Academy Driver - Casual

Birmingham City FC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Birmingham City Football Club is seeking a highly professional Casual Academy Driver to join our Operations & Administration Department, ensuring safe and efficient transport for Academy players, trialists and staff across a busy weekly schedule.

You must hold a full clean driving licence for at least two years and have your own car with a valid MOT and breakdown cover. The role requires discretion, safeguarding awareness and a professional appearance at all times.

Qualifications

• Full clean driving licence for at least two years.
• Own car with valid MOT and breakdown cover.
• Confidence driving a range of vehicle types.
• Ability to work professionally within an elite sporting environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport Academy players, trialists, and staff per weekly schedule.
• Drive players between home addresses, training grounds, host accommodation, match venues, schools, airports, and other locations.
• Maintain professionalism and safeguarding standards at all times.
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned, serviced, and maintained per club policies.
• Report vehicle issues promptly to Head of Academy Operations & Administration.
• Wear correct uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and appraisal processes.
• liaise with the Safeguarding Team regarding concerns.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by Head of Academy Operations & Administration.

Skills

Clean driving licence

MOT & breakdown cover

Wide vehicle types

Elite sporting environment

Job description

Job Description

Birmingham City Football Club is seeking a highly professional and reliable Casual Academy Driver to join our Operations & Administration Department. This role plays a vital part in the smooth running of our Academy programme, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of Academy players, trialists, and staff.

Please note, this is a casual role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport Academy players, trialists, and staff according to the weekly transport schedule.
• Drive players between home addresses, training grounds, host accommodation, matchday venues, schools, airports, and other locations as required.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times.
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean, serviced, and maintained in line with Club policies.
• Report any vehicle-related issues promptly to the Head of Academy Operations & Administration.
• Wear correct uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Actively engage in ongoing professional development and appraisal processes.
• Liaise with the Club’s Safeguarding Team regarding any concerns.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by the Head of Academy Operations & Administration.

What We’re Looking For?

• Full clean driving licence held for at least two years.
• Own car with a valid MOT certificate and breakdown cover (updated copies to be provided).
• Confidence in driving a range of vehicle types.
• Ability to work professionally within an elite sporting environment.

Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process.

Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.