Academy Kit Assistant – 6 Month contract

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The Kit Assistant will assist the First Team and Academy Kit Coordinator in the management of kit and equipment throughout the Academy on a 6 month contract. This will include matchday support for the first team and academy teams, at home and away venues as and when required.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hour per week

Department Academy

Location: Training Ground (Wetherby)

Responsible to: Kit Co-Ordinator/Academy Operations and Administration Manager

Responsible for: First Team & Academy Kit co-ordination & distribution

DBS: Enhance DBS required

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily provision and preparation of kit and equipment for training.

• Driving the kit van to and from home and away fixtures which, on occasion will include staying overnight with the team.

• Dressing room pre-match set up and post-match clear down.

• Supporting the match day operation as directed by the Academy Kit Coordinator.

• Supporting the busy pre-season arrival and preparation of kit so that it is available in a timely fashion as required by coaches and playing staff.

• Accompanying the team on tour as and when required. This may involve short periods of international travel.

• Printing logos on match kit and training wear.

• Control and management of kit stock and kit room including maintaining a clean and tidy working environment.

• Be trustworthy and adhere to the Club/Academy protocols and respect confidentiality in all matters.

Other Responsibilities:

• To take responsibilities for personal performance and the development of personal skills to ensure the required skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil the role.

• Perform duties with due regard to Club policies and procedures and legislative requirements at all times;

Colleagues

• To act as an ambassador for equity and inclusion, openly championing the Clubs commitment and action plan. To recognise and appropriately challenge incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures

• Ensure implementation of the Club’s health & safety, safeguarding, welfare and equality policies to create a safe working environment for all;

• Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) training and/or additional training as identified or as required.

• Ensure working practices are compliant with relevant legislation and data protection legislation and/or general data protection regulations (GDPR) requirements;

Qualifications & Training

• Have a clean driving license and experience of driving a transit size vehicle.

• Already hold or be able to acquire a FA enhanced DBS certificate.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Have experience of operating in an elite sports environment.

• Have experience of working with young people.

• Be a dependable and reliable individual.

• Be an enthusiastic team player, happy to positively interact with persons at all levels within the club.

• Possess a strong work ethic and be capable of working on their own from time to time.

• Represent the club in a positive manner.

• Be extremely flexible in terms of attendance which will include unsocial hours and weekend working.

• Be physically active and able to cope with the demands of the job including lifting & handling and running to retrieve equipment.

General Statement

All employees and workers of the Club must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regards to all policies and procedures and in particular health and safety, confidentiality and data protection.

Safeguarding Statement

Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

www.leedsunited.com/en/club/safeguarding

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation. The club does not tolerate any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment. Your behaviour must align to the principles of equality as outlined in the Clubs equality policy which can be found at

www.leedsunited.com/en/equality-and-diversity

Health & Safety Statement

The Club is committed to effective management of the Health and Safety risks to all employees, visitors, supporters, and any others associated with the Club. As part of this commitment all staff are expected to conduct your business in a proactive way that prevents injury and ill health to those who may be affected by your activities.

All staff are expected to undertake regular Health & Safety related training and to ensure the environments in which they work remain safe at all times, with the mindset that Health & Safety is everybody’s responsibility.

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