The Club is currently seeking exceptional Stewards to work on matchdays/major events on a casual basis at Emirates Stadium. You will operate as an ambassador for the Club and provide a best in class service in order to enhance the fan and customer experience, whilst ensuring safety and security standards are maintained at all times.
Suitable candidates should be smart, friendly and confident when dealing with members of the public.
Responsibilities will include:
Successful applicants on a casual worker basis must be able to demonstrate the following:
Please note successful applicants will be required to undergo a vetting and checking process, including RTW, DBS check and reference checks.
**** Cut off for applicants for our next assessment centre was 14th March 2019. If you applied after this date, we will be in contact in due course with a date.
Next assessment centre is TBC
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
Role Title: Arsenal Gap Year Volunteer Coach
Location: Arsenal Hub and Worldwide
Remuneration: Voluntary
Arsenal in the Community is dedicated to improving the lives of our local community through the delivery of various programmes across sports, education, health and social inclusion. These programmes embrace a wide variety of community involvement and they are delivered and received with the same energy and commitment today as when they started over thirty years ago.
Through the Arsenal Gap Year Programme, volunteers are given the opportunity of a truly unique experience gaining key employability and life skills, whilst representing the Club both in London and around the world.
The programme is based around the following structure:
Stage 1 is based in London at the Arsenal Community Hub, and lasts five months. This stage provides training and development opportunities for our 'Gappers' including coaching qualifications, First Aid, Safeguarding and TEFL courses. 'Gappers' are then placed within PE departments in local schools to build their coaching experience.
Stage 2 gives our 'Gappers' the opportunity to travel abroad to coach at one of our community programmes around the world for a period of up to four months. 'Gappers' also have the choice to remain in London if they do not wish to travel abroad.
Successful applicants onto the programme would need to be over the age of eighteen at the start of the programme. This is a development programme - a successful applicant will have a willingness to learn and a desire to improve their leadership skills in order to gain most from the experience.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist with the planning and delivery of first-class coaching at designated projects using the Arsenal in the Community philosophies and training methods.
-Support the Session Lead of the group you are allocated to, ensuring all appropriate policies and procedures from the Club or those of any host organisation are adhered to.
-Liaise with teachers and parents/guardians in a professional manner, directing questions to an appropriate person of authority at Arsenal in the Community and/or any host organisation.
-Assist with the delivery of curriculum time PE sessions in school placement.
-Lead extra-curricular football sessions at school placement.
-Liaise with PE staff with regards to all aspects of school placement.
-Ensuring the venue and equipment are left in good order.
-Completing and submitting any necessary documentation following a session or event, including registers and the recording of incidents or information that Arsenal in the Community and/or the host organisation should be made aware of.
-Ensure the health and safety of all sessions.
-Attend and be prepared to participate in the required Coach Education training sessions and Development Reviews with the Project Coordinator(s) when requested.
-Ensure all documentation is provided in a timely manner for enrolment onto the programme, as well as for all UK and overseas placements, courses or other needs as requested by the Project Coordinator(s).
-Complete any additional tasks set by the Project Coordinator(s).
-Support other Arsenal in the Community projects where appropriate.
Education/Qualifications/Training:
The Arsenal Gap Year Programme is open to everyone, from school leavers to those wanting a career break.
Desired Experience:
Skills/Knowledge/Interests:
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
Please note, this is a voluntary role and you have until 11.59pm on Friday 14th June 2019 to apply for this vacancy
Arsenal Football Club's Stadium Management department is responsible for all operational aspects of Emirates Stadium, the Club's Hertfordshire training facility, the club's Academy in north London and its headquarters located at Highbury House.
The team's work includes security, stewarding, property and facilities management and all matters relating to supporters', staff and visitors' health and safety.
The primary purpose of this role is to work as part of a team in the maintenance and general upkeep of the Arsenal Training Centre at London Colney.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance of the amenity landscapes, including hand and ride on cutting of grass, strimming around trees, sprinklers, hand digging borders, gardening such as disposing of cuttings and debris, hand weeding sensitive areas around plants where chemical control is not permitted etc
Tractor and trailer work when carrying out jobs
Wide use of machinery in renovation of grass areas, such as use of turf cutters, edgers, scarification, seeding, stone buriers and seeders
Pedestrian and ride on grass cutters on football pitches and surrounds
Watering plants and other associated areas with hand held equipment
Assisting in the renovation of pitches using equipment associated with this process e.g. tractor and trailer work, sand spreading
Marking out pitches
Helping out with deliveries, manual handling of bags of sand, sand soil, fertilizer bags and seed bags ranging from 20-25kg
Cleaning equipment stores and associated wash down areas
Ad hoc duties as and when required
Main Job Requirements and Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training:
Obtained an NVQ level 2 or above in green keeping and groundsmanship, or equivalent.
