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At the Staffordshire Football Association we know that a quality football experience begins with the pre match preparations. Over the coming years, we will be taking major steps to improve grassroots facilities across the County, with the imminent development of our Sports Hub in Uttoxeter and our continued drive to increase the quality of all grass football pitches in Staffordshire, we are seeking a highly committed and capable Grounds &amp; Pitch Care Operative to join our team.About The RoleThis brand new role will play a significant part in our facility and pitch development work over the years to come. This is not a typical 9-to-5 role. It will be physically demanding, require significant lone working and shaped by the seasons across the year. We are looking for a highly enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated person to ensure our facilities are recognised as the best in Staffordshire. The majority of time will be spent outdoors, travelling across Staffordshire, operating and maintaining machinery to ensure that all of our grassroots football pitches are maintained and managed to the best possible standards to ensure a quality experience for all players, coaches, match officials and volunteers. Embracing the challenge, you’ll play a central part in helping the grassroots game thrive by reducing cancellations, supporting volunteers, and improving the playing experience for everyone involved.The right person will take genuine pride in their work, value the opportunity to support local clubs, and be driven by a deep sense of purpose and responsibility. You’ll be joining a progressive County FA that values humility, effort, and service to the game above all else. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.Key ObjectivesAs our Grounds &amp; Pitch Care Operative, your work will directly support our vision to Support, Develop, Unite and Protect grassroots football across Staffordshire.Your core responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Sports Hub Grounds </li><li>Countywide Pitch Maintenance </li><li>Volunteer Support &amp; Safe management of maintenance equipment</li><li>PitchPower Assessments &amp; Monitoring</li><li>Pitch Maintenance workshops</li><li>Flexibility &amp; Seasonal working</li><li>Partnership Building </li><li>Wider sports services</li></ul>What will you need?This role isn’t for someone who just wants to “cut the grass.” It’s for someone who understands what that grass represents: Community, Commitment, and the heartbeat of grassroots football.We’re looking for someone who combines technical competence with empathy, who values a well-lined pitch and the people who give up their weekends to use it.Here’s what you’ll need to bring:<ul><li>Grit and commitment</li><li>A sense of purpose</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Technical awareness</li><li>Organisation and independence</li><li>Empathy and understanding of volunteers</li><li>Digital confidence</li><li>A full, clean driving licence &nbsp;</li></ul>What will you be doing?Improving the quality of grass football pitches remains one of the top 3 priorities for the game in Staffordshire. Pitch quality impacts match play, training and the love and enthusiasm for the game whatever the weather. Our aim is to ensure all grass pitches in the County are of a Good or better standard, to ensure the game can thrive.Your work will centre around the maintenance of Staffordshire FA hub sites including grass and 3G pitches and the grounds they sit within, alongside managing a weekly maintenance programme for pitches across the County. You will have access to the latest pitch maintenance machinery to allow you to offer aeration, seeding, scarification, weeding, feeding, cutting and line marking services to sites and clubs with the ultimate aim of improving every pitch you work on.You will be responsible for arranging site visits to undertake maintenance work in and out of season, working alongside grassroots volunteers to upskill and education them on pitch improvements and working with our team to push our Pitch Maintenance Programme further forward.Our new Sports Hub in Uttoxeter will be your base. This is a new, as yet developed site which will provide high quality facilities for Uttoxeter and the surrounding communities, as well as a venue that will be utilised for multiple events, activities and a base for the Community. We hope this will be the first of many Hub sites the Staffordshire FA will operate in the years to come, with your role being at the heart of what we do.This role will be demanding, hard work and require personal motivation, dedication and self discipline to be successful. You will have the opportuntiy to influence, develop new and expand existing relationships and ultimately provide a pitch maintenance service that is highly regarded due to the effort you are prepared to give.Ensuring quality support services to our England Football Accredited clubs is essential for the future growth of our game. Alongside our team, your work will help provide a quality football experience across Staffordshire and help everyone feel safe and supported across the game.About The Staffordshire FAFounded In 1877, The Staffordshire Football Association Is The Guardian of our National Game in the County.&nbsp;Responsible for efficiently governing and developing the local game, the Staffordshire FA strives to positively influence participation for all in football regardless of age, ability, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion and socioeconomic status.Our aim is to make a positive difference within football, giving everyone the opportunity to access quality football opportunities and experience to fulfil their potential. We are keen to develop partnerships in order to promote the benefits of football and improve the facilities where football is played.With over 2,300 teams, 30,000 players and 1000 match officials, the Staffordshire FA is responsible for providing a support structure that enables players, volunteers, coaches and match officials to develop individually or as part of a Club or League and most importantly, participate in a safe and enjoyable environment. We are a progressive County FA who celebrate our history and traditions, but we do not dwell on them. We are a dynamic, fast moving and evolving organisation which is passionate about our sport and its long-term success.Why Should I Apply?This challenging role will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the function of grassroots football in Staffordshire. There are more people playing football in Staffordshire than ever before which means our support for volunteers, administrators, match officials and coaches is increasing.&nbsp;The quality of preparation for match and training facilities is now even more crucial to ensure we can help maintain the enjoyment for participation across the game, ensuring everyone has access to a quality pitch. This role will help us continue to provide these much needed facilities.The successful candidate will join a fantastic team who share the same desire to provide the best football experience for all and we are keen to find a strong leader who will be able to enhance our Pitch Improvement Programmes even further.We are keen to recruit a committed, conscientious, and ambitious person who is passionate about grassroots football and who is looking for an exciting challenge to thrive in this role. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service with our ambition to see, hear and value everyone taking part in the game we love.

