment with the club’s strategic IT and data vision.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

Lead and manage a team of IT engineers across infrastructure, systems, and cloud platforms.

Translate the club’s IT and Data Strategy into actionable engineering roadmaps.

Collaborate with various departments including the football performance, analytics, and operations teams to deliver technology solutions that enhance competitive advantage.

Ensure robust reporting to the IT Manager to influence and impact strategy • Provide robust metrics to the IT Manager to present key performance milestones and workflow progress

Team management and development

Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

Conduct regular performance reviews and support career progression.

Promote cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing

Provide regular feedback to support the development of the engineering team

Security & Compliance

Implement and maintain cybersecurity best practices across all systems.

Ensure compliance with GDPR, Premier League regulations, and internal governance policies.

Conduct regular audits and risk assessments

Technical Delivery

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of core IT systems including networking, servers, cloud services, and endpoint management.

Ensure high availability and performance of mission-critical systems including matchday operations, training ground infrastructure, and scouting platforms.

Drive automation, DevOps practices, and continuous integration/deployment pipelines.

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What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone proactive, personable, and who thrives in a busy environment.

You’ll have:

Proven experience in leading IT engineering teams within sports, entertainment, or high-performance environments.

Strong technical background in infrastructure (on-prem/cloud), networking, and systems administration.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware, and modern endpoint management tools.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, Azure Solutions Architect, or similar.

Experience with data integration and APIs for sports analytics platforms

Familiarity with football technology platforms (e.g., Skidata, Seatgeek, Catapult etc)

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Why Should You Join Leeds United?

Whether you are on the pitch or behind the scenes here, we’re united by passion, pride, and a drive to always improve. You’ll be joining a supportive people team where your voice is valued and your development matters.

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a highly competitive salary package and pension scheme, along with a wide range of exciting perks and benefits.

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If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a club that’s as committed to its people as it is to performance, we would love to see your application.

📅 Deadline: 17th December 2025

📍 Apply here: IT Engineering Team Lead – Fill out form

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Job Title: Participation Co-ordinator

Salary: Based on skills and experience

Hours/Days: Fixed Term – Maternity Cover from January 2026 – December 2026

Location: Elland Road (Community Areas when needed)

Responsible to: Sports Participation Head of Department

Start date: 5th January 2025

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/aNk05PyC7Q

Leeds United Foundation supported over 70000 beneficiaries last season through our twenty-five programmes embracing health and wellbeing, sports participation, and education.

Purpose of the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sports Co-ordinator to lead a on our Sports Participation Programmes at the Leeds United Foundation. The Leeds United Foundation is seeking to appoint a passionate, self-motivated and fun individual to support the participation programmes across Yorkshire and help to provide children with opportunities to take part in football and a variety of other activities. The suitable candidate will be organised and have great communication skills. The suitable candidate will be a key networker with good knowledge of the local communities and local grassroots clubs/leagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitating project-related communication among all stakeholders

• Creating and managing project schedules, timelines, and budgets

• Maintaining project documentation, reports, and records

• Coordinating and allocating project resources, including personnel, materials, and equipment

• Evaluating and finding solutions to potential problems during project implementation

• Planning and managing team goals, project schedules, and new information

• Participating in project design meetings and proposing improvements

• Ensure health and Safety guidance is adhered to

• To ensure all policies and procedures, in particular Safeguarding and Equality Diversity & Inclusion are implemented.

• The Leeds United Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and it is expected that all applicants will share this commitment

• To support the delivery of the programme’s key performance indicators (KPIs)

• To communicate and liaise with other internal departments and external partners

• Manage and develop a team of coaching staff

• Networking and communicating with key contacts and partners.

• To be willing to undertake further training, education and continued professional development

• To always represent The Leeds United Foundation, in a professional manner regarding to dress, presentation, personal hygiene, attitude, conduct and professionalism.

The suitable candidate will be someone with:

• Experience project co-ordinating

• Knowledge of safeguarding in football

• Knowledge of Risk Assessments

• Knowledge of basic first aid in football

• Updated FA workshops

• 5 x GCSEs including Maths, English

• Relevant Degree

• Excellent communication skills

• Can demonstrate the ability to work well in a team and individually

• Can demonstrate working with professionalism

• Dedicated, reliable and willing to go the ‘extra mile’ to see the job through. Hardworking, committed, personable, cheerful, discreet and confident

About the Organisation:

The Leeds United Foundation is a Community Charity, we march together to support health, wellbeing, education, and sports participation for all.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary

• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Pensions contribution

• Personal growth and development

• Staff training

• The opportunity to work with young people and change lives and inspire the young people in the local area.

• Access to discounted offers

• Access to internal events

• Access to external events

Person Specification

• Experience project co-ordinating

• Knowledge of safeguarding in football

• Knowledge of Risk Assessments

• Knowledge of basic first aid in football

• Updated FA workshops

• 5 x GCSEs including Maths, English

• Relevant Degree

• Excellent communication skills

• Can demonstrate the ability to work well in a team and individually

• Can demonstrate working with professionalism

• Dedicated, reliable and willing to go the ‘extra mile’ to see the job through. Hardworking, committed, personable, cheerful, discreet and confident

Applying for the position: To apply for this role please complete the online form by clicking on this link:

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/aNk05PyC7Q

Closing Date: 28th November 2025

Interview Date: Shortlisting and Interviews will take place whilst the job is being advertised.

Role Title: Inclusion Officer

Salary: £27,500

Contract Type: Term time + 40 days (37.5hrs per week) Fixed term, opportunity to extend depending on funding.

Location: Leeds East Academy & Elland Road

Responsible to: School Partnerships and Education Manager

Start date: 5th January 2026

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/w8jRiMDLNt

Leeds United Foundation supported over 70,000 beneficiaries last season through our twenty-five programmes embracing health and wellbeing, sports participation, and education.

