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Listed below are all the vacancies currently available with Leeds United Football Club. Please click on the role you are interested in for more details and information.

Matchday Hospitality Waiting staff

Role: Match day hospitality waiting staff are required to work all home fixtures with the option of non-match day work

Age Requirements: 16 +

Experience required: Previous waiting experience and/or silver service skills is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

Waiting staff work in the hospitality areas on match fixtures serving Match day corporate guests food.

Hospitality staffs need to be able to work well under pressure, have strong communication skills and an extremely smart appearance.

Matchday 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 +

Experience required: Previous bar experience essential.

Bar staff work in the hospitality areas on match fixtures taking orders and serving Match Day hospitality guests drinks (alcoholic/ non-alcoholic). This role can include the exchange of monies and till usage.

Hospitality staff need to be able to work well under pressure, have strong communication skills and an extremely smart appearance.

Matchday Kiosk Staff

Role: Match day Ground Catering staff are required to work all home fixtures within the stadium on a Match Day.

Age requirements: 16+ (limited areas for under 18’s)

Experience required: Some experience desirable (Training will be given)

Match day Ground Catering staff work in the kiosks and bar outlets, where alcohol is present, and you will be situated around the stadium serving Match Day General ticket holders. Ground Catering staff need to be able to work well under pressure, have a good team working skills and a good attitude. The Uniform for Ground Catering Staff is more informal (Leeds United t-shirt and fleece which is provided on your first shift)

Matchday Kiosk 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+

Experience Requirement: Previous bar supervisory skills are required alongside a good knowledge of cellar and staff management (please note Ground Catering team leaders are paid an enhanced rate of pay for the increased responsibility)

Matchday 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 +

Some experience in previous kitchen work.

Full Training will be given.

All Kitchen staff need to be able to work well under pressure, have a good team working skills and a good attitude.

If you are interested in any of the above roles please apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/UNuaXSnkSi

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

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: People Services Manager

Hours: 37.5hrs per week

Location: Elland Road Stadium

Responsible to: Head of People

Closing: 5th Sept 2025

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Overview

The people services manager will provide a full generalist HR service to the Club overseeing all people administration, compliance and systems. You will manage the employee lifecycle and delivery of our annual operating plan, driving process improvements and automation, elevating the employee experience, and ensuring that we provide high-quality output.

What are the responsibilities?

  • Leads the delivery of onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, data management, and policy support with precision and care.

  • Participates in and provides recommendations to the HR Technology roadmap to support automation, improved employee experience and realisation of efficiencies in HR Operations

  • Has full oversight and responsibility for the operations of our HR System, ensuring the maintenance of current and accurate information within this platform and shared drive

  • Develops and delivers a robust roadmap to help inform the people agenda

  • Provides key insights and analytics as requested to support the Head of People and Senior Leadership Team.

  • Drives process improvement and automation to elevate the employee experience.

  • Develops and agrees process maps and service level agreements for all core people matters.

  • Works in collaboration with our IT team to ensure a seamless flow of information regarding employee changes, onboarding and offboarding

  • Provides professional and confidential HR support and administration across the full range of HR activity, including L&D, terms and conditions of service, benefits provision, recruitment and payroll submissions.

  • Manages relationships with external technology providers to ensure service excellence

  • Champions a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

  • Regularly contributes across the People team, recommending improvements to systems and procedures to improve efficiency in the department

  • Supports the Head of People with tasks related to the implementation of the engagement survey, performance reviews and company initiatives

  • Leads and owns the onboarding process including pre commencement checks including RTW and sponsorship processes, to ensure compliance.

  • Oversee the HR annual operating plan, ensuring that all cyclical process are executed with high quality in a timely manner

Our package includes:

  • Highly competitive salary & pension

  • 34 days holiday

  • Personal growth and development support, including education or training

  • Significant Partner Discount

  • Staff Football Tickets

  • Full access to additional discounts and events

Person Specification

Essential

A strong understanding and experience of using HR software/technology to support HR service delivery

Experience in managing a HR administration team, demonstrating a solid foundation in building and enhancing people processes.

Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to effectively prioritise within a busy portfolio to meet tight deadlines.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and able to undertake basic analysis and support in the creation of documents and presentations.

