Huddersfield Town AFC Job Vacancy
Grounds Assistant
Salary: Up to £24,000 per annum (depending on skills and qualifications).
Type: Full-time – 35+ hours per week.
Contract: Permanent.
This position will require a flexible approach to work, covering weekdays and weekends as required.
We are currently recruiting to the position of Grounds Assistant, to support our Grounds team based at our training complex and to ensure that our playing surfaces are suitable for both training sessions and competitive fixtures. The post holder will be required to fulfil all duties associated with maintaining and renovating sports surfaces in a football environment, ensuring that the facilities are in premium condition, while also adhering to all environmental and health and safety laws and regulations.
Candidates must have a genuine love of working outdoors, in all weather conditions, and an interest in grounds maintenance in an elite sport environment. Previous experience in a similar role is essential. A Level 2 qualification in Sports Turf Management or an equivalent qualification would be advantageous; however, full training will be given, and we will support the successful candidate to achieve a relevant qualification if not already obtained.
We expect our employees to be a positive ambassador for Huddersfield Town AFC, and to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders in a consistently polite and professional manner.
To apply, please create an account in our online application portal and ensure you complete the associated questions in full.
Please also highlight any factors that you would like us to consider, for example, if you have a disability or health condition that may require us to make reasonable adjustments in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and other stakeholders to share this commitment.
Applicants must disclose all previous convictions including spent convictions in accordance with the associated legislation.
Equality and Inclusion
Huddersfield Town AFC is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where everyone can be themselves and in which everyone feels valued, included, and supported to achieve their full potential. We offer a range of family-friendly and inclusive employment arrangements, and we have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from disabled candidates. We are also seeking to diversify our workforce, particularly by gender and ethnicity.
Completed applications must be submitted by 9:00am on Tuesday 18th February 2025.
Interviews are likely to take place in late February 2025.
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