Vacancy | Football Behaviour & Impact Officer

Location: This is a hybrid role with opportunities to work remotely from the Berks & Bucks FA office (Milton Park, Oxfordshire), from home, and across the County.
Salary: Band 4 (£26,280–£32,181) per annum, dependent on experience.
Hours: 35 hours per week, with a requirement to work evenings and weekends in line with the demands of the role.
Contract: Full Time – Fixed Term Contract (expiring June 2028)

The Opportunity

Berks & Bucks FA is seeking a dedicated individual to join the organisation in a unique role focused on positively influencing behaviour in grassroots football. The Football Behaviour & Impact Officer will play a key role in promoting positive conduct among players, officials, and spectators, working closely with member Clubs, Leagues, and other stakeholders to address undesirable behaviour across the game.

The organisation prides itself on being run by good people and is committed to ensuring that everyone can play football in a safe environment. Its mission is to lead, protect, and support each individual's journey in football by inspiring a lifelong relationship with the game.

Main Responsibilities

• Implement initiatives to celebrate and reward positive behaviour
• Deliver campaigns, interventions, and workshops to promote positive behaviour within the football community
• Enhance the impact of FA promotional campaigns and interventions at a local level

A full list of responsibilities and the person specification is available in the attached job description.

Candidate Profile

• An effective communicator with a proven ability to positively influence behaviour through advocacy and engagement
• Experience in creating and leading impactful projects

Desirable Attributes

• Passion for the positive impact of grassroots football
• Understanding of the effects poor behaviour can have on young people

What's Offered

• Commitment to training and development
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• A forward-thinking employer with people at the heart of decision-making
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working and family-friendly policies

Application Process
Applicants should complete the online Application Form HERE and attach a copy of their CV where prompted. An Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form can also be completed HERE.

Closing Date & Interviews
The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Tuesday 21st October 2025. In-person interviews will take place on Wednesday 29th October 2025.

For questions about the role or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Football Services Manager Ryan Davies on 01235 544890 or via email.

Further Information
Berks & Bucks FA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all communities.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate may be required to undertake an FA enhanced DBS check prior to starting. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all members of the board are expected to stay up to date with training and qualifications to help keep the football community safe.