Football Academy Admin & Compliance Lead

Barnsley F.C.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnsley Football Club is seeking an Academy Secretary to play a vital role in the administration and operation of our Academy programme. This role supports player registrations, fixtures, audits, safeguarding, and overall Academy operations within a professional football environment.

You will work closely with the Academy Manager, Club Secretary and coaching staff, coordinating a wide range of activities and acting as the main contact for players, parents and governing bodies.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in professional sport or Academy setting is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a wide range of administrative, compliance and logistical activities for the Academy, including player registrations and fixtures, audits, safeguarding processes and Academy operations.
• Serve as central point of contact for players, parents, governing bodies and external stakeholders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Job description

Barnsley Football Club is seeking an Academy Secretary to play a vital role in the administration and operation of our Academy programme. This role supports player registrations, fixtures, audits, safeguarding, and overall Academy operations within a professional football environment.

You will work closely with the Academy Manager, Club Secretary and coaching staff, coordinating a wide range of activities and acting as the main contact for players, parents and governing bodies.