Club Development Officer (North West Region)

British Triathlon Federation; England; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A prominent sports organization in the UK is seeking a Club Development Officer to inspire and support local clubs, coaches, and volunteers across the North West. This part-time (18.125 hours/week) home-based role involves extensive travel, fostering club growth, and empowering communities. Ideal candidates will have experience in community sport development and a passion for helping others. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, flexible working hours, and support for personal development. Applications close on 4th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in club or community sport development.
• Strong understanding of club governance, coach and volunteer support.
• Confidence working with a wide range of people.
• Genuine passion for helping others succeed.

Responsibilities

• Bring people together and support clubs and communities.
• Support growth and sustainability of club network.
• Encourage volunteers and create welcoming experiences.
• Assist in delivering national priorities for membership growth.

Skills

Community sport development

Club governance understanding

Engagement and communication

Empathy and helping others

Job description

Location: Home-based, ideally within the North West region; extensive travel across Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Cheshire.

Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 per annum (subject to experience) + car allowance £3,500 - £4,000.

Duration: Permanent, Part Time, 18.125 hours per week, with substantial evenings and weekends. (Flexible core hours; time off in lieu for extra hours).

About the role

Shape the future of sport. Inspire communities. Leave a legacy.

We are looking for a Club Development Officer to support clubs, coaches, and volunteers across the North West, enabling them to thrive and deliver the mission of British Triathlon.

What You’ll Do

• You will be a friendly face and trusted presence, bringing people together across Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester and Cheshire, helping clubs and communities feel supported and confident every step of the way.
• Support the growth, governance, and sustainability of our club network.
• Encourage and champion volunteers, coaches, and committees, so they can create welcoming, memorable experiences for every member.
• Assist in the delivery of national priorities such as membership growth, workforce development, tackling inequalities, and safeguarding.

Who You Are

You are a passionate, engaging, and proactive sports development professional who understands the powerful role clubs play in driving the sport of triathlon.

• Proven experience in club or community sport development.
• Strong understanding of club governance, coach and volunteer support.
• Confidence working on the ground with a wide range of people.
• Commitment, empathy and a genuine love for helping others succeed.

Experience in triathlon is a bonus, but your ability to inspire and deliver is what matters most.

Why Join Us

• Part‑time (0.5 FTE), home‑based position with extensive travel across the North West.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends when the sport comes alive.
• Be part of our bold development strategy: The Big Active.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, with a flexible holiday buying scheme.
• Weekly time ringfenced for personal and collaborative learning and development.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Free and accessible parking outside the Loughborough head office.
• Pension scheme, life assurance scheme, and private medical insurance.
• Support for a healthy lifestyle and a cycle to work scheme.

To apply

Please read the full job description; if you are excited, share your CV and complete the supporting questions.

You must have the right to work in the UK. No agencies.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026. If you do not hear from us by Wednesday 14th January, please assume your application was not successful.

Interview date – Tuesday 20th January, in Manchester.

For informal enquiries contact James Cole, North West Regional Manager, [e-mail].

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other