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
We are seeking an enthusiastic Training Ground Caretaker to join our Training Ground team at Carrington Road. The role would involve daily oversight of the training ground facility, to include general maintenance, cleaning, locking up, and acting as the contact person for external suppliers visiting the site, with the working pattern requiring a high degree of flexibility to follow the team training schedule.
Applicants must have access to their own transport and ideally live within a short distance from the venue.
Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that the facility and the site are cleaned daily to a high standard and ready for first team training, and match preparation.
• Ensure that the facility is secured (locked up) upon completion of the days activities.
• Undertake maintenance tasks as and when required.
• Support on deliveries to ensure goods and supplies are delivered to the correct locations.
• Act as the day-to-day liaison with facility landlords Sale FC Rugby
• Liaise and support the Operations team on compliance checks and report defects where necessary.

Essential

• Must maintain the utmost confidentiality and discretion with regards to sensitive club and operational information, players privacy, adhering to all security protocols at all times.
• Use sound judgment to prevent unauthorised disclosure of information through any communication channel.
• Must be highly flexible in approach to respond to all reasonable requests for help and support by the training ground staff and coaches.
• Approachable and respectful

Desirable

• Full clean driving license
• Cleaning and maintenance experience
• Caretaker experience an advantage

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discount on SCFC retail products
• Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets
• Access to online discount system perk box
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Be part of a dynamic and exciting team
• The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football club

Stockport County Promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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.
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.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to HR@stockportcounty.com

Skills Required