Football Development Officer (Facilities)

Organisation: The Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA
Salary: £31,609
Location: The role will be based at the County FA Offices – Steel City Stadium, Olympic Legacy Park, Worksop Road, Sheffield, S9 3TL. However, home working is a feature of this position. The post holder may be required to attend meetings and training away from the office.
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 27 August 2026
Interview date: 18 September 2026
Job Description: Job purpose
•Support the delivery of The FA Grassroots Football Strategy and the Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA Business Strategy.
•Ensure that every affiliated football fixture is played on a ‘good’ quality pitch.
•Identify and activate priority projects for Football Foundation investment via Local Football Facility Plans.
•Protect existing football facilities from planning applications.
•Contribute to the effective implementation of The FA’s Safeguarding 365 Standard for County FAs.
•Support the adoption of FA technology systems across grassroots football.
•Comply with FA rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance that are in place from time to time.
How to apply: To apply for the role, please complete the online application form by 5pm on Thursday 27th August 2026. Please note that no applications will be accepted after this date. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019fd67937b8744ca851bbdbf17d9af5