First Team Kit Coordinator - Travel with the Squad

Crystal Palace Football Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary match day ticket

Health and wellbeing benefit scheme

Travel Season Ticket loan

Holiday allowance: 25 Days

Job summary

Crystal Palace Football Club is seeking an experienced Kit Assistant for the Men's First Team. You will ensure training and matchday kits are organized and presented to the highest standards, travel with the squad, and support kit distribution and maintenance.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, football environment. You will manage kit stock, coordinate with the head kitman, and uphold club policies while traveling with the team to domestic

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within professional football or a sports environment (essential).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and matchdays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all training and matchday kits are prepared, organized and presented to the highest standards.
• Travel with the first team squad to both domestic and European matchdays.
• Ensure all match kit is printed to the highest quality and in line with the relevant competition guidelines.
• Assist with the distribution of kits to players and staff, ensuring individuals have the necessary equipment for training sessions.
• Ensure player and senior staff boots are cleaned and maintained post training and matchday.
• Manage inventory levels of kit supplies and equipment, including liaising with the head kitman to order new items when necessary and maintaining accurate records of stock levels.
• Ensure kit areas and changing rooms are kept to a clean, neat and organised standard.
• Pack and prepare kits for home & away matches, ensuring all required items are included for both players and staff.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and discretion when presented with confidential information.
• Build strong working relationships with both players and staff, ensuring all needs are met when required.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
• Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Experience in football/sports

Job description

Crystal Palace Football Club is seeking an experienced Kit Assistant for the Men's First Team. You will ensure training and matchday kits are organized and presented to the highest standards, travel with the squad, and support kit distribution and maintenance.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, football environment. You will manage kit stock, coordinate with the head kitman, and uphold club policies while traveling with the team to domestic