Chelsea Works Officer

JOB TITLE:
Chelsea Works Officer (Premier League Inspires)

DEPARTMENT:
Education & Innovation, Foundation

LOCATION:
Stamford Bridge (with regular delivery at educational establishments throughout the week)

CONTRACT:
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, permanent

Closing date: 31st October

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

JOB FUNCTION:
To deliver on various programmes as part of the Chelsea Works strand including Premier League Inspires, creating life-changing opportunities for young people that will empower them to develop personal, social, employability and life-skills, through face-to-face group sessions, workshops and social action projects.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (Play Your Part):

• To deliver the Chelsea Works programme including the 'Premier League Inspires' programme to schools, and other educational settings across a range of boroughs.
• To plan and deliver engaging activities for participants across Chelsea Works targeted provision including the PL Inspires' programme.
• To collaborate with the Chelsea Works team, producing exciting and innovative content for targeted groups and those who may be hard to reach.
• To ensure that all data, monitoring and evaluation is captured and inputted onto data management systems.
• To be an inspiring role model, creating a safe, positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children and young people to learn.
• To undertake any other Foundation activities that may be required in addition to the role.

MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE (Here to Win):

• To recruit, develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including schools, colleges, local authorities, voluntary sector organisations and funders.
• To regularly quality assure and monitor the programme to ensure all objectives and KPIs are being achieved.
• To achieve weekly and monthly targets as set out by the Senior Chelsea Works Officer.
• To attend regular team and organisation meetings reporting key performance achievements/areas for improvement.
• To understand the Chelsea FC Digital Intelligence Framework and ensure that it is demonstrated across provision.
• To demonstrate the ability to drive and innovate new and existing opportunities individually and as part of a dynamic team.
• To be an active member of the Premier League Inspires CCO Network and other relevant programme networks, sharing regular updates and examples of best practice.
• Ensure success stories are captured through working with Chelsea FC Foundation/Chelsea FC media staff.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

Qualifications:

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in the industry sector
• Minimum NGB Level 2 Sport Coaching Qualification, FA Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Certificates.

Desirable

• Level 2 Youth related qualification.
• Tutor Qualifications.
• HLTA Qualification or equivalent

Experience:

Essential

• A knowledge and understanding of targeted programmes and other related activities.
• Experience of delivering sessions to children and young people in primary and secondary school settings.
• Ability to manage own timetable, meet multiple deadlines and work flexible hours, which may include evenings and school holidays.

Desirable

• Experience and/or knowledge of local primary and secondary schools.
• Experience of working on data inputting and working with a data inputting system.
• Knowledge of adhering to GDPR.
• Knowledge of Chelsea FC Foundation.
• Previous involvement within a Football Club's Foundation, or other relevant charitable experience.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.

Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.

This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time according to the changing needs of the Club.