Able to analyse and interpret information to form sound judgements.

Ability to develop practical and innovative solutions to problem solving

Proactive & adaptable, thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

An ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines

An organised mind with a love and passion for delivering the best to people

Desirable

  • CIPD level 5 or 7

  • Previous experience in sport/ entertainment

  • Previous experience implementing systems

*Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process. *

Job Title: Partnerships Retail Lead

Department: Partnerships

Reports to: Head of Partnership Activation

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Elland Road, Leeds

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm mainly). Must be flexible to work matchdays

Closing Date: 29th August

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Overview

Leeds United Football Club (LUFC) is seeking a Partnership Retail Lead to join the club’s Partnership team to deliver a variety of important Club & Partnership retail deliverables. This is an opportunity for a detail-oriented, strategic-thinking, and ambitious individual to lead the Partnership Retail deliverables and support Club-wide retail requirements, contributing to the success of one of the region’s most beloved sports teams.

Due to an updated Retail Operations model we are now looking to expand our Partnerships team to include dedicated Retail lead. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment, reporting to the Head of Partnership Activation and play a vital part in overseeing and managing key strategic deliverables across our Retail partnerships and Club processes. You will work collaboratively across various stakeholders, both internally and externally, ensuring effective service delivery and contributing to the overall success and commercial growth of the club.

Main Responsibilities

Lead POC for the Clubs Technical kit partner, retail partners and dedicated Retail operator

Manage the day-to-day relationship with the retail operator with a focus on driving strategic alignment, data analysis and reporting, identifying new product opportunities and appropriate retail growth areas, deliver specific contractual brand requirements and be the Club lead on internal retail working groups to ensure constant alignment

Manage the day-to-day relationships with the Technical kit partner and retail partners to ensure effective and efficient delivery of contractual rights and Partnership assets

Oversee licensing approvals and key processes with the dedicated retail operator whilst also developing, defining and delivering the Clubs own licensing strategy to create additional revenue opportunities

Oversee all relevant Club and dedicated retail operator product approvals to ensure correct application of Club IP and support brand management and IP protection across all retail and partner materials

Lead the Clubs key design and approval processes, leveraging input for relevant internal departments to align on first team product design and endorsement plans that are critical to the Club and Technical kit partner success

Oversee the management of Technical kit partner orders and product buy for the Club. This key role will ensure that team kits, staff allocations and Club orders are processed efficiently and to the highest standard. You will oversee the entire order process from forecasting, ordering through to tracking, delivery and distribution. You will work closely with internal teams including the 1st team, U21s, Women’s, Academy, Foundation to ensure their specific kit needs are met on time.

You will oversee staff kit allocations, keeping accurate records of items such as sizes, names, numbers and manage the logo & embellishment needs of the Club. Close coordination with the Technical kit partner will be essential to ensure timely deliveries and effective inventory management.

Oversee all Club related product fulfilment, retail deliverables & partnership operations

Develop, define and implement a Partnership and Club wide gifting strategy to service the needs of the organisation and commercial requirements

Work alongside relevant retail stakeholders to develop, define and implement an effective process for partners to secure premiums and co-branded product to support partnership activation requirements

Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers, partners, agencies and internal stakeholders

Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of 4-5 years in experience in retail partnerships, merchandise buying, ecommerce and licensing, preferably within a sports or entertainment environment. A strong understanding of order management and inventory systems is essential

  • Strong analytical experience across retail sales and performance data

  • Experience to oversee product processing, delivery and fulfilment, ideally with Technical Kit partners and sportswear brands. A solid knowledge of sports apparel, including its sizing, durability, and functionality, is also beneficial

  • Experience with Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word

  • Experience building excellent working relationships and dealing with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally

  • Great people person and a proven team player with strong communication skills

  • Flexible approach to working hours there will be a requirement to work weekends/evenings to attend matches and events.

Required Behavioral Attributes

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Organised and good attention to detail

  • Strategic thinker and solution orientated

  • Ability to use initiative and be creative

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to prioritize and anticipate case load and manage time effectively

  • Confident and assertive

  • Ambition, passion and willingness to learn

  • Strong time management skills

  • Self-motivated

  • Hands-on approach with a can-do mentality

  • Ability to multitask