Academy Kit Assistant

Newcastle United; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Academy Kit Assistant to support the Kit Manager with daily kit operations for our academy players and staff. You will help ensure the right kit and equipment are ready for training and matchdays, contributing to a professional, well-organised environment.

You'll work closely with coaching and grounds staff, manage stock, and assist with printing and maintenance of boots and shirts, playing a vital role in our development culture.

Qualifications

• Experience handling team kit and equipment is preferred.
• Excellent organisation and time management for training and matchdays.
• Willingness to work as part of a team within a football academy setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Academy Kit Manager in all areas of kit operations.
• Ensure kit and equipment are available to players and staff daily.
• Assist with delivery of kit at fixtures and training sessions.
• Help print match shirts and training kit as directed.
• Clean and prepare boots after training and matches.
• Support fixtures, including home and away matches, as required.
• Liaise with coaching and grounds staff to prep training sessions.
• Monitor stock levels and conduct regular stock checks.
• Maintain clean, organised kit work areas.
• Support wider Academy operations with other duties.

Skills

Kit operations

Stock management

Equipment preparation

Team liaison

Job description

Academy Kit Assistant

Newcastle United

Permanent

Competitive Salary

Closing Date: 11th October 2026

We are the heartbeat of the city.Be part of something bigger. Help prepare the next generation of players for every training session and matchday.

Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

We’re looking for an individual to join our team where you will support the Academy Kit Manager in all aspects of kit operations. From preparing and distributing kit and equipment to maintaining cleanliness and organisation, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our Academy players and staff are fully equipped for training and matchdays.

About the Role

As Academy Kit Assistant, you'll support the Academy Kit Manager in ensuring all Academy kit and equipment requirements are delivered to the highest standards and within required timescales. You'll play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the Academy, helping players and staff have the equipment they need to train, travel and compete.

Working closely with the Academy Kit Manager, you'll support kit operations across training sessions and fixtures, assist with stock management, and help maintain a professional, organised and efficient working environment

What You'll Do

• Support the Academy Kit Manager in all areas of Academy kit operations.
• Ensure kit and equipment are available to players and staff on a day-to-day basis.
• Assist with the delivery of kit and equipment support at Academy fixtures and training sessions when required.
• Help arrange the printing of match shirts and training kit as directed.
• Clean and prepare boots following training sessions and matches.
• Support Academy fixtures, including home and away matches, when required.
• Liaise with coaching and grounds staff to ensure training sessions are appropriately prepared.
• Monitor stock levels and conduct regular stock checks to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Maintain clean, organised and professional kit work areas.
• Support the wider Academy operation through other reasonable duties as required.

About the team

You will work as part of theFootball Administration team, supporting the development of our future stars by ensuring they have the equipment and environment they need to succeed.

Location

This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne.Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application.