Entry level careers
Careers you can start without previous experience in football.
6 careers
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Digital content creator
Social media executive, content producer, digital content executive
Digital content creators make the videos, photos and posts that fill a club’s social media, website and app.
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Football development officer
Community coach, football participation officer, community trust coach
Football development officers run programmes that get more people playing football, working with schools, community groups and grassroots clubs.
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Football referee
Referee, match official, assistant referee
Referees control matches, apply the Laws of the Game and make sure games are played safely and fairly.
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Groundsperson
Groundsman, grounds keeper, head groundsperson, pitch manager
Groundspeople prepare and look after the pitches at stadiums and training grounds, keeping the grass in perfect condition all season.
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Kit manager
Kit man, kit and equipment manager, kit assistant
Kit managers prepare and look after all the kit and equipment for training and matches, at home and away.
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Scout
Football scout, talent scout, talent identification officer
Scouts watch players live and on video, write reports and recommend players who fit a club’s style, budget and plans.
