The Club has a number of exciting opportunities on a full-time permanent basis.
Academy Lead Physiotherapist
Luton Town Football Club is seeking to appoint a Lead Physiotherapist, to work primarily with our U21 & U18 squads. The successful candidate will be committed and passionate in successfully developing football players. Reporting to the Academy Head of Sports Science & Medicine, the post-holder will:
- Be responsible for the daily treatment of injuries to Academy players and develop and lead the Academy’s Medical department in line with the Club’s overall strategy for developing elite players in line with the EPPP
- Maintain accurate and up to date medical records for all registered Academy players.
- Carry out injury screening and construct an injury profile for players in line with the injury prevention and reduction strategy
- Deliver, monitor and periodically review each player’s individual learning plan.
- Be fully conversant with the PMA, ensuring all player records, session planning and administration is completed in an accurate and timely manner
- Be familiar with all Academy policies and processes, working as part of an interdisciplinary approach to player development as per the Academy Performance Plan
Luton Town does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies for this vacancy.
Job Title: Academy Lead Physiotherapist
Location: The Brache Training Ground, Luton
Contract: Full- Time, Permanent
Remuneration: Competitive and commensurate with skills and experience
How to Apply: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please review the job description and submit an application form to Emily Howes, Academy Administrator, at emily.howes@lutontown.co.uk. Applications will close at 5.00pm on Monday 30th August 2021.
Interview Dates: The shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview process, to take place during week commencing Monday 6th September 2021.
Ground Staff
To role will support the Head Groundsman and ground staff team in the day-to-day management of the Club’s premises, with particular focus on the maintenance and preparation of the pitch for first team home fixtures and other matches.
This will extend to the training facility and across all Club premises. This is a busy and varied role, where matchday and work out of hours is required.
The role requires an experienced individual who has successfully maintained football pitches and surrounding areas to a professional standard. The individual must also hold the appropriate technical qualification, such as; Level 2 City & Guilds Diploma in Sports and Amenity Turf Maintenance, or an NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf Management.
For more information, please view the job description HERE.
Please apply by:
- Submitting a cover letter and CV to HR@lutontown.co.uk
- As part of your submission please provide details of your salary expectations and notice period (where applicable).
Please note that applications which do not meet the above criteria will not be considered.
Maintenance Assistant
The purpose of the role is to provide day to day maintenance support as part of the Facilities team to ensure the smooth running of the Club’s operations. The role reports into the Site & Facilities Manager, who will oversee all works required and manage the department accordingly.
This is a busy and varied role, where matchday and work out of hours is required.
Please only apply if you have proven experience working within a general maintenance role. Knowledge of Health & Safety in terms of working at height regulations, manual handling and COSHH is preferred.
For more information, please view the job description HERE.
Please apply by:
- Submitting a cover letter and CV to HR@lutontown.co.uk
- As part of your submission please provide details of your salary expectations and notice period (where applicable).
Please note that applications which do not meet the above criteria will not be considered.
The Club has a number of exciting opportunities on casual matchday basis for the 2021-22 season.
Cleaning Operatives Matchday Staff
We are looking to hire several cleaning operatives to join our Site and Facilities team to cover pre and post matchday cleaning within the stadium stands and inside the Club premises as required.
The ideal candidates will have experience at cleaning to a high standard and take pride in their work. They will also be able to work unsupervised and as part of hardworking and dedicated team.
Please only apply if you have proven experience and are able to work mornings, evenings and weekends as required.
Please apply by:
- Submitting a cover letter and CV to HR@lutontown.co.uk
- As part of your submission please provide details of your salary expectations and notice period (where applicable).
Please note that applications which do not meet the above criteria will not be considered.
Matchday Executive Host
Luton Town Football Club is seeking to appoint Executive Hosts to join the Commercial Team’s matchday staff.
Are you someone with:
- A positive and friendly attitude?
- A professional manner?
- Strong customer service skills?
- Quick thinking skills and are willing to go the extra mile?
If so, and you are aged 18 or over, you could be one of the people we are looking for to join our Executive Host team for the 2021-2022 season.
The post holders will work with the Commercial Team to assist with the matchday care of their hospitality lounge, executive box guests as well as a number of off-site hospitality venues.
Key responsibilities:
- Strong customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile
- Positive and friendly attitude
- Able to keep your uniform and personal appearance to a high standard
- Ensure the hospitality lounge is clean and presentable for the arrival of guests
- Be ready to anticipate and address guests service requests and needs throughout the matchday
- Communicate with supporters and colleagues clearly and in a professional manner
- Provide, information, direction and instruction to guests and other visitors in and around the Stadium
- Be available to work a minimum of 75% of fixtures including both mid-week evenings and weekend fixtures throughout the course of a season
The ideal candidate would be:
- 18 years and over
- Polite, courteous and look presentable at all times
- Have a professional and positive attitude
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Have a friendly & approachable nature
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please review the job description and send your Name, Date Of Birth, CV and a cover letter to the Commercial Team, at commercial@lutontown.co.uk.
Successful candidates will be contacted with the details for the next stage.
Interviews will be held throughout the season alongside induction and training sessions.
Catering Matchday Staff
Our Catering team have a number of open casual matchday roles, such as:
- Back of House - Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Kitchen Porter, and;
- Front of House – Kiosk Bar Staff, Kiosk/Bar Supervisors, Hospitality Bar Supervisor, Waiting Staff.
If you are passionate about providing great customer service and want to be part of a fun matchday experience, then we welcome your application.
To apply for a Back of House role please HERE or to apply for a Front of House role please click HERE.
Matchday Safety Steward
Have you got what it takes to be a crowd Safety Steward at Kenilworth stadium?
Are you:
• A good communicator?
• Helpful by nature?
• Driven and capable?
• Willing to go the extra mile?
• Over 18?
If so, you could be one of the people we are looking for to join our casual stewarding team for 2021- 2022.
We offer a competitive rate of pay alongside training, experience and development opportunities in an exciting and diverse atmosphere.
Interviews will be held throughout the season alongside induction and training sessions.
Crowd Safety Stewards will be required to work towards or already hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Stewarding. Full training will be provided to achieve this certification.
To apply for this role please click HERE.
Please note that all applicants should have existing right to work in the UK. Due to recent immigration law changes related to Brexit, any EU nationals who are applying for work should already hold EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status and will be asked to provide evidence of this if they are successful.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
The Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Club has systems in place to ensure that the welfare of vulnerable groups is dealt with appropriately and sensitively. Everyone working at the Club has a duty of care to safeguard the welfare of children and young people by creating an environment that protects them from harm. Our standards of practice ensure all staff are fully aware and understand their responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
The Club ensures that all staff that have a direct responsibility for children, young people, or vulnerable adults, have been subject to the most stringent of recruitment practices which include DBS and reference checks. These staff are alert to signs of abuse or maltreatment and will refer concerns to the relevant Designated Safeguarding Officers using the agreed safeguarding procedures.
EQUALITY STATEMENT
The individual must at all times carry out their duties with due regard to the Club’s policies and procedures and in particular the Clubs Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
The individual must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation, or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders. The individual must contribute to encouraging equality and respecting diversity by embedding such values in the workplace and challenging inappropriate behaviour and processes.
LIVING WAGE FOUNDATION
As a Real Living Wage employer, we offer a competitive rate of pay alongside training, experience, and development opportunities in an exciting and diverse atmosphere. Luton Town FC was the first professional football club in England to be fully accredited by the Real Living Wage Foundation (www.livingwage.org.uk).