Driver (Girls Academy)

Organisation: Aston Villa Football Club
Salary: £12.98 per hour
Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 5 October 2025
Job Description: 1. The Department

Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate.

To support our continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity available for a Driver to join our Girls Academy Department.

2. The Role

Our Drivers play an integral part of our Girls Academy Department by providing transport for our Girls Academy players to and from all Club sites. This is a vital part in the smooth operation of our Academy and ultimately creates a positive experience for our players, ensuring our players arrive on time, safely and ready to train or play.

Your main responsibility will be picking our players from various locations including home and school to transport them to and from training sessions and matches throughout the week safely and in line with the Club’s Safeguarding guidelines. You will also be responsible for ensuring the minibus is kept to the highest standard reporting on any maintenance and mechanical concerns.

You will also have the opportunity to support with wider Girls Academy operations for example, collecting tickets and airport pick-ups as and when required.

3. The Person

We are looking for a professional and organised Driver who will represent the Club in a trusted role.

You must hold a full UK driving licence, D1 Licence, and be available to work flexibly including evenings and weekends required in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

You must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with a range of stakeholders.

You must have the ability to remain calm and patient under pressure and always demonstrate discretion and confidentiality.

4. Why join us?

There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.

As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.
For further information, the Role Profile and to apply please go to careers.avfc.co.uk/jobs

Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early
The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.

Equality Statement
Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.

We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.

Safeguarding Statement
Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC - Safeguarding
How to apply: https://careers.avfc.co.uk/jobs