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Match day Hospitality Waiting staff:Role: Match day hospitality waiting staff are required to work all home fixtures with the option of non-match day workAge Requirements: 16 +

Match day Hospitality Bar staff :

Role: Match day hospitality bar staff are required to work all home fixtures with the option of non-match day work Age Requirements: 18 +

Match day Ground Catering staff:

Role: Match day Ground Catering staff are required to work all home fixtures within the stadium on a Match day. To work non Match day role extra training sessions must be attended. Age requirements: 16+ (limited areas for under 18’s)

Match day Ground Catering Team Leader:

Role: Match day Ground Catering Team leaders are required to work all home fixtures (longer shift than standard Ground Catering staff).Age requirements: 18+

Match day Kitchen Porter:

Role: Match day kitchen porters are required to work all home fixtures in the kitchens. Limited Non Match day work is available. Age requirements: 16 +

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Job Description and Person Specification: (Click Here)

We currently have an opportunity for a casual Academy Matchday Co-ordinator at our fantastic Academy based at our training grounds in Wetherby. This is a great opportunity for driven individuals who relish a challenge and are driven to succeed in a fast and innovative environment.

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.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire, where we play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is ‘the only place for us’ ever since.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.

Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. FA Safeguarding Children Certificate

2. FA Welfare Officer Certificate

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience and understanding of a football environment

2. Experience working in a Category 1 Academy

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• 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

1. Use of My Concern or similar safeguarding management system

BEHAVIOURAL 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

EQUALITY & DIVERSITY: As we are a diverse organisation that respects differences in race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity, we welcome all applications. We want everyone to feel valued and included in the football community and to achieve their full potential. Leeds United is opposed to any form of discrimination and commits itself to the redress of any inequalities by taking positive action where appropriate.

SAFEGUARDING & RECRUITMENT: Leeds United FC are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expect all staff to share this commitment. All staff, whatever their role will receive safeguarding training and will be expected to champion the culture of 'safeguarding is everybody's responsibility'.

CLOSING DATE: 19th May 2024

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form:

https://forms.office.com/e/bCVwKRaQL5

Summary of Role:

We currently have an opportunity for Recruitment Senior Scout to support the Local Recruitment Team. One Sector Lead to be based in Huddersfield & the other Based in South Yorkshire This is a great opportunity for driven individuals who relish a challenge and are driven to succeed in a fast and innovative environment.

The Part Time Senior Scout will support the identification and assessment of young players with

potential to join LUFC academy within foundation & Youth Phases, managing a team of scouts and potential management of an external training centre within that Sector.

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

About The Company:

Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire and play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since with a capacity of 37,890.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be. Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Provide key support to our Head of Local 7-14 Recruitment in the identification and assessment of young players aged 7 -14 in local football including grassroots, schools, private academies and tournaments throughout the year.

• To build an in depth database and knowledge of local players 7 -14 in the catchment areas assigned.

• To work with Recruitment Co-Ordinator in their regions to allocate games.

• To know Local Professional Clubs Pre-Academy Players within Sector.

• To manage a team of scouts assigning them to games on a weekly basis.

• To evidence all scouted games on a database on a weekly basis & send to Co-Ordinator

• To provide written performance reports from live games attended to support the decision making process .

• 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, local grassroots coaches and Clubs within your region.

Hours: 5 hours per week and includes weekends and evenings

Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Working knowledge and scouting experience in local grassroots football

• FA level 2 Talent Identification.

• Use of technology to support talent identification process

• Network & contacts within local and schools football

• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

What we look for in a team member:

• 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

EQUALITY STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

Advertisements should include a link to the LUFC safeguarding policy, as well as application form and job description details.

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form:

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

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Casual - One day per week

We currently have an opportunity for 2 Academy Education Tutors at our fantastic training ground. One of the Academy Education Tutors will be responsible for delivering supported learning sessions to players on the hybrid training model as part of their compensatory education sessions on Wednesdays 09.00 – 16.00 and another Academy Education Tutor will be deliver tuition support to Academy players to support their GCSE examinations on Monday evenings.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire where we play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.

Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide subject specific tuition to players

• Update registers and logs of work as requested

• Provide written feedback for education reports

• Provide feedback to Academy staff on progress, attendance and attitude to learning as needed

• Liaise with parents/schools as needed

• Provide appropriate resources for effective learning as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERINCE:

• 2+ years teaching experience

• QTS or equivalent

• GCSE Maths & English or equivalent

• FA DBS check

• FA Safeguarding Children

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERINCE:

• Previous experience providing 1 to 1 tuition

• Previous experience working in a professional sports academy

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Efficient and organised

• Communicates using a variety of methods and using an age-appropriate vocabulary

• Builds positive relationships with students, staff and all stakeholders

• Demonstrates outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills

• Competent with modern technologies that support the performance of their duties

• Inspires others and is a positive role model

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

• Demands high standards and has an attention to detail

• Shares the vision and values of the Academy and is motivated to achieve its objectives

• Able to work in a high-profile environment with regular media coverage and public interest

• Is responsible and acts in the best interests of the Academy

• Is open minded, innovative and willing to explore new ideas/concepts

• Enjoys facing challenges and have the resilience and resourcefulness to see complex tasks through

• Is proactive and able to identify and mitigate risks

• Is a collaborator and relishes the opportunity to work alongside others to overcome challenges

  and achieve goals

• Willing to share their knowledge experience as part of a community of practice

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

• Committed to personal development and continuous improvement

• Possesses a strong work ethic and are motivated to be the best they can be

• Able to promote the positive image of the Academy and the Club

EQUALITY STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

Advertisements should include a link to the LUFC safeguarding policy, as well as application form and job description details.

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form: https://forms.office.com/e/cf3sCcdmBx

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Casual - One day per week

We currently have an opportunity for an Academy Education Tutor at our fantastic training ground. The Academy Education Tutor will be responsible for delivering supported learning sessions to players on the hybrid training model as part of their compensatory education sessions.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West

Yorkshire, where we play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since.

Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.

Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide subject specific tuition to players

• Update registers and logs of work as requested

• Provide written feedback for education reports

• Provide feedback to Academy staff on progress, attendance and attitude to learning as needed

• Liaise with parents/schools as needed

• Provide appropriate resources for effective learning as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERINCE:

• 2+ years teaching experience

• QTS or equivalent

• GCSE Maths & English or equivalent

• FA DBS check

• FA Safeguarding Children

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERINCE:

• Previous experience providing 1 to 1 tuition

• Previous experience working in a professional sports academy

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Efficient and organised

• Communicates using a variety of methods and using an age-appropriate vocabulary

• Builds positive relationships with students, staff and all stakeholders

• Demonstrates outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills

• Competent with modern technologies that support the performance of their duties

• Inspires others and is a positive role model

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

• Demands high standards and has an attention to detail

• Shares the vision and values of the Academy and is motivated to achieve its objectives

• Able to work in a high-profile environment with regular media coverage and public interest

• Is responsible and acts in the best interests of the Academy

• Is open minded, innovative and willing to explore new ideas/concepts

• Enjoys facing challenges and have the resilience and resourcefulness to see complex tasks

  through

• Is proactive and able to identify and mitigate risks

• Is a collaborator and relishes the opportunity to work alongside others to overcome challenges

  and achieve goals

• Willing to share their knowledge experience as part of a community of practice

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

• Committed to personal development and continuous improvement

• Possesses a strong work ethic and are motivated to be the best they can be

• Able to promote the positive image of the Academy and the Club

EQUALITY STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

Advertisements should include a link to the LUFC safeguarding policy, as well as application form and job description details.

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form:

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