Company Name:
West Bromwich Albion
Location:
West Bromwich
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Position:
Academy Non-Coaching
Salary Details:
£32,000 - £35,000 Yearly
Advertising End Date:
05 Jun 2026

About The Role

Here at West Bromwich Albion Football Club we have an exciting opportunity to join our Academy Recruitment team as Foundation Phase Recruitment Lead. 
 
West Bromwich Football Club is seeking a self-motivated, experienced and driven candidate for the role of Foundation Phase Recruitment Lead. The role requires someone who has experience identifying and recruiting players in the U9-12 age groups. This role provides a vital part of the Academy environment and has great value in the development of young people. 

About The Candidate

Person Specification 
Essential Criteria 
  • Have previous Recruiting/Coaching experience in an Academy or Elite football environment and knowledge of the EPPP and the PMA system
  • Hold the following qualifications as a minimum: Talent ID Level 3.
  • Safeguarding and Protecting Children (acquired before starting role)
  • DBS clearance (acquired before starting role)
  • Be organised and have good time management skills with a flexible attitude to work
  • Have a personable approach to efficiently deal with young footballers and their parents
  • Full driving license and use of own vehicle
  • Be able to work independently and proactively
  • Highly organised and methodical approach to workload
  • Confidential and diplomatic
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbally
  • Full driving license
  • Right to Work in the UK
Desirable Criteria 
  • UEFA B License

About The Club

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. 

An Enhanced DBS, References, Qualifications, Proof of Identity and Right Work in the UK checks will be required and carried out prior to commencement in this post.

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