Academy Kit & Equipment Coordinator

Manchester United; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Scheme

25 days annual leave

Electric Vehicle scheme

Wellness Support

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Manchester United is seeking a Kit Assistant to support all aspects of kit and equipment operations for training, matches, and events. The role will focus on Academy kit management but may support First Team and Women’s teams as required.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-performance sports environment, be able to lift and transport kit, hold a full UK driving licence, and be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. Evening and weekend work will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-performance sports environment is essential.
• Experience working with children and young people is preferred.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to high standards.
• Dependable and reliable with the ability to manage responsibilities.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all matters.
• Collaborative, able to build positive relationships at all levels.
• Hold a full UK driving licence; have van-driving experience if required.
• Ability to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, packing, and distribution of kits for training and match days.
• Ensure kits, boots and equipment are clean and ready for use.
• Support dressing room setup before and after matches.
• Monitor stock levels of kit and equipment (shirts, shorts, socks, balls, cones, bibs).
• Wash, dry and store kit and training wear per hygiene standards.
• Help transport kit to away matches.
• Label and organise player-issued kit.
• Report damage or loss of equipment to the Kit Manager.
• Uphold professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Role may focus on Academy but support First Team and Women’s teams as needed.
• Print on match kit and training wear.
• Assist with busy pre-season kit arrivals.

Skills

High-performance sports

Experience with children

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Confidentiality

Team player

Driving licence

DBS check

Job description

Manchester United is seeking a Kit Assistant to support all aspects of kit and equipment operations for training, matches, and events. The role will focus on Academy kit management but may support First Team and Women’s teams as required.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-performance sports environment, be able to lift and transport kit, hold a full UK driving licence, and be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. Evening and weekend work will be required.