Community Development Officer - West Wales

The Welsh Netball Association; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional sports organization seeks a Community Development Officer to enhance netball participation in schools across West Wales. This role involves developing netball programs, engaging with schools and communities, and supporting volunteer efforts. The successful candidate will be pivotal in increasing access to netball for underrepresented groups and ensuring inclusive participation. Ideal applicants will have a background in sports development and a passion for the sport. The position offers a permanent full-time contract with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting sports in schools and communities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Capacity to engage underrepresented groups effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of schools' netball in Primary and Secondary levels.
• Support workforce development through recruiting and training volunteers.
• Plan and execute projects targeting underrepresented groups.

Skills

Passion for netball

Experience in sports development

Coaching skills

Engagement with community stakeholders

Job description

Organisation The Welsh Netball Association Salary £25,000 Location Cardiff Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 2 January 2026 Interview date 15 January 2026 Job Description This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven individual to play a central role in growing and developing Netball in Wales. The West Wales Community Development role will be deeply embedded in the day-to-day delivery of the sport, supporting participation in clubs, schools, and leagues and working closely with volunteers, coaches, and officials to enhance player engagement and retention.

The successful candidate will lead on growing and developing schools' netball at Primary and Secondary level as well as inclusive netball provision with identified partners. They will also support workforce development by recruiting and supporting volunteers, coordinating coaching and officiating courses in West Wales. The role will also involve working with a range of stakeholders, including Regional Sports Partnerships, Local Authorities and education trusts to deliver targeted, inclusive programmes to support the development of netball in primary and secondary schools.

This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference. We are committed to harnessing the power of netball to improve lives and build stronger communities. We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic individual to join our team as Community Development Officer for West Wales.

Main Areas of Responsibility

School & Club Engagement

• Lead on the development of schools' netball, supporting workforce development, participation and promoting Wales Netball membership benefits.
• Create and deliver the annual Wales Netball Schools Pack for Primary and Secondary Schools.
• Plan and roll-out projects and pilot programmes targeting underrepresented groups (, older adults, disability engagement, low-income communities, early years).
• Support and engage with Wales Netball affiliated Junior and Senior Netball Leagues within West Wales to promote participation and retention.
• Target schools in areas of high latent demand to facilitate netball delivery through PE and extracurricular programmes.
• Establish and strengthen links between schools and junior clubs to encourage out-of-school participation.

Competition & Event Delivery

• Support Wales Netball’s national competition events including National Clubs, Age Groups and Masters.
• Assist in the coordination of West Wales regional events and programmes.
• Collaborate with local organisations to promote and deliver inclusive school and community festivals and tournaments.

Workforce Development

• Recruit, train, and retain volunteers, coaches, officials, and mentors to support events and programmes.
• Plan and administer coaching and officiating courses within the region.
• Coordinate applied learning placements with FE / HE partners.
• Support development pathways for coaches and umpires through coaching courses and continued professional development.

Projects & Partnerships

• Lead or support regional projects and pilot programmes targeting underrepresented groups (, older adults, low-income communities, early years).
• Collaborate with partners such as Regional Sports Partnerships, Local Authorities, Urdd, StreetGames and other NGBs.

Impact Measurement

• Provide Monthly and Quarterly Progress Reports for Senior Leadership Team and Wales Netball Board.
• Collect and analyse programme impact data in collaboration with the internal Officer responsible for Data and Insights.

Additional

• Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Line Manager and CEO.
• Proactively comply with and promote all organisation policies, in particular those relating to Safeguarding, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health and Data Protection.

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