We are seeking an experienced Inclusion Officer to support a new partnership between Leeds East Academy and The Leeds United Foundation, we are seeking to appoint an Inclusion Officer, who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and dedicated individual who would like the opportunity to make a real difference to children’s lives. Are you ambitious and motivated? Do you have the drive, ideas, and high expectations to help create a truly transformational school? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, research driven, and teaching focused environment?

Through a collaborative and coordinated approach, the successful candidate will produce and deliver a Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance Programme that will:

Key Purpose: The suitable candidate will be someone with:

• A successful track record of working with learners and parents/carers to improve outcomes for attendance, behaviour and attitudes for learning and progress/attainment. Creating opportunities and rewards for young people to work towards.

• Experience of analysing and using data about learner outcomes for attendance and behaviour to identify, implement and monitor the impact of appropriate actions and interventions

• Experience of working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals (e.g. health, social care) to improve outcomes for children

• Highly developed influencing skills to persuade learners, parents, colleagues, and external agencies to adopt particular courses of action. Work with internal and external partners to inspire young people.• Commitment to work in partnership with parents and the community

Main areas of responsibility: Essential Criteria

You will work across all pastoral teams to undertake the responsibilities of managing the learning, progress and attainment of students requiring significant intervention, at risk of exclusion or as part of internal exclusion, alongside managing attendance at whole school level, these aspects will work in conjunction with the pastoral responsibilities of support, care, and guidance. Part of the role would also involve working to develop whole school initiatives that maintain and boost student achievement and attendance. You will be tasked with investigating cases of prolonged student absences and develop and implement intervention strategies to support identified individuals to progress back into education with the aim to improve attendance and behaviour.

Additionally, you will contribute to all aspects of students’ wellbeing and achievement, using the key outcomes of the “Every Child Matters” agenda as a basis for their work

• Be Healthy

• Be Safe

• Enjoy and Achieve

• Make a Positive Contribution • Achieve Economic Wellbeing

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Learning Support

• Professional training in Behaviour Management and working within a school environment.

• Hold current Enhanced DBS Certificate.

• Has had outstanding attendance over the last two years whilst in the workplace.

Knowledge of relevant policies & procedures

• Being aware of and working with the school policies in relation to Inclusion, Child Protection andphysical contact with pupils, relevant regulations and guidance.

Literacy/Numeracy/Technology

• NVQ level 3 in English or equivalent

• NVQ level 3 in Maths or equivalent.

• Good working knowledge of ICT to support learning and performance of own role.

Communication – written/verbal

• Ability to write reports, letters, etc.

• Ability to use clear language to communicate information unambiguously

• Ability to listen effectively

• Ability to negotiate effectively with adults and children.

Working with Children – Behaviour management, SEN, Curriculum, Child Development, Health & Wellbeing

• Ability to demonstrate effective implementation of the school’s behaviour management policy.

• Ability to demonstrate that you encourage the inclusion of pupils with emotional and/or behavioural

  difficulties in a mainstream setting.

• Good understanding of the school curriculum.

• Good understanding of child development

• Ability to assess progress and performance and recommend appropriate strategies to support

  development.

• Understand and support the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing.

Working with others – Partners, Relationships, Teamwork, Information

• Ability to make a proactive contribution to the work of the team supporting children, their families, and

  carers.

• Ability to work with parents and carers to improve support for children.

• Ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and

  carers and other adults.

• Ability to work effectively with a range of adults.

• Influences the attitudes and opinions of others, as required, gaining their agreement through persuasion

  to ideas, proposals, and courses of action.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective systems to share information.

Responsibilities – Organisation,, Time Management, Creativity

• Good organisational skills.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Ability to manage and support the work of others, as required and appropriate.

• Ability to manage own time effectively.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Demonstrate creativity and an ability to resolve problems independently.

General – Equalities, Health & Safety, Child Protection, Confidentiality/Data Protection, CPD, Safeguarding Qualification, First Aid

• Awareness of and promotion of equality.

• Good understanding of Health & Safety.

• Good understanding and effective implementation of child protection procedures

• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

• Demonstrate a clear commitment to develop and learn in the role.

• Ability to effectively evaluate own performance.

• Own car with clean driving licence

Desirable

• L4 or working towards degree level.

• Completion of an induction programme

• Specialist language/communication skills, if appropriate.

• Good working knowledge of specialist curriculum area(s) if

  appropriate.

Applying for the position: If you are interested and can demonstrate you have the necessary skills and experience outlined above, please follow this link to complete the online application form:

https://forms.office.com/e/w8jRiMDLNt

Closing Date: 21st November 2025

Careers Advisor – Level 4 (with development support up to a level 6 Careers Advisor level – fully funded) Location: Garforth Academy (LS25 1LJ)/The Leeds United Foundation (LS11 0ES)

Contract Type: Term Time (39 Weeks) Plus 10 days Full Time - (37.5 hours), with some hours allocated to level 6 training within the 37.5 hours per week

Reports to: Primary: The Leeds United Foundation & Education Manager

Application Deadline: Friday 2nd January

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/9LHn82CVmG

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About Us

Leeds United Foundation supported over 70000 beneficiaries last season through our twenty-five programmes embracing health and wellbeing, sports participation, and education

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What You’ll Be Doing

An exciting partnership between The Leeds United Foundation and Garforth Academy sees an opportunity to invest in Careers Information Advice and Guidance for Young People in a full-time role. The partnership seeks to appoint a Careers Advisor to inspire young people to learn, be active and develop important life skills, knowledge, understanding, confidence, and skills that they need to make informed choices and plans for their future learning and career.

