Job Description

About Stockport County

Founded in 1883, Stockport County are one of the country's longest established football clubs. Initially formed as Heaton Norris Rovers, the Club officially became Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport and have been based at Edgeley Park since 1902.

The team currently competes in Sky Bet League One, the third tier of the English Football League, after winning the 2023-24 Sky Bet League Two title.

Role Overview

Stockport County Football Club is recruiting Matchday Safeguarding Assistants to join the club for the 25/26 season on a casual contract. The Matchday Safeguarding Assistant will be responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of all supporters, staff, and attendees, especially children, young people, and vulnerable adults during matchdays. This role involves working closely with the Matchday Safeguarding officer, stadium staff, stewards, security personnel, and external agencies to implement and uphold stringent safeguarding procedures.

Please note that candidates will be required to work home match days at Edgeley Park only. This can be either weekday evenings or weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Report to Matchday Designated Safeguarding Officer. Ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed and enforced throughout the stadium on matchdays Act as a point of contact for safeguarding issues, providing advice and support to all involved. Respond promptly and effectively to any safeguarding incidents Co-ordinate with stadium security to manage any serious incidents Assist in conducting matchday safeguarding briefings for all staff Promote a culture of safeguarding awareness amongst all staff and attendees Monitor the stadium environment to identify potential safeguarding risks and take proactive measures to mitigate them Liaise with the Matchday Designated Safeguarding Officer to report any concerns or incidents Assist in chaperoning the ball person team for the duration of a match

Essential

Relevant experience in a safeguarding role, preferably within a sports or events management environment Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain the appropriate levels of confidentiality Calm and professional demeanour, especially in high pressure situations

Desirable

Relevant qualifications and experience in safeguarding or child protection

Safeguarding

Safeguarding at Stockport County Football Club is everyone's responsibility, and we strive to ensure it is the golden thread through all the work we do.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults who engage in any club activities, all posts (including interns and volunteers) are subject to relevant background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. This includes appropriate references, DBS and right to work checks.

How to Apply & Equal Opportunities

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to sarah.collins@stockportcounty.com

If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a full application form. Due to the volume of applications, if you do not receive a reply within 7 days of the closing date then you have not been successful at this time.

Closing deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 13th July 2025. Stockport County Football Club is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles, we welcome your application regardless of your background. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

Job Types: Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/07/2025