Staffordshire Football Association

Grounds & Pitch Care Operative

The FA believes football has the power to unite communities, promote wellbeing, and inspire positive change.The apprenticeship programme offers an entry into a rewarding career at The FA and an excellent opportunity to develop skills and gain experience within a supportive, inclusive and diverse organisation.In the exciting role of Wembley Grounds Apprentice you will work proactively with the Grounds Team to provide elite standard playing surfaces to the highest of standards for all events hosted on the iconic Wembley Stadium playing surface.You will be employed on a two year fixed term contract, and will study towards a Level 2 Sports Turf&nbsp; Operative qualification with Myerscough College (tutors will visit you at Wembley).You will be contractually based at Wembley Stadium full time.&nbsp;Please note that due to the nature of the role this position does not offer hybrid working.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Ensure the continued daily delivery of the pitch maintenance program in conjunction with the Head Of Grounds and Grounds Team to maintain all playing surfaces year-round to an elite level as laid down by governing bodies such as the FA, UEFA, FIFA, NFL, RFU and RFL.</li><li>Support the playing surface schedule with the Grounds Team to ensure there are adequate facilities for all the multi-use events Wembley host.</li><li>Maintain all pitch equipment (in ground/portable and mechanical) in line with manufactures safety standards to ensure optimum operation at all times.</li><li>In conjunction with the Grounds Team ensure all grounds operational tasks are completed to the highest of standards.</li><li>Contribute to the continued development of the ground team to ensure a continual improvement of their knowledge and professional experience.</li><li>In conjunction with the Grounds Team, support and engage with pitch contractors as required to ensure renovation &amp; maintenance of surfaces are carried out in line with the pitch management strategy &amp; as dictated by the Wembley schedule or Turf Farm.</li><li>Support and maintain a safe working environment for all Wembley Team and users, this includes but is not limited to a H&amp;S program, ongoing equipment maintenance program, regular communications regarding pitch works and treatments</li><li>Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.</li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.</li><li>As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.</li></ul>What are we looking for?To be eligible you must meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Live within England and have lived within the UK for the last 3 consecutive years</li><li>Must not be in full time education at the start of your apprenticeship</li><li>Must be at least 16 years of age</li><li>If aged 16-18 you will need to have maths and English at grade 4/C and have the certification for this. If not, you will need to sit Functional Skills Level 2 as part of the programme</li><li>Must not hold a similar or higher qualification in the same area of study</li></ul>This is a developmental role, so we do not require you to have lots of prior experience, however the following would be beneficial:<ul><li>Basic understanding of growing grass and interested in the Grounds Industry.</li><li>Basic understanding of the codes of sport Wembley host.</li><li>Understanding of a multi-use venue.</li><li>A willingness to contribute to your continued development is key.</li><li>An enthusiastic approach to learning.</li><li>Good time keeping</li><li>Happy to work outdoors in all weathers</li><li>A sports fan in general</li><li>Be flexible with working hours</li><li>Basic knowledge of football pitch construction.</li><li>Basic knowledge of pitch operations pre and post match/training.</li><li>Previous experience in sports turf industry. Any Sports surface</li><li>Use of any type of machinery related sports turf maintenance</li></ul>What's in it for you?We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.We pride ourselves in offering a competitive&nbsp;salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:<ul><li>Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.</li><li>Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.</li><li>Free private medical cover.</li><li>A contributory pension scheme.</li><li>An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)</li><li>A hybrid working model which offers greater&nbsp;flexibility.</li></ul>For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, <a href="https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers" target="_blank">https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers</a>We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.&nbsp;We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

