At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and develop inclusive sports clubs in East Renfrewshire, building strong community relationships.
- Company: Join a friendly team dedicated to making sports accessible for everyone.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a movement that empowers communities through sport and inclusivity.
- Qualifications: Experience in sports environments and a degree in sport or related field preferred.
The predicted salary is between 26103 - 31903 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team in a role that will enable and support strong, sustainable, safe and inclusive sports clubs in East Renfrewshire. As part of this role, you will be responsible for building relationships with club leaders and ensuring sports clubs in East Renfrewshire provide a pathway for people to participate, progress and go on to achieve in sport.
We need someone with a strong background in working across a range of sporting environments and a proven ability to build and maintain productive partnerships that deliver positive outcomes and lasting community impact. You will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of governance and compliance within the sport sector, alongside experience of supporting and enabling volunteers to contribute effectively.
Committed to increasing participation among underrepresented groups, you will have experience of leading and delivering projects in the community from planning through to implementation, ensuring sports clubs are accessible, impactful, and responsive to community needs. Ideally, the successful post holder will also hold a degree level qualification in sport or a related discipline.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It is an offence therefore to apply if you are barred from working with children and protected adults. In addition to this, if you have lived or worked in any country outside the UK in the past 10 years, there may be a requirement for an overseas police check.
Please note – all applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences. Further information can be found here.
Please note - East Renfrewshire Culture Leisure & Trust does not provide Visa sponsorship. References – during your application form completion you must provide details of a minimum of 2 referees, 1 of which should be your most recent or current employer. It is also a requirement that the referees are your previous/current managers and are not the details of work colleagues operating at the same level as you or personal referees. Please note only work email addresses for referees will be accepted.
Additional Information: Please click on the attachments below for full details of this post.
Club Development Officer - ERN06508 employer: EAST RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
East Renfrewshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, employees can enjoy a balanced work-life dynamic while contributing to meaningful community initiatives through the 'A Place to Grow' vision. The Council is committed to fostering an environment where staff can thrive, making it an attractive place for those seeking rewarding employment in the public sector.