Spraying certificates PA1, 2 and 6 is desirable but not essential
Specific Experience:
Previous experience of using a wide range of turf care equipment. For example cylinder mowers, a wide range of renovation equipment, as well as hedge cutters, strimmers and all equipment associated with amenity landscapes etc
Previous experience in all aspects of grounds keeping for both playing surfaces and amenity landscapes
Prior experience of carrying out other duties in relation to the general upkeep of a training facility
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to work not only as part of a team as well as be able to use own initiative
Demonstrate a good understanding of the latest health and safety legislation especially when using equipment
Mechanical knowledge, such as dealing mower breakdowns and routine maintenance on equipment and routine maintenance of equipment
Flexible but professional attitude in carrying out other duties and tasks relating to the general maintenance of the training ground
Meticulous approach to work when attention to detail is essential
Good communication skills when dealing with members of staff along with coaching staff
A passion or empathy with sport/sports entertainment
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Business Strategy department works with the Club's senior leadership team to set Club strategy and manage high-priority projects. The team is a resource available to all departments but is focused on strategic issues and opportunities that are deemed to be most important to the Club.
The Business Strategy department has a particular focus on supporting the Partnership Development and Partner Services teams because of the strategic importance of these departments to the Club. The Partnership Development team is focused on attracting new partners/sponsors and the Partner Services team manages the relationships with existing partners/sponsors.
JOB PURPOSE
The Partnership Strategy Manager will support the Head of Business Strategy in delivering key projects and workstreams primarily on behalf of the Partnership Development and Partner Services teams. This will involve leading new strategic initiatives to improve the Club's partnership offering, and measuring and reporting on the performance of current partnerships.
The role is focused on providing actionable insights and strategic analysis to inform partnerships strategy and new partner discussions. There is a significant focus on measuring the success of current partnerships to ensure partners are delivering against their objectives. There will also be regular involvement in broader Business Strategy projects with an emphasis on Commercial strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage key projects focused on driving improvements to the Club's partnerships offering and processes from conception to delivery
Take full ownership of the production and delivery of insights to assist the Partnership Development and Partner Services teams
Provide research, insight, benchmarking, due diligence and analysis on strategic projects as directed by the Head of Business Strategy
Drive a step-change in the Club's partnerships measurement programme
Manage the Club's partnerships research budget by developing the seasonal strategy and liaising with relevant suppliers
Act as the Club's authority regarding marketing effectiveness, both internally and externally
Proactively source new projects by maintaining a productive working relationship with the Partnerships teams
Take ownership of strategy projects beyond partnerships when required
Match/Event responsibilities and organisation
No direct responsibilities; hosting guests as needed
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
University level (Bachelor), minimum 2:1 degree or equivalent preferred
Advanced user of Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel and Apple Keynote
Experience of working with data visualisation software (e.g. Tableau) preferred
Specific Experience:
Experience in management consultancy, in-house brand/sport consultancy or research agency
Demonstrable experience of managing strategic projects in a brand environment
Demonstrable experience of using insights to shape decision-making
Experience of brand tracking and KPI reporting
Strong and credible presentational skills, having presented to senior management
Experience of managing research projects preferable
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to evaluate business opportunities and deconstruct business problems with analytic rigour and strategic clarity
Ability to proactively source projects and develop practical implementation strategies, outlining how a new proposition would best be taken to market and implemented by the Club
A committed and resourceful team member who provides and is sought out for high-value opinions and recommendations
Self-starter with motivational and interpersonal skills who can work effectively and establish relationships both internally and externally across all levels
Strong organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to present his or her views in a precise and compelling manner
Hunger to learn and thrives on supporting a range of commercial and operational projects, demonstrating flexibility
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Business Strategy department works with the Club's senior leadership team to set Club strategy and manage high-priority projects. The team is a resource available to all departments but is focused on strategic issues and opportunities that are deemed to be most important to the Club.