The Football Association

Wembley Grounds Team Apprentice - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

The FA believes football has the power to unite communities, promote wellbeing, and inspire positive change.The apprenticeship programme offers an entry into a rewarding career at The FA and an excellent opportunity to develop skills and gain experience within a supportive, inclusive and diverse organisation.As an Apprentice Estates Person, you will work proactively with the Head of Grounds &amp; Estates, Assistant Head of Estates, and the wider Estates/Grounds team to maintain and prepare all landscaped areas to the highest possible standard. Your work will help create a safe, attractive, and welcoming environment for all events, teams, and visitors to the SGP grounds.You will support the delivery of the site's management plans and annual work schedules, ensuring the estate is presentable, safe, and well-maintained throughout the year — including in adverse weather conditions.This will be a 2 year fixed term contract, based full time at St. George's Park, Burton on Trent and you will work towards a Level 2 Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship with Derby College. Please note that you will need to spend Wednesdays at their Broomfield Hall Campus, so please ensure that you will be able to travel there each week before you apply.Please note that team members will be expected to be working on site or at college each day. Due to the nature of the work this role will not offer hybrid working.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Maintain and prepare gardens, landscaped areas, and grounds to standards set by senior management.</li><li>Carry out estate works in line with management plans and annual schedules.</li><li>Ensure all work is compliant with relevant legislation, company policy, and best practice for security, health &amp; safety, and environmental care.</li><li>Keep the site clean, tidy, and free from litter.</li><li>Maintain safe pedestrian and vehicle access, including frost/ice treatments and snow clearance during winter.</li><li>Operate and maintain grounds machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.</li><li>Undertake all required training, including mandatory FA Group courses.</li><li>Ensure all equipment and tools are returned in good condition after use.</li></ul>Horticultural &amp; Landscape Duties<ul><li>Lawn care and maintenance: mowing, edging, scarifying, fertilising, spraying, weeding, strimming, top dressing, re-seeding, and repair work.</li><li>Woodland and habitat care: maintain and develop woodlands, grasslands, wetland habitats, ancient and veteran trees.</li><li>Planting and bed care: planting, weeding, pruning, forking, digging, mulching, watering, edging.</li><li>Hedge maintenance: cutting, weeding, gap filling, edging.</li><li>Path and kerb maintenance: cleaning, spraying, weeding, brushing, blowing, gritting, snow clearance.</li><li>Standard tree care: pruning, watering, feeding, weeding, and relocation where required.</li><li>Work in compliance with environmental and species protection requirements across the site.</li></ul>General<ul><li>Wear correct PPE in accordance with Health &amp; Safety guidelines.</li><li>Report any maintenance issues, damage, or equipment faults promptly to supervisors.</li><li>Support other Estates Team duties as required</li><li>Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.</li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.</li><li>As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.</li></ul>What are we looking for?To be eligible you must meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Live within England and have lived within the UK for the last 3 consecutive years</li><li>Must not be in full time education at the start of your apprenticeship</li><li>Must be at least 16 years of age</li><li>If aged 16-18 you will need to have maths and English at grade 4/C and have the certification for this. If not, you will need to sit Functional Skills Level 2 as part of the programme</li><li>Must not hold a similar or higher qualification in the same area of study</li></ul>This is a developmental role so you do not need lots of experience, however it would be beneficial for you to have the following:<ul><li>An interest and awareness in plant, tree, shrub and environmental and wildlife management.</li><li>General and basic knowledge of common Health &amp; Safety and safe working practices.</li><li>Proactive and enthusiastic attitude towards landscaping, grounds work and/or horticulture.</li><li>Attention to detail and pride in work.</li><li>Flexible approach to hours and duties.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Be smart, polite, approachable, with good communication skills.</li><li>Physical fitness and able to work in all weather conditions.</li></ul>What's in it for you?We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.We pride ourselves in offering a competitive&nbsp;salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:<ul><li>Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.</li><li>Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.</li><li>Free private medical cover.</li><li>A contributory pension scheme.</li><li>An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)</li><li>A hybrid working model which offers greater&nbsp;flexibility.</li></ul>For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, <a href="https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers" target="_blank">https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers</a>We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.&nbsp;We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

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