Training Ground Safety Steward

London City Lionesses; Ditton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

London City Lionesses is seeking a Training Ground Safety Steward to join the operations team at Cobdown Park in Aylesford. You will support players, staff and spectators, help manage crowds and traffic, and help maintain presentations standards across the training ground.

This role requires a proactive, friendly attitude, the ability to stand outdoors for long periods, and a commitment to safeguarding, health and safety.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required — full training provided.
• A great attitude is essential.
• Applicants must be over 18.
• Full uniform provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security across Cobdown Park and support crowd and traffic movement.
• Provide directions, guidance and general enquiries to visitors and players.
• Ensure a high-visibility, professional presence at all times.
• Report issues affecting appearance or safety to the security team.

Job description

Job Title

Training Ground Safety Steward

Department Operations

Direct Reports N/A

Reports to Facilities Manager and Security

Location Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU

Shift Pattern Monday – Friday: 16:30 – 20:30, Weekends: Shifts between 08:00 – 18:00

Level of DBS Enhanced Child Barred List

Role Purpose

Safety Stewards play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, professional and welcoming environment across the London City Lionesses’ high‑performance training ground at Cobdown Park. The role provides a high‑visibility presence, supporting players, staff, visitors and spectators by delivering excellent customer service, assisting with crowd and traffic movement, and upholding the ground’s presentation standards.

What You Will Be Doing

Working alongside the security team, the Safety Steward helps ensure the training ground operates smoothly, safely and in line with club procedures, safeguarding requirements and operational standards. The role provides a consistent, high‑visibility presence across Cobdown Park, supporting the delivery of a professional high‑performance environment.

Safety Stewards deliver a friendly, approachable and professional presence at all times. They support visitors with directions, guidance and general enquiries, ensuring spectators, players and guests feel welcome and well supported while maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Safety Stewards are expected to be confident and proactive when dealing with difficult situations or emergency incidents. They take pride in maintaining a clean, well‑presented site. Duties include litter picking, emptying bins when required, and reporting any issues that affect the appearance or safety of the training ground.

Characteristics

• Passionate about women’s football and women’s sport culture.
• Friendly and approachable with strong customer focus.
• Confident and diplomatic when managing difficult or challenging situations.
• Calm under pressure with good judgement.
• Punctual, reliable and consistent in attendance.
• Well‑presented and professional.
• Team‑oriented and able to work effectively with colleagues and security staff.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while spending most of the working time outdoors.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be over 18.

No previous experience required — full training provided.

A great attitude is essential.

Full uniform will be provided.

Commitment to Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well‑being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities.

All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.