Ipswich & Suffolk Grassroots Academy Scout (Foundation Phase U9-U12) Organisation Ipswich Town Football Club Salary Competitive Location Suffolk Contract type Fixed Term Closing date 3 October 2025 Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Casual Grassroots Academy Scout to support Ipswich Town Football Club’s long-term vision of identifying and recruiting the most talented young players, aged U9-U12, across Ipswich and Suffolk.The Casual Grassroots Academy Scout will be responsible for implementing the Club’s player identification and recruitment strategy, ensuring alignment with the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and the Player Performance Pathway. This role will focus on scouting grassroots football across Ipswich and Suffolk, building strong relationships within the local football community, and providing accurate and timely scouting reports to support informed recruitment decisions. Working closely with the Head of Academy Recruitment, the Grassroots Academy Scout will play a key part in shaping the future of the Club by helping to identify and recruit players aged U9-U12 who fit the Academy’s player profiles. How to apply If you are interested in applying for the role, please complete an online application form on our website detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Please note CV's for this role will not be accepted. https://www.itfc.co.uk/club/careers/vacancies/ Share X LinkedIn Email