The Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Safeguarding & Behaviour Improvement Officer.

Salary: Starting from £26,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week (some evening and weekend work required)
Location: Holmes Park, Dog and Gun Lane, Whetstone, LE8 6FA

This full-time permanent role will play a vital part in safeguarding grassroots football across Leicestershire and Rutland, ensuring safe, inclusive environments for all participants and driving positive behaviour on and off the pitch.

They are seeking applications from individuals who share their core values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. This role supports their wider mission: inspiring positive change through football across Leicestershire and Rutland by uniting communities, tackling inequalities and improving the health of the population. Read the full recruitment pack and job description attached at the bottom.

About the Role

This role focuses on two vital areas of grassroots football: safeguarding and improving behaviour across the game. You will:

• Lead the implementation of safeguarding across LRCFA in line with The FA's Safeguarding 365 Standard

• Manage safeguarding concerns and compliance, working with statutory agencies and supporting Club Welfare Officers

• Promote positive behaviour and implement local and national interventions to address poor behaviour and discrimination

• Deploy and support Discrimination Support Officers to challenge and respond to incidents effectively

• Deliver training, guidance and CPD to ensure safe, fun and inclusive football environments

Who They're Looking For

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA are seeking applications from individuals who share our values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. The successful candidate will have:

• A safeguarding qualification and/or experience in a child protection, safeguarding, or welfare role

• Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills

• The ability to manage sensitive information and challenging situations effectively

• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy and practice relating to children and adults at risk

Desirable qualities include completion of Designated Safeguarding Officer training, experience of working with volunteers, and knowledge of The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy.

Why Join Leicestershire & Rutland County FA?

They offer a flexible approach to working, enabling you to balance the demands of the role with personal circumstances, as well as access to a range of personal benefits including a free gym membership and Employee Assistance Programme. You will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to supporting grassroots football.

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA received the Employee Wellbeing & Engagement Award at the 2024 County FA Recognition Awards, demonstrating commitment to creating a supportive and positive workplace.

Application Process

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Applications close at 10am on Monday 29 September 2025. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 9 October 2025 at Holmes Park.

If you have any questions about the role, please email: jobs@leicestershirefa.com

LRCFA is committed to equality of opportunity for all. They welcome applications from women, people with Disabilities and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities as they are currently underrepresented within the organisation.