The Business Strategy department has a particular focus on supporting the Partnership Development and Partner Services teams because of the strategic importance of these departments to the Club. The Partnership Development team is focused on attracting new partners/sponsors and the Partner Services team manages the relationships with existing partners/sponsors.
JOB PURPOSE
The Partnership Strategy Manager will work with the Head of Business Strategy to deliver key projects and workstreams in support of the Partnership Development and Partner Services teams.
The role will involve leading a significant new initiative to develop the Club's partnership offering whilst also measuring and reporting on the performance of existing initiatives and activations. The role represents an opportunity to evolve the Club's brand strategy whilst ensuring creativity and effectiveness in our Partnership Development and Services processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage projects relating to brand strategy with a focus on developing creative ideas for prospective partner activations
Take a lead role in reporting back to current partners on partnership performance, by inputting to end of season reporting and developing case studies to input to pitch presentations
Develop and present concepts for prospective partner categories/industries
Proactively source new projects by building strong working relationships with Partnership Development and Partner Services teams
Proactively source and present best practice regarding brand strategy
Take ownership of strategic projects beyond partnerships when required
Match/Event responsibilities and organisation
No direct responsibilities; hosting guests as needed
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
University level (Bachelor), minimum 2:1 degree or relevant industry experience
Advanced user of Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
Specific Experience:
Experience in brand management, marketing, strategy or consulting role
Demonstrable experience of managing brand marketing or strategy projects and/or campaigns with proven results in brand uplift, perception change or effectiveness
Strong and credible presentation skills, having presented to senior stakeholders
Proven track record of using insights to shape decision-making regarding campaigns
Demonstrable experience of using insights as part of pitch presentations
Experience of brand tracking and KPI reporting
Solid understanding of the briefing process and experience of producing briefs to creative and marketing agencies on behalf of a brand
Client-facing experience in an agency or brand role, working with brand and marketing managers
Experience of managing research projects preferable or ability to feedback on insights and apply to development of case studies
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to evaluate business opportunities and deconstruct business problems with analytic rigour and strategic clarity
Ability to proactively source projects and develop practical implementation strategies, outlining how a new proposition would best be taken to market and implemented by the club
A committed and resourceful team member who provides and is sought out for high-value opinions and recommendations
Self-starter with motivational and interpersonal skills who can work effectively and establish relationships both internally and externally across all levels
Strong organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to present his or her views in a precise and compelling manner
Hunger to learn and thrives on supporting a range of commercial and operational projects, demonstrating flexibility
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the preparation and running of the Emirates Stadium and wider facilities at other locations for all events and functions. Department remit includes property and facilities management, spectator safety at events, wider Health and Safety matters.
JOB PURPOSE
To liaise with the current Boreham Wood groundstaff in the day to day maintenance and the general upkeep of the Boreham Wood Playing surface.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Effective management of all grounds activities to consistently achieve the recognized standards and availability to satisfy both the Club and its end users (e.g. coaches, players etc) requirements.
Seek to improve and innovate more efficient ways of working and utilizing the facilities.
Assist the Grounds Manager in the management of the surface for the end user.
Implementation and monitoring of weekly, monthly and annual maintenance programs to ensure the required standard of surface presentation and use.
Be fully knowledgeable of the Health and Safety regulations in the area of responsibility.
Possess a thorough understanding of legislation relating to chemicals and dangerous substances. Promote safe working practices at all times.
Manage and check facilities, plant, buildings and equipment to ensure safe working practices and Health and Safety legislation compliance.
Provide effective materials and machinery management to ensure all equipment is correctly stored, maintained and serviced.
Conduct basic risk assessments, assist in developing contingency plans and be able to respond to emergencies. Actively promote safe practices of self and others. Respond to emergencies by using emergency equipment and calling assistance.
Support the efficient use of resources. Gather and record information to develop trend data and analyse past usage. Make recommendations for improving the best use of resources and the playing surfaces.
Wide use of machinery in renovation of grass areas - use of turf cutters, edgers, scarification, and seeders
Grass cutting and strimming around landscaped areas
Pedestrian and ride on grass cutting equipment on football pitches and surrounds
Marking out pitches
Application of fertilisers and chemicals using tractor mounted and pedestrian equipment.