Key Responsibilities:

Build young people’s interest in learning and education through creativity and innovation

Bridge young people’s ability to connect with the professional working world

Provide young people with the knowledge, understanding, confidence and skills that they need to make informed choices and plans for their future learning and career

Create opportunities for enterprise, employability & personal development

Support young people to make the right choices and progress into positive pathways.

Ensure all activity meets safeguarding, inclusion, and quality standards.

Complete Mid-term and End of Year Reports to the Premier League and Professional Footballers Association.

To monitor and evaluate the success of project, gather key information and progress date in line with the Foundation’s impact reporting framework and the requirements of funders.

To celebrate success and showcase the impact of our work and achievements of our beneficiaries.

To interview identified students in Key Stage 3, and 4 on a one-to-one and / or small groups.

Providing additional support to students identified as at risk of becoming NEET by the School.

Supporting students in gaining the skills required to increase their chances of a successful transition from secondary education to further education, training providers and employment, e.g. how to write a C.V, how to complete an application form/personal statement and preparing for interviews.

To deliver apprenticeship workshops with pupils to show them how to search and apply for vacancies on the National Apprenticeship Website.

Support the schools Careers Lead in organising other careers events including the school careers evening, options & HE days/evenings, employer insight days, HE fairs etc.

Support the Head of PSHE regarding the delivery of a planned program of lessons and activities for careers education as appropriate, including developing employability skills.

Presenting information at open evenings, parent’s evenings and other careers related events.

Support the development of effective and continually improving careers education, careers information and careers guidance for the students at KS3 and KS4.

Liaising with Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) in supporting the transition of vulnerable students and those with learning difficulties.

To liaise and negotiate with external organisations (around employment, Further Education) with and, on behalf of young people.

Researching careers, options and support organisations to meet students’ needs.

Running small group/drop-in sessions or larger presentations on all aspects of careers work.

Using computer-aided guidance packages, skills assessment tools, psychometric tests and personal inventories.

To use, and where appropriate, establish IT systems for administrative tasks, such as recording interactions with and tracking students.

Ensure the programme meets the requirements of the participants and as set out by the key stakeholders (The Leeds United Foundation and Garforth Academy)

Attend meetings with the Key Stakeholders to present developments and progress towards Key Performance Indicators.

Project Monitoring - Complete all Monitoring and Evaluation requirements as set by the Key Stakeholders.

Ensure the programme meets the Minimum Operating Standards as directed by the Key Stakeholders. From time to time and where deemed appropriate, the Key Stakeholders may make changes to the structure of KPIs or minimum operating standards during and after the first year of delivery. Any such changes will be formally communicated in writing by the Key Stakeholders

Attend meetings, events, and/ or mandatory training (for the duration of the times specified) as required by the Key Stakeholders.

Develop working relationships with employers, colleges, universities and training providers.

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What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone proactive, personable, and who thrives in a busy environment.

You’ll ideally have:

Level 4 qualification in Careers Guidance & Development, e.g.NVQ level 4/Level 4 Diploma in QCG or equivalent

CDI accredited.

High standard of literacy and numeracy

Relevant NSPCC Safeguarding or equivalent.

DBS Checked

Minimum 5 GCSE passes grade A-C (or equivalent) including English and Maths

In Careers Education, Information & Guidance

In managing one’s own time in a work placement

Experience of working with young people at KS 3 & 4

Experience of working with a management information system

A passion for maximizing the career opportunities for every individual pupil.

Understand the role of a School Careers Advisor

Be an effective and confident communicator, having a good command of English, both spoken and written, appropriate to a variety of audiences.

Ability to work as a team and on one’s own.

Ability to communicate the school’s values and a desire to promote the image of The Leeds United Foundation/The Premier League and the School

Ability to work in new and challenging situations.

Ability to use current Windows based packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, software relevant to Careers.

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Why Should You Join Leeds United?

The Leeds United Foundation is a Community Charity, we march together to support health, wellbeing, education, and sports participation for all and make a real difference to the communities around us.

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive salary package and pension scheme, along with a range of exciting perks, including but not limited to:

Competitive salary

34 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pensions contribution

Personal growth and development

Staff training

The opportunity to work with young people and change lives and inspire the young people in the local area.

Access to discounted offers

Access to internal events

Access to external events

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If you’re looking to take the next step in your career journey and want to be part of a club that’s as committed to its people as it is to performance, we would love to see your application.

📅 Deadline: 10th December 2025

📍 Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/9LHn82CVmG

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Job Title: Healthy Families Coach

Salary: £15 per hour

Hours: Casual (Monday – Friday, between hours of 8:30pm-3:30pm) Casual School Holidays 8:30am-3pm

Location: Onsite - Leeds United, Elland Road, Leeds Offsite – In the community of Leeds & Yorkshire

Reports to: Healthy Families Lead

Purpose: We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced coach to delivery on foundation programmes.Job Description:

• We are looking for a passionate, fun Sports & Football Coaches to support our programmes

  across Yorkshire.

• As one of our Coaches you will be helping to provide children with opportunities to take part in

  physical activities and a variety of other health related workshops.

• You will need to be organised, have great communication skills, and make sure health and

  safety guidance is adhered to.

• Session planning relating to healthy schools booklets

• Completing Risk Assessments, Safeguarding procedures and registers.

• We are looking to recruit causal coaches for holiday courses, schools sessions, and health

  wellbeing days at the Elland Road.

• To support the delivery KPI’s of program needs.

• To be aware of and abide by all the Schools / Leeds United Foundation policies and procedures,

  in particular Safeguarding and Equality Diversity & Inclusion.

• To attend staff CPD sessions and key staff meetings.

• Ongoing training and development will be provided. The Leeds United Foundation is committed

  to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and

  it is expected that all applicants will share this commitment.

