Social Inclusion Manager

Burnley FC in the Community; Burnley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service holiday

Health and wellbeing services

Death in service benefit

Match tickets

Holiday/camps discounts

Gym membership discount

Learning and development

Staff benefits & discounts

Job summary

Burnley FC in the Community is recruiting a Social Inclusion Manager for the Health & Wellbeing department. Based at Turf Moor, you will oversee a portfolio of community programmes across Burnley, Pendle and East Lancashire, delivering high-quality projects and ensuring alignment with funding and organisational goals.

You will lead a team of staff and volunteers, build partnerships, monitor KPIs and secure external funding.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing diverse teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Experience and understanding of social inclusion, community engagement, youth engagement, and/or equality, diversity and inclusion within sport, charity or community sectors.
• Experience of coordinating, developing and delivering community-based programmes and projects.
• Experience of preparing, writing and presenting programme reports to a high standard.
• Experience of leading and/or supporting monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritise workloads and meet competing demands.
• Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships within multi-agency environments.
• Experience of monitoring, managing and achieving programme KPIs.
• Experience of collecting, analysing and presenting programme data, evidence and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a number of existing programmes in the Community Welfare and Inclusion department.
• Work on expanding impact, strengthening engagement, and building meaningful connections in the community.
• Work closely with key stakeholders to promote community offers.
• Proactively develop links and partnerships with local organisations and diverse groups.
• Manage relationships with strategic partners and stakeholders across East Lancashire and Nationally.
• Represent Burnley FC in the Community on multi-agency meetings and panels.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Community engagement

Monitoring & evaluation

Funding applications

Partnership development

Job description

Job Title: Social Inclusion Manager

Department: Health & Wellbeing

Location: Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX and the surrounding areas across Burnley and Pendle

Salary: £29,000 - £33,500 per annum

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 1st October 2027

Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri) with occasional evening and/or weekend work

Closing Date: Friday, 11th September

About Us:

Burnley FC in the Community (BFCitC) is the award-winning official charity of Burnley Football Club. Driven by our mission to empower, connect and inspire people to thrive, we deliver life-changing programmes and services that make a lasting difference across Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Ribble Valley and West Yorkshire.

Through the power of football and the strength of our communities, we support thousands of people of all ages each year to improve their health, wellbeing, education and life opportunities. Our passionate and dedicated team works across a wide range of projects, creating positive change where it is needed most.

We believe Burnley and the surrounding areas are home to exceptional people and vibrant communities. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact while working for an ambitious, values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of something bigger.

Why Join Us?

At Burnley FC in the Community, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. You'll join a supportive and ambitious team that is passionate about creating positive change, while benefiting from opportunities for professional development.

About the Role:

This role is responsible for overseeing and developing programmes across Burnley FC in the Community’s busy and diverse Community Welfare and Inclusion department, delivering high-quality projects, interventions and sessions across Burnley, Pendle and East Lancashire. Using the power and influence of sport, the postholder will support positive and lasting change for under-represented, disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals and communities, helping to improve wellbeing, engagement and life opportunities.

The postholder will lead the day-to-day coordination, delivery and strategic development of a portfolio of community programmes, ensuring they are impactful, well-managed and aligned to organisational objectives and funding requirements. They will provide leadership and support to a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, whilst working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to maximise community impact, strengthen partnerships and enhance the reach of Burnley FC in the Community's services.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme Delivery & Development

• To oversee a number of existing programmes in the Community Welfare and Inclusion department.
• To work on expanding impact, strengthening engagement, and building meaningful connections in the community.
• To work closely with key stakeholders to promote community offers.

Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• To proactively develop links and partnerships with local organisations and diverse groups with a view to working collaboratively and collectively.
• Working closely with the Deputy CEO and key statutory and charity organisations in the Burnley and Pendle area to identify individual and network beneficiaries.
• To manage and build relationships with key strategic partners and stakeholders across East Lancashire and Nationally.