Assisting in the renovation of pitches using equipment associated with this process e.g. tractor and trailer work, sand spreading
Helping out with deliveries, manual handling of bags of sand, sand soil, fertilizer bags, seed bags ranging from 20-25kg
Cleaning equipment stores and associated washdown areas
Cleaning and maintaining goal posts, replacing nets etc
Aeration work
Pitch repair duties
Ad hoc duties as and when required.
Match/Event responsibilities and organisation
Working Arsenal fixtures and events held at the Boreham Wood stadium,
Hours of Work
This role requires individuals to work flexibly. There may be some evening and weekend work required.
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Arsenal Women Football Club is one of the most successful female football clubs in the history of the women's game. It prides itself on maintaining high standards and delivering excellence.
When coaching in a community & development setting, the aim of Arsenal Women FC is to inspire every young girl to love the game. Built on high standards and coaching excellence, Arsenal Women deliver on a variety of coaching programmes, engaging with girls from the age of 5 to adult football. Arsenal Women FC is looking for an inspirational and motivated person to become part of the consultant coaching team and make a difference in the development of girl's football.
JOB PURPOSE
To deliver coaching sessions as part of the Sister Club, Sister School & Player Development Programmes.
The successful candidate will also be required to deliver and lead Arsenal Women School Assemblies and coach within other football projects in Primary & Secondary Schools, as well as deliver on Arsenal Women Holiday Sessions.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing and delivering coaching sessions across a variety of programmes, and support the overall development of Arsenal Women FC.
The role reports to the Development Officer on a consultancy basis, and the level of work required depends on the demands on the programme. Work will take place in counties in a 90 minute travelling distance of AL2 1DR
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for planning, delivering and reviewing coaching sessions built around The FA 4 corner model for player development for Arsenal Women community delivery, including Sister Schools, Primary, Secondary and after school delivery, the Player Development Prorgamme, Sister Clubs & Holiday Sessions
Ensure high standards of coach delivery to support the LTPD of all players, including supporting home learning tasks for players and relevant communication with parents
To work closely with the Development Officer to ensure high standards of coaching delivery and player support within the Player Development Programme
To liaise when appropriate with the RTC Technical Director around player referrals
To attend and contribute towards consultant coach meetings & CPD as required
To ensure that all relevant information is recorded on internal & external data monitoring systems
Further responsibilities
To be familiar with the player development pathway and be able to appropriately signpost players to the best playing opportunity for them
To assist in ongoing talent identification and attend annual trials and tournaments
Be familiar with Safeguarding requirements as outlined in the Safeguarding Policy and comply with its requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
To work closely with the Development Officer and RTC Technical Director on all relevant issues
The candidate should be flexible in regards to working hours, and have availability to support at least one player development programme session per week.
To be aware of the club values of Arsenal FC
To attend games, tours and international trips for the club as required
To be aware of current trends and best practice in Youth Development and the Women's game
To attend at least 5 hours recognised CPD each year to remain an active FA Licensed Coaches Club Member
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
FA Level 1 (Essential) working towards FA Level 2 (Desirable)
FA Youth Award Module 1 or Level 2 Block 1 (Essential), and working towards Module 2 & 3 (FA Youth Award desirable)
Current FA Licensed Coaches Club Member (Essential)
Up to date FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (Essential) and / or FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid I Football (Desirable)
Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues including holding a current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate
An accepted FA Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure (previously known as an FA CRB Disclosure)
Education, teaching or coaching (Desirable)
Specific Experience:
Experience of and a passion for coaching young players
Ability to enthuse, inspire and communicate with young players, creating a positive learning environment
Experience of mentoring and developing other coaches
Understanding of the FA Women's and Girls' player pathway
Understanding of the FA Women's and Girls' 2017 - 2020 strategy
Understanding of the benefits of Futsal as a development tool
An understanding and implications of Long Term Player Development
Experience and understanding of child development
Experience and understanding of appropriate teaching & coaching methods
Willingness to work weekends
Ability to travel independently
Ability to work on one's own initiative and as part of a team
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of the overall Women's Talent Pathway in England.
A dynamic, confident communicator (verbal, written) whilst able to adapt style and approach as and when required
Attention to detail and excellent organization skills are required to support the development of short, medium and long term training plans
Full understanding of successful practice and operations of Arsenal Women FC.
Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.