• DBS checks will be carried out on successful candidates subject to post requirement.

Person Specification

Essential:

• A recognised FA First Aid Qualification

• Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues including holding a current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate

• An accepted FA Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure (previously known as an FA CRB Disclosure)

• Experience in Coaching

• Have knowledge and understanding of child development and be sensitive to children’s needs

• Own transport essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently, using your

  own initiative, and as part of a team.

• Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues including holding a current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate

• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and safeguarding practices.

• To have a willingness to use online technologies to support the sharing of advice and guidance online to players. To include: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, excel.

Desirable:

• Health and Wellbeing qualification

• Knowledge and understanding of working

  with young people

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Football coaching or coaching qualification

Applying for the position:

If you are interested and can demonstrate you have the necessary skills and experience outlined above, please follow this link https://forms.office.com/e/NYGSr9Jqs4 to complete the attached application form and send along with a brief CV to and covering letter to [email protected]

Please provide two names and contacts for references.

Closing Date: Friday 12th December 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 15th December 2025

Steward

Job Title: Steward

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Supervisor

DBS: Yes

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/QauqpgUDFn

Role Summary

Stewards are deployed to assist in maintaining a safe environment for all, before, during, and after the event taking place.

Role Responsibilities

• Comply with the Event plans, policies and procedures.

• Attend the Event/Venue at given dates and times as dictated by Event Manager/ Safety Officer.

• Attend pre-event briefing, and ensure all information is understood. Do not leave the event/venue after signing in until the end of your duties.

• Attend the designated job role at the given time.

• Welcome people into the event / venue, quickly and professionally.

• Attend all training sessions required of you.

• Ensure that you check all tickets and only give entrance to people with the correct tickets for your turnstile/ entry point.

• Know the location of and be able to operate effectively the fire-fighting equipment at the ground.

• Know the location of the first aid room and any first aid equipment kept elsewhere.

• Be fully conversant with any methods or signals used to alert staff that an emergency has arisen.

• Be capable of recognising potential fire hazards and suspect packages, reporting such findings immediately to the chief steward or the safety officer.

• Dealing with any queries and offering additional information regarding the event.

• Helping to direct foot traffic and manage crowd flow.

• Good stadium knowledge, know your nearest exits and alternative escape routes, to aid spectators during and invacuation/evacuations.

• Being the eyes and ears of the event and ensuring the safety team have the information they require.

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NVQ 2 or working towards

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Must be trained or receiving training to the required level (NVQ2)

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous experience desirable

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

Desirable

• Previous experience in busy sports ground

Car Park Steward

Job Title: Car Park Steward

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Supervisor

DBS: Yes

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/QauqpgUDFn

Role Summary

Stewards are deployed to assist in maintaining a safe environment for all, before, during, and after the event taking place.

Role Responsibilities

• Comply with the Event plans, policies and procedures.

• Attend the Event/Venue at given dates and times as dictated by Event Manager/ Safety Officer.

• Attend pre-event briefing, and ensure all information is understood. Do not leave the event/venue after signing in until the end of your duties.

• Attend the designated job role at the given time.

• Welcome people into the event / venue, quickly and professionally.

• Attend all training sessions required of you.

• Ensure that you check all tickets and only give entrance to people with the correct tickets for your car park /entry point.

• Ensure that all vehicles are properly parked in designated bays in the car parks

• Ensure that the car park gates are staffed during the event, to ensure access for emergency vehicles.

• Ensure that vehicular movement before, during and after the event is only allowed in line with local policy

• Know the location of the first aid room and any first aid equipment kept elsewhere.

• Be fully conversant with any methods or signals used to alert staff that an emergency has arisen.

• Be capable of recognising potential fire hazards and suspect packages, reporting such findings immediately to the chief steward or the safety officer.

• Dealing with any queries and offering additional information regarding the event.

• Helping to direct foot traffic and manage crowd flow.

• Good stadium knowledge, know your nearest exits and alternative escape routes, to aid spectators during and invacuation/evacuations.

• Being the eyes and ears of the event and ensuring the safety team have the information they require.

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NVQ 2 or working towards

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Must be trained or receiving training to the required level (NVQ2)

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous experience desirable

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

Desirable

• Previous experience in busy sports ground

Stand Manager

Assistant Stand Manager

Response TL

Supervisor

Stand Manager/Assistant Stand Manager

Job Title: Stand Manager/Assistant Stand Manager

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Safety Officer

DBS: Yes

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/D8RgS6hXx6

Role Summary

To be collectively responsible for the safe execution of the LUFC operation in the allocated sector of the stadium as directed by the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

Role Responsibilities

• To attend pre event planning and briefing sessions as required

• To control and co-ordinate event staff and safety in specific areas of the event/venue

• To ensure that the requirements of the Safety Certificate and Ground Regulations are met at all times

• To brief and instruct teams under their direction and debriefs

• To be responsible for the safety and comfort of spectators within a designated area at all times

• To be responsible for the removal of disruptive customers who contravene Ground Regulations

• To ensure all safety checks are carried out, and report back to the Event Control

• To monitor all staff in designated area before, during and after the event.

• To attend pre and post event briefings and compile a concise report for Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To carry out all instructions given by Safety Officer/ Event Manager, through the management structure

• Liaise with other Supervisors before, during, and after each event.

• Allocate Security for specified roles and responsibilities

• To be responsible for ensuring Security disciplines and standards are set and maintained to the satisfaction of the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To deal as appropriate with disciplinary and grievance issues.

• To collect and report any information from the event back to the Safety Officer

• Taking ownership whilst dealing with high pressure situations

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

Must be trained or undergoing training to the required level. (NVQ 3, 4 or equivalent)

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training/SCAN

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous Supervisory experience at large scale event

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

• Dealing with any queries and offering additional information regarding the event.