Performance, Monitoring & Reporting

• To represent Burnley FC in the Community on multi-agency meetings and panels.
• Working closely with Senior staff to monitor engagement metrics and track social value data.
• Promote Burnley FC in the Community in community settings across Burnley, Pendle and East Lancashire to ensure a diverse range of participants attend programmes, and the projects achieve their Key Performance Indicators.

Funding & Financial Management

• To liaise with the marketing department regularly to ensure programmes are promoted accordingly through varied methodologies.
• Assist the Deputy CEO to secure external funding through a range of sources, including writing funding applications and being aware of commissioning opportunities.
• To work with the Deputy CEO to support the budget for all Social Inclusion programmes, ensuring budget is correctly planned.
• To adhere to programmes of funding standards, monitor and communicate progress to the relevant parties.

People Management & Leadership

• To line manage staff working on programmes including conducting appraisals, return to work and welfare and wider people management responsibilities.

Community Engagement & Promotion

• To liaise with the marketing department regularly to ensure programmes are promoted accordingly through varied methodologies.

General

• To understand and implement theCharity’s Safeguarding policy,procedures,and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices,appropriate reportingofconcernsand contribute positively to a safe environment.
• To beabletoworkflexible hourswheretheroleof the job requires. You may be required to work the occasional match day which may fall on a weekend or evening.
• To work towards agreedobjectives.
• Comply withallCharitypolicies.
• Promote the Burnley FCin the Communitybrand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.
• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and whenrequiredto promote best practice.
• Hold acommitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.
• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.
• AlwaysdemonstratetheCharity’s values which are: Resilient, Inclusive, Integrity and Passion.

About You:

To be successful within this role, you will have:

• Experience of managing diverse teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Experience and understanding of social inclusion, community engagement, youth engagement, and/or equality, diversity and inclusion within the sport, charity or community sectors.
• Experience of coordinating, developing and delivering community-based programmes and projects.
• Experience of preparing, writing and presenting programme reports to a high standard.
• Experience of leading and/or supporting monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritise workloads and meet competing demands.
• Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships within multi-agency environments.
• Experience of monitoring, managing and achieving programme Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Experience of collecting, analysing and presenting programme data, evidence and outcomes.

• Effectively allocates and manages resources to achieve objectives and deliver results.
• Communicates openly, clearly and persuasively, adapting style to the audience.
• Provides clear leadership and direction to support team success.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships across the organisation and with external partners.
• Demonstrates a creative approach to improving performance, developing new ideas and responding to changing needs.

What We Are Looking For:

We're looking for a proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive difference within our communities. You will bring a positive, can-do attitude, a strong sense of personal responsibility, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will be reliable, organised, and conscientious, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will demonstrate resilience when facing challenges, take initiative to solve problems, and remain focused on achieving objectives and meeting performance targets.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is committed, supportive, and driven by a genuine desire to help others, embodying the values and ambitions of Burnley FC in the Community.

What We Offer:

• Generous long service holiday scheme
• Free health and wellbeing services
• Death in service benefit
• Subsidised Burnley FC match tickets
• Discounted holiday and activity camps
• Discounted gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to additional staff benefits and discounts

Please email [e-mail] to request a copy of the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Safeguarding Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold our safeguarding responsibilities.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be met by the Charity.

In line with statutory safeguarding guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search may be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, appropriate safeguarding checks, and an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation background.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates who require support at any stage of the recruitment process.

Armed Forces Covenant Statement

Burnley FC in the Community proudly supports veterans, reservists, service leavers, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.

We recognise the valuable skills, experiences, and qualities that military personnel bring to the workplace and are committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community as part of our ongoing support of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Mental Health Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across the organisation.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees feel able to seek support, discuss wellbeing openly, and access appropriate resources when needed. We recognise the importance of both physical and mental health and are dedicated to helping our people thrive both personally and professionally.