Job Description

Salary:

27,040 to 34,320 pa

Hours:

40 per week

Location:

Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford WD25 9ET

Contract type:

Permanent

Reporting to:

Premier League Kicks Manager

Closing Date:

Sunday 26 October 2025

Interview Date:

Wednesday 5 November 2025

Summary of your role:

Are you a passionate team player who wants to make a positive difference through sport and education?


Look no further and apply to join our Social Inclusion department to deliver a high-quality experience to young people aged 8-18 years old in Hertfordshire.

Your key responsibilities, but not limited to:

The Youth Engagement Officer (YEO) will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of the Trust's social inclusion programmes in Hertfordshire, including Premier League Kicks.


The YEO will work closely with the Premier League Kicks Manager, as well as a range of funding and operational partners, to further develop our Premier League Kicks offer, to monitor and evaluate the impact and outcomes achieved.


In addition, this role will support the delivery of the Premier League Inspires programme, as well as other education-based programmes as devised from time to time by Trust staff.


The role involves coordinating casual coaches and volunteers to ensure that the services offered are of the highest quality and provide opportunities which inspire, engage, motivate, and empower young people to realise their potential.


The YEO is expected to undertake coaching delivery; with a focus of sustaining, monitoring, and developing the Premier League Kicks programme and all other social inclusion-based programmes/initiatives.


The role will collaborate with staff and support school focused programmes to raise young peoples' educational achievements, wellbeing, and physical activity.

You must have:

Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football and/or experience of delivering high quality football sessions to children or young people Proven track record of working with young people in a range of settings Experience of managing or supervising staff/volunteers The ability to be able to enthuse and motivate participants Have a flexible approach to work and be able to work unsociable hours (including some evenings and weekends) Good communication and inter-personal skills - both verbal and written A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use

You ideally would have:

Other NGB and Youth Work qualifications (willing to work towards) Level 1 certificate in Coaching Football Experience of working in a football capacity Experience of writing development plans, work programmes, and reports. Experience in working, developing, and managing relevant partnerships in the social inclusion / youth work sector In date Safeguarding Children & First Aid certificates (Please make sure the dates are added onto the application)

About Us

We are a well-established and forward-looking charity with a long and highly regarded record of delivering a broad range of community-based activities and services. The Trust has a clear vision '

One goal - healthier, happier, stronger communities

' - and our aim is to 'Expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London to enrich people's lives, create special memories and enable positive futures'.


Our work focuses on the key themes of; Football & Education, Health & Wellbeing, Social Inclusion, enhanced by community facilities and underpinned by our promise to deliver accessible opportunities.

Mission:

To expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London, to enrich people's lives, create special memories, and enable positive futures.

Our Values:

To be honest, reliable, and trustworthy -

Integrity

. To be inclusive in all our decision-making -

Inclusivity

. To be bold and creative in the way we work -

Innovation

.

Our Culture:

We are a values-based and vision-driven charity, who put our people and our beneficiaries at the heart of everything we do and why we do it.

Benefits of Working for Us

Chance to join an award-winning charity and work alongside colleagues who are determined to utilise the positive power of sport, physical activity and learning for social good. Friendly working environment Employee Assistance Programme Investors in People accreditation Opportunity to benefit from a range of training and development opportunities Free gym usage at our two Community Centres Flexible working environment 25 days of Annual Leave entitlement Trust pension scheme Birthday leave

Our Commitment to You

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)


We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more wide-ranging we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to Safeguarding children and adults at risk. The necessary Disclosure and Barring Service check will apply to this post.



Safeguarding:


We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that Trust policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.

Application Process

If you meet the qualifying criteria, you will be sent a link to our application form. Please complete and return your application form to your initial application email. We will then consider your application.


If you require any further information or wish to discuss the opportunity, please contact trustrecruitment@watfordfc.com







Department
Social Inclusion
Role
Youth Engagement Officer
Locations
Hertfordshire

About Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust

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Watford Football Club's Community Sports and Education Trust is a registered charity that has been proudly supporting people and communities for over thirty years, as originally established by Graham Taylor OBE and Sir Elton John. We continue this legacy today by engaging people of all ages and backgrounds through high-quality community-based initiatives and services.




Founded in 1992
Co-workers 60
Turnover Circa 3 million