Deputy Head of Grounds

Organisation

West Bromwich Albion Football Club Ltd

Salary

£33,500

Location

Walsall, West Midlands

Contract type

Permanent (Full time)

Closing date

10 August 2026

Job Description

Here at West Bromwich Albion Football Club we have an exciting opportunity to join our operations team as a Deputy Head of Grounds.

The post holder will be responsible for the supporting the Training Ground Head Grounds Person in the management of the training grounds football pitches and associated environment to ensure the effective operation of training activities for over the West Bromwich Albion First Team, Academy Teams and Woman’s Teams. The needs of the club will require a flexible approach to working hours including some work at weekends and early evenings when required. The premises are open primarily in normal daytime operating hours throughout the year. The training ground activities also involve occasional lettings of grounds facilities to visiting clubs.

A high standard of professional care and discretion is essential for a prestigious training establishment on a 20-acre site with extensive grounds. Close liaison with the relevant playing squads management and staff are essential on day-to-day basis. There will be occasions when special projects / venues will be allocated to this role for both business and professional development purposes.

Why should you work for us?

Enhanced Annual Leave, which increases through years of service.
Enhanced Sick Pay linked with service.
Life assurance
Health Cash Plan
Season tickets.
Discount in the Club Store on selected dates.
Free refreshments at all Club premises.
Free Parking at all Club premises.
Employee Assistance Program.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Support.

Equality and Diversity

West Bromwich Albion FC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to provide equality and fairness for all employees and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

Safer Recruitment

West Bromwich Albion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
WBA’s Safeguarding, Equality and Whistleblowing policies can be accessed here https://www.wba.co.uk/club/about-us/club-policies
It is unlawful for the Club to employ anyone who is involved with regulated activity who is barred from doing so and we will carry out rigorous pre-employment checks and screening. References, Qualifications, Proof of Identity and Right Work in the UK checks will be required and carried out prior to commencement in this post.

How to apply

Applications will only be accepted when received through our online vacancy platform iRecruit at https://irecruit.efl.com/vacancies/3137/deputy-head-of-grounds.html

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