• Assess and manage crowd flow.

• Manage crowds and address issues that may arise.

• Good stadium knowledge, know your nearest exits and alternative escape routes, to aid spectators during and invacuation/evacuation.

• Being the eyes and ears of the event and ensuring the safety team have the information they require.

Response Team Leader

Job Title: Stand Manager/Assistant Stand Manager

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Safety Officer

Responsible for: Response Team Members

DBS: Required

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/D8RgS6hXx6

Role Summary

To be collectively responsible for the safe execution of the LUFC operation in the allocated sector of the stadium as directed by the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

Manage team of response to deal with conflict, disorder and breaches of the ground regulations including searching and ejecting spectators, and will have had additional training in conflict management over and above that given to other stewards

Role Responsibilities

• To attend pre event planning and briefing sessions as required

• To control and co-ordinate event staff and safety in specific areas of the event/venue

• To ensure that the requirements of the Safety Certificate and Ground Regulations are met at all times

• To brief and instruct teams under their direction and debriefs

• To be responsible for the safety and comfort of spectators within a designated area at all times

• To be responsible for the removal of disruptive customers who contravene Ground Regulations

• To ensure all safety checks are carried out, and report back to the Event Control

• To monitor all staff in designated area before, during and after the event.

• To attend pre and post event briefings and compile a concise report for Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To carry out all instructions given by Safety Officer/ Event Manager, through the management structure

• Liaise with other Supervisors before, during, and after each event.

• Allocate Security for specified roles and responsibilities

• To be responsible for ensuring Security disciplines and standards are set and maintained to the satisfaction of the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To deal as appropriate with disciplinary and grievance issues.

• To collect and report any information from the event back to the Safety Officer

• Taking ownership whilst dealing with high pressure situations

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

• Dealing with any queries and offering additional information regarding the event.

• Assess and manage crowd flow.

• Manage crowds and address issues that may arise.

• Good stadium knowledge, know your nearest exits and alternative escape routes, to aid spectators during and invacuation/evacuation.

• Being the eyes and ears of the event and ensuring the safety team have the information they require.

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

Must be trained or undergoing training to the required level. (NVQ 3 or equivalent)

Desirable

SIA Door Supervisors License

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous Supervisory experience at large scale event

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

Supervisor

Job Title: Supervisor

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Safety Officer

Responsible for: Stewards

DBS: Required

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/D8RgS6hXx6

Role Summary

To be collectively responsible for the safe execution of the LUFC operation in the allocated sector of the stadium as directed by the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

Role Responsibilities

• To attend pre event planning and briefing sessions as required

• To control and co-ordinate event staff and safety in specific areas of the event/venue

• To ensure that the requirements of the Safety Certificate and Ground Regulations are met at all times

• To brief and instruct teams under their direction and debriefs

• To be responsible for the safety and comfort of spectators within a designated area at all times

• To be responsible for the removal of disruptive customers who contravene Ground Regulations

• To ensure all safety checks are carried out, and report back to the Event Control

• To monitor all staff in designated area before, during and after the event.

• To attend pre and post event briefings and compile a concise report for Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To carry out all instructions given by Safety Officer/ Event Manager, through the management structure

• Liaise with other Supervisors before, during, and after each event.

• Allocate Security for specified roles and responsibilities

• To be responsible for ensuring Security disciplines and standards are set and maintained to the satisfaction of the Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To deal as appropriate with disciplinary and grievance issues.

• To collect and report any information from the event back to the Safety Officer

• Taking ownership whilst dealing with high pressure situations

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

• Dealing with any queries and offering additional information regarding the event.

• Assess and manage crowd flow.

• Manage crowds and address issues that may arise.

• Good stadium knowledge, know your nearest exits and alternative escape routes, to aid spectators during and invacuation/evacuation.

• Being the eyes and ears of the event and ensuring the safety team have the information they require.

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

Must be trained or undergoing training to the required level. (NVQ 4 or equivalent)

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous Supervisory experience at large scale event

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

Control Room Log Administrator

Radio Operator

CCTV Operator

Fire Officer

Assessor

First Aid Steward

Control Room Log Administrator

Job Title: Control Room Log Administrator

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Head of Safety & Security

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/SgJfU5zvBP

Role Summary

To record accurately the communications within the control room via Safety Management, 2 way radios, emergency telephones and telephone lines.

Role Responsibilities

• Record accurately information within the control room log

• Maintain the integrity of the log

• Operating the relevant radio equipment

• Liaising with other Control Room representatives including Police, First Aid and Event Management

• If required cascading information to frontline staff via radio and responding to staff and management frontline queries via radio in a timely manner

• Completing appropriate paperwork whilst escalating issues where appropriate

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Excellent verbal communications skills

• Able to speak clearly on the radio

• Able to work accurately in a high-pressure environment

• Excellent customer service skills

• IT Literate

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

• Good stadium knowledge to log incidents accurately.

Radio Operator

Job Title: Control Room Radio Operator

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Head of Safety & Security

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/SgJfU5zvBP

Role Summary

To operate the communications in the control room including 2 way radios, emergency telephones and telephone lines.

Role Responsibilities

• Operating the relevant radio equipment

• Liaising with other Control Room representatives including Police, First Aid and Event Management

• Cascading information to frontline staff via radio

• Responding to staff and management frontline queries via radio in a timely manner

• Completing appropriate paperwork whilst escalating issues where appropriate

• Taking ownership whilst dealing with high pressure situations, occasionally requiring communication with the emergency services

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Excellent verbal communications skills

• Able to speak clearly on the radio

• Able to work accurately in a high-pressure environment

• Excellent customer service skills

• IT Literate

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

• Good stadium knowledge able to direct staff members via the radio.

Desirable

• Previous experience in busy sports control rooms

Control Room CCTV Operator

Job Title: Control Room Radio Operator

Hours of Work: As required by Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Head of Safety & Security

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/rW4Q4D708N

Role Summary

To operate the CCTV in the control room including using 2 way radios, emergency telephones and telephone lines. Responsible for protecting our property and our people against any risks, you’ll manage all types of scenarios, events, investigating incidents by maintaining surveillance across all areas of the complex.

Role Responsibilities

• Operating the relevant CCTV equipment

• Good stadium knowledge able to track staff/spectators on CCTV.

• Monitor the stadium regularly on CCTV ensuring the safety team have decision making information

• Liaising with other Control Room representatives including Police, First Aid and Event Management

• Responding to staff and management requests in a timely manner

• Completing appropriate paperwork whilst escalating issues where appropriate

• Taking ownership whilst dealing with high pressure situations

• Possessing a good knowledge of each event’s policies, procedures and job descriptions

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Desirable

• SIA CCTV License

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Microsoft Office experience

• Previous CCTV monitoring experience

• A working knowledge of the Data Protection code of practice for surveillance cameras and personal information

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• IT Literate

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

Desirable

• Previous experience in busy sports control rooms

Assessor

Job Title: Assessor

Hours of Work: As required by the Safety Officer

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: Safety Officer

DBS: Yes

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/FY65v8MeKY

Role Summary

Assessors have a specific training role as part of the Stadium management team and are not expected to be involved in dealing with spectators. Their role is to assess and record the performance of stewards.

Role Responsibilities

• To attend pre event planning and briefing sessions as required

• To control and co-ordinate event staff and safety in specific areas of the

• To ensure that the requirements of the Safety Certificate and Ground Regulations are met at all times

• To brief and instruct teams under their direction and debriefs

• To attend pre and post event briefings and compile a concise report for Safety Officer/ Event Manager

• To carry out all instructions given by Safety Officer/ Event Manager, through the management structure

• Attend all training sessions required

• Agree and review a plan for assessing performance

• Collect and judge performance evidence against agreed criteria

• Collect and judge knowledge evidence

• Make an assessment decision and provide feedback

• Make assessment decisions using differing sources of evidence and provide feedback

• Be aware of appeals procedure

• Be aware of registration procedure

• To be able to induct new candidates to the National Vocational Qualification

• To be aware and adhere to approved centre policies

• Generate and co-ordinate all documentation for candidate through approved centre

• Completion of required documentation for candidate and approved centre

• To provide support / mentoring for candidate throughout assessment

• Devise and implement questions to test candidate knowledge and understanding

• Devise and co-ordinate scenarios and simulations

• To be professional and courteous, carry out fair and consistent assessments

• To maintain client confidentiality

• To attend assessments only with the prior approval of the Assessment centre

Other Responsibilities

To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Hold an Assessor Qualification

• Hold a Training Qualification

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Complete the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) training

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Previous Training/Assessing experience at large scale event

• Able to work accurately under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills

• Able to multi-task

• A strong team player with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

• Good knowledge of event security or willingness to learn

• To adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Leeds United Football Club and its operation

• To be presentable always when working and demonstrate that you can represent the face of the club in the manner expected

• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Vision and Values always

First Aid Steward

Job Title: First Aid Steward

Hours of Work: Casual

Department: Matchday Safety & Security

Location: Elland Road

Responsible to: First Aid Manager

DBS: Enhanced

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/LJx9snRL0D

Role Summary

As a First Aid Steward, your main role is to deliver prompt medical assistance to spectators, staff, and visitors during matchdays and events. You’ll be based at designated First Aid points or on mobile patrol, working closely with doctors, paramedics, and fellow stewards to help maintain a safe and supportive environment.

This position does not involve searching individuals, crowd control, or removals. However, you are expected to remain alert, act swiftly, and escalate any concerns to Supervisors or the Safety Team as required.

Role Responsibilities

• Report to the stadium at the allocated time in full uniform, attend all pre-event briefings, and remain on-site until officially signed off.

• Maintain a high-visibility presence through mobile patrols and at designated First Aid points, ready to respond to medical incidents, including those involving children and vulnerable individuals.

• Stay vigilant for signs of illness or distress, liaise with medical teams and emergency services as needed, and administer first aid strictly within training guidelines.

• Report any safety hazards, such as damaged seating or barriers.

• Be familiar with the location of all first aid equipment and emergency facilities, and remain alert to risks such as fire hazards or suspicious packages, reporting concerns immediately.

• Follow all instructions from the Safety Officer, Area Supervisors, or police, and remain at the assigned post unless otherwise directed.

• Assist with stadium evacuations and incident response as required.

Other Responsibilities

Take responsibility for personal performance and actively develop skills, knowledge, and competence necessary to fulfil the role effectively.

Carry out duties in line with Club policies, procedures, and all relevant legislative requirements.

Promote and adhere to the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare, and equality policies to help maintain a safe and inclusive working environment.

Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) and complete any additional training as required or identified.

Ensure all working practices comply with relevant legislation, including data protection and GDPR requirements.

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• First Aid at Work, Emergency First Aid at Work

Desirable

• Paediatric first aid

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Ability to stay calm and act quickly under pressure

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience working as part of a team in busy environments

• Awareness of safeguarding procedures, especially involving children and vulnerable adults

• Good observation and decision-making skills

Desirable

• Previous experience providing first aid at public events or in large venues

• Background in stewarding, safety, or customer service roles

• Familiarity with stadium layouts or event safety procedures

• Additional first aid or medical training (e.g. defibrillator use, paediatric first aid)

• Experience working alongside emergency services or medical professionals on-site

Job Title: Commercial Matchday Hosts

Responsible to: Head of Commercial

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/12c4GXBGmg

About The Role:

As a host at Elland Road, you will be the first point of contact for many of our VIP hospitality guests. In this role you would be required to act as the face of the Club within your allocated hospitality lounge, creating a seamless link between our hospitality department, our catering department and our VIP matchday guests. This will ensure that our guests receive the highest possible standard of service and have an exceptional hospitality experience.

Allocation Main Responsibilities

• Positions are offered for matchdays only, with a typical shift lasting approximately seven to eight hours.

• Attending pre-match hospitality host / hostess briefing prior to each shift;

• Familiarise yourself with your designated suite (which may change each shift), checking the suite and other guests facilities meet required standards and ensuring corporate lanyards and programmes are set out as per the guests chosen package;

• Welcoming all guests into your suite, building relationships by using eye contact and escorting guests to their assigned dining area / table;

• Build relationships with customers pre-match, at half time and full time.

• Continuously managing the flow of guests in to the suite ensuring all

  guests catering needs are being met and all guests are happy;

• Be particularly attentive to new guests to ensure they are comfortable in their surroundings whilst being observant towards and engaging with all guests at all times to ensure the highest levels of service throughout the day;

• Resolving any issues as they arise to ensure the guests' matchday experience is not effected, raising to the next level and / or appropriate departments as required (usually Duty Manager in your allocated lounge)

• Directing guests to the appropriate match seats;

• Answering any questions hospitality guests may have about other events

  and fixtures;

• Report any faults with facilities and any catering issues without delay;

• Any other reasonable duties

Required Technical Skills

• Previous experience as a host or hostess, or hospitality waiter or waitress in a hospitality environment, or front of house experience, is preferred.

Required Behavioural Attitudes

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Candidates must be well presented, mature, professional and have an outgoing personality

• The ability to work efficiently in a high pressured and dynamic sporting environment

• A good approach to teamwork and ability to manage a busy hospitality area

• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure

• Excellent customer service skills and spoken English required

• Ability to use initiative and be creative

• Strong customer service skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to prioritise case load and manage time effectively

• Confident and assertive

• Ambition, passion and willingness to learn

Job title: Academy Regional Scout

Hours of Work: Part Time

Department: Academy Recruitment

Location: Throp Arch, Wetherby

Responsible to: Head of Local Recruitment

DBS: Yes (Enhanced)

Contract type: Worker

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/4GqhAgu64x

Role Summary

The Part Time Scout would attend matches within designated geographical area and identify players under 10 - under 18’s that have the quality / potential to play for Leeds United FC.

Looking for Regional scouts to cover the North, which would be Sheffield & Midlands based and to cover the South, which would be London based.

Role Responsibilities

• To Work as an integral member of the scouting network in identifying players for the club who meet the criteria and potential to represent Leeds United FC.

• To be responsible for identifying and reporting on the most talented players in their designated geographical area.

• To regularly liaise with and attend scouting meetings with the Designated Regional and National Heads of department to update all scouting activity and targeted players.

• To promote a professional image of the club at all times and ensure that the ‘Best in Class’ reputation of Leeds United FC remains intact.

• To attend Under 12 – Under 16’s matches periodically where possible as directed to maintain knowledge of the standard of players required to improve playing squads and maintain accurate and detailed reports of all matches attended and ensure players are targeted on specific databases.

• To attend training in-service as required by the club and to adhere to all club guidelines.

• To cover matches as directed by and agreed with by Head Of Recruitment

• To be in regular contact with Heads of department in relation to information.

• Develop an extensive network of contacts within geographical area designated to ensure the club has a working knowledge off all talented players and build positive working relationships with agents & clubs across the geographical area.

• Ensure all Players are reporting on LUFC’s internal system are of a high standard and in a timely fashion

• Be proactive in sourcing key information

• Assist with fixture planning and ensure sufficient coverage across designated

  catchment area

• Abide by Leeds United recruitment department standard protocols and procedures at all times and embed LUFC’s recruitment values across all sections of the department

• Ensure all games attended are logged using the department’s internal tracking systems

• Continue to build upon the clubs internal database of players throughout a designated geographical area

• Develop, maintain and enhance an understanding of Leeds United current players and club DNA in order to effectively benchmark potential identified external talent

• Possess a sound knowledge and understanding of all youth development rules and regulations with scouting players

Required Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of local football & geographical areas

• Working knowledge and scouting experience

• Experience or a background in scouting

• Understanding and in-depth knowledge of football techniques and skills in shooting, manipulating, passing and controlling the ball

• Observation skills

• Strategic planning, organising and co-ordinating skill

• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

Required Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Reliable, punctual & honest

• Excellent communication skills

• Positivity and objectiveness

• Ability to use initiative and be creative

• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively

• Confident and assertive

• Ambition, passion and willingness to learn

Job title: Academy Casual Pre-Academy Coach

Hours of Work: Casual

Department: Academy Recruitment

Location: Throp Arch, Wetherby

Responsible to: Head of Local Recruitment

DBS: Yes (Enhanced)

Contract type: Worker

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/bmS8E6heGh

Role Summary

The Pre-Academy Coach will deliver fun developmental sessions tailored to their environment and also be a part of the talent identification process for players.

The role will be working with the top talent in the region, the person for this role will have the responsibility of not only delivering sessions but building strong connections with the best talent.

This role is part time and includes evening work and the candidate must be flexible and adaptable to differing seasonal work patterns.

Role Responsibilities

• To plan & deliver fun developmental sessions for players. •

• Attend any CPD/meetings as directed by the Head of Local Recruitment

• Provide key support to our Head of Local 7-14 assessment of young players aged 7-14 in local football including grassroots, schools, private academies.To work collectively with a team of staff to create a professional welcomingenvironment

• To provide written player reports when required

• Develop an internal knowledge of current LUFC Academy players •

• To contribute to any projects• Promote a positive identity of LUFC to parents & players.

Required Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Working knowledge and coaching experience

• FA level 2 in Coaching Football

• Use of technology

• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

Required Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Reliable, punctual & honest

• Excellent communication skills

• Positivity and objectiveness

• Ability to use initiative and be creative

• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively

• Confident and assertive

• Ambition, passion and willingness to learn

Job title: Academy Casual Breakthrough Coach

Hours of Work: Casual

Department: Academy Recruitment

Location: Throp Arch, Wetherby

Responsible to: Head of Local Recruitment

DBS: Yes (Enhanced)

Contract type: Worker

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/m5Hq86cTyd

Role Summary

The Breakthrough Group Coach will deliver fun developmental sessions tailored to their environment and also be a part of the talent identification process for players. This will be delivering to players we feel are closest to Academy Trials.

This role is part time and includes evening work and the candidate must be flexible and adaptable to differing seasonal work patterns.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide key support to our Head of Local 7-14 assessment of young players aged 7-14 in local football including grassroots, schools, private academies

• To plan & deliver fun developmental sessions for players.

• To work closely with our top upcoming talents to prepare them for academy trials.

• To work collectively as a team of staff to create a professional working envrionment.

• To provide written player reports when required.

• Develop an internal knowledge of current LUFC Academy players.

• To contribute to any projects

• Attend any CPD meetings as directed by the Head of Local Recruitment

• Promote a positive identity of LUFC to parents and players.

Required Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Working knowledge and coaching experience

• FA level 2 in Coaching Football

• Use of technology

• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

Required Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Reliable, punctual & honest

• Excellent communication skills

• Positivity and objectiveness

• Ability to use initiative and be creative

• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively

• Confident and assertive

• Ambition, passion and willingness to learn

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Leeds United Football Club are now seeking experienced and motivated chefs to work home fixtures for the upcoming 2025/2026 football season. As a Chef, you will be contributing to the efficient running of one of our many kitchens and food offerings.

You will have the skills and passion to produce great food. You will be able to work independently or as part of a team whilst ensuring that you adhere to food health and hygiene regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous event, stadium and catering experience welcome but not necessary

• A passionate food lover who champions change, bold ideas and progressive thinking.

• A strong confident individual with excellent comunication skills.

• Calm and adaptable problem solver with a natural flair for hospitality

• Basic Food Hygiene knowledge.

• Must be over 18 years old

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/zG7USJWVLA

Academy Matchday Co-ordinator

Hours of Work: Casual

Department: Academy Operations

Location: Throp Arch, Wetherby

Responsible to: Academy Operations and Administration Manager

DBS: Yes (Enhanced)

Contract type: Worker

Apply: https://forms.office.com/e/x9YjGLP79b

Role Summary

The casual Academy Matchday Co-ordinator is responsible for coordinating home match day activities, for U9 to U21 Academy teams, to ensure a professional and well organised experience for all players, staff, officials, and spectators.Act as the main point of contact on match days, this role requires close liaison with Academy Operations and Coaching staff both pre- and post-match, and accurate communication with key stakeholders.Flexibility to work across weekends and over the course of the season will be required

Role Responsibilities

• Match Day Coordination of 9-21s fixtures at Thorp Arch Training Ground as required

• Work collaboratively with security and match day staff to offer support and guidance as required to ensure match day operations run smoothly. This includes parking, site access, visitors, management of Academy controlled areas and staff and player access only areas.

• Act as a first point of contact for the arrival of visiting teams on match days and meet and greet away team staff and players.

• Meet and greet match officials, and facilitate referees’ briefings

• Manage spectators and supporters with appropriate guidance and direction to pitches, toilets and refreshments.

• Monitor scout’s attendance

• Support completion, sharing and distribution of team sheets between teams and relevant officials within required time frames.

• Ensure implementation of the club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all

• Monitor adherence to player, parent, and spectator codes of conduct in place at the Academy

• Report any incidents/Safeguarding concerns immediately to the Academy Manager/Operations Manager or Safeguarding and Well Being Lead.

• Act as match day Designated Safeguarding Officer reporting any concerns using our online reporting application “My Concern” and liaising with the Academy safeguarding and Well Being Lead.

• To attend training sessions and meetings when requested

• To maintain Club Safeguarding Training & DBS in line with the FA & Club Policy

• To adhere to Club policies with particular emphasis to safeguarding children and equity.

Other Responsibilities

• To take responsibility for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

• Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

• To act as an ambassador for equity and inclusion, openly championing the Clubs commitment and action plan. To recognise and appropriately challenge incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures

• Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

• Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

• Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Required Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• FA Safeguarding Children Certificate

• FA Welfare Officer Certificate

• Experience and understanding of a football environment

• Experience working in a Category 1 Academy

• Possesses a demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding policy and best practice

• Possesses a strong awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion

• Builds positive relationships with the players, staff and all stakeholders

• Demonstrates outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills

• To have the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

• Understands the current Academy system and professional football culture and landscape

• Use of My Concern or similar safeguarding management system

Required Personal Attributes

• Is personable and able to connect and build relationships with others easily

• Able to communicate with a range of people

• Able to work with players, staff and other stakeholders of varying ages, experience, backgrounds and cultures

• Works well under pressure

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Reliable, punctual & honest

• Excellent communication skills

• Positivity and objectiveness

• Ability to use initiative and be creative

• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively

• Confident and assertive

• Ambition, passion and willingness to learn