Kit Assistant

Kick It Out; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football organization is seeking a reliable Kit Assistant to support their teams. The role involves organizing training and matchday kits, liaising with various stakeholders, and ensuring high standards in kit preparation. This full-time position offers a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday, increasing with service

Access to rewards platform and wellbeing centre

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training and CPD opportunities

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Full valid UK driving license is essential.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and distributing training and matchday kits.
• Liaising effectively with players and staff.
• Managing the washing and preparation of kits.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Job Title: Kit Assistant

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Hours: 40 hours per week, worked over 5 days out of 7 according to the kit team rota.

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline: 28th May 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football globally while embracing our Sussex community spirit. Our core commitments include high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable and organized Kit Assistant to support our Men’s and Women’s teams. Your responsibilities will include organizing and distributing training and matchday kits, printing names and numbers, and managing the washing and preparation of kits to a high standard. This role involves liaising effectively with players, staff, parents, scouts, coaches, and senior managers. A full valid UK driving license is essential as the role involves driving.

Our Values

Our values guide how we connect with our community, fans, partners, and sponsors. We embody these principles in all aspects of our work.

Benefits

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Access to a rewards platform, wellbeing centre, and more
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets, including free WSL tickets for 2024/25
• In-house training and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts from partners and local businesses

Our Commitment to EDI

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Safeguarding

We prioritize safeguarding and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

Additional Requirements

This position is UK-based and requires proof of right to live and work in the UK. All offers are conditional upon background checks, including DBS and reference verification. We do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.