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      Masters Placement Academy Performance Coach/1st Team Sport Scientist
      Job Location      Academy Training Ground BR3 1NZ
      Package              Fee’s Funded Masters by Research (UK Rate)
      Deadline              18th April 2025
      Who we are:
      We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites – our London office, Selhurst Park stadium and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.
      We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.
      Placement overview:
      • Full-time Masters by Research enrolment with student placement.
      • 12 – 18 hours per week – some evening and weekend attendance required.
      • Master’s tuition fees paid by Crystal Palace at UK rate.
      • Start date: July 2024
      • The primary research location will be at Crystal Palace Football Club Academy (BR31NZ) or 1st team training grounds (BR3 1RJ).
      Crystal Palace Football Club (1st Team and Academy) are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals who are looking to develop themselves as a performance coach or sport scientist and undertake a Masters by Research to enhance the performance department services.
      This is the ideal role for someone who is looking to enhance their ability as a coach or sport scientist whilst also developing industry relevant research skills. The role will be a highly challenging and rewarding role which will give the candidate a great insight into what a full-time role within Academy or 1st team football looks like.
      Crystal Palace Football Club is proud of its role in developing performance practitioners to develop youth footballers through the funded MRes pathway. 12/12 students have secured full-time roles within 9 different clubs since commencement of the programme.
      Practical Experience and Learning:
      • Delivery of pitch and gym-based sessions to U9 – U16 teams
      • Assisting with U18 – U21 sessions
      • Learn to create and interpret GPS reports with the Professional Development Phase players.
      • Collate data using wellbeing questionnaires and RPE’s to create subjective training reports which you will present daily to coaching staff.
      • Conduct a range of physical tests in line with Premier League requirements as well as additional testing.
      • Create session plans to be delivered to U9 – U16 groups and reviewing these with staff.
      • Take part in regular internal and external CPD as well as completing a Coaching Competency Framework that allows development of key areas of coaching which are essential to progress within the Academy performance department.
      • Develop applied research, writing and data analysis skills that inform innovation in practice.
      • Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.
      Role Requirements:
      • 2:1 or higher in a relevant discipline.
      • Interest in researching a topic within Academy football.
      • Experience of delivering athletic development sessions to youth athletes.
      • Experience of coaching or playing football.
      • Experience or willingness to learn data analysis environments (e.g., R Studio, Power BI)
      • A willingness to learn in an environment which is full of challenges.
      Please note, international students require IELTS 7.0, with a score no lower than 6.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification, at the point of application. The funding for fee’s is for at the UK rate (£5,800), and so international students would require additional supplement for MRes international fees (additional £11,700).
      Recruitment process
      Round One: Application and shortlisting.
      Round Two: Practical interview at Crystal Palace Football Club