Club Development Officer

Organisation: Berks & Bucks Football Association
Salary: Band 4 (£27,068 - £33,084)
Location: This is a hybrid role with opportunities to work remotely from the Berks & Bucks FA office (Milton Park, OX14 4SB), home and around the County.
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 20 April 2026
Interview date: 1 May 2026
Job Description: The opportunity

If you are passionate about grassroots sport and the pivotal role it plays in getting people active and healthy, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you. This role will focus on supporting and further developing our grassroots clubs, to ensure they providing accessible opportunities for all.

We know that football has the power to 'Connect People & Change Lives' and this is why we are looking to recruit a passionate and energetic individual to join the Development Team. The successful individual will lead our engagement with clubs, supporting them to offer a wider variety of provisions, and that they are as sustainable operations. There will also be a focus on supporting and growing the volunteer workforce with our clubs.

Berks & Bucks FA prides itself on being an organisation run by good people and believes that EVERYONE should be able to play football in a safe environment. Our role is simple to lead, protect and support an individual’s journey in football by inspiring a lifelong relationship with the game.

Main responsibilities

• Lead on the engagement and communication with clubs, ensuring that clubs feel connected and supported.
• Aid with the recruitment and training of new and existing club volunteers
• Increase the number of players transitioning from Youth to Adult participation.
• Strategically lead the growth of England Football Accredited Clubs & Leagues

A full list of the responsibilities and the person specification can be found in the attached job description.

Who we're looking for...

• Practical experience in sports / football development
• Knowledge and understanding of working with volunteers
• Ability to communicate and present to individuals from a range of backgrounds

You'll really impress us if...

• You are practised at developing networks and relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Understanding of operations of grassroots clubs

What you’ll get:

• The organisation’s commitment to your training and development
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• A forward-thinking employer with people at the heart of decisions
• 25 annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid working & family friendly policies
How to apply: Application process Please head to our website www.berks-bucksfa.com to access our online application form and upload your CV. https://www.berks-bucksfa.com/news/2025/sep/17/vacancy-digital-communications-assistant