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.
Average salary (a year)
£21,000£31,000
StarterExperienced
Starter £21,000 to experienced £31,000
Typical hours (a week)
40 to 50plus match days
You could work
early mornings, evenings and weekendsregularly
How to become a kit manager
You can get into this job through:
Volunteering and work experience
Experience in the game counts. You could start by volunteering.
Many kit managers start by helping with kit at non-league or academy level.
Applying directly
You may be able to apply directly to clubs and organisations.
You can apply directly for kit assistant jobs, which lead to kit manager roles. No formal qualifications are needed.
What it takes
Skills and knowledge
You’ll need:
- organisation and attention to detail
- the ability to work under pressure
- reliability and a flexible approach to hours
- good relationships with players and staff
Restrictions and requirements
You’ll usually need to:
- have a full driving licence for many roles
What you’ll do
Day-to-day tasks
In your day-to-day tasks you could:
- lay out kit for training and matches
- wash, repair and store kit
- order kit and equipment from suppliers
- pack and transport kit to away matches
- make sure kit follows league rules
Working environment
You’ll work in the kit room, changing rooms and on the team bus, with long days on match days.
Career path and progression
You could become head of kit and equipment, or move into team operations.
Current opportunities
1 live kit manager job on Softfootball right now.
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Salaries and hours are typical figures for the UK and vary by club, league, location and experience. Last updated November 14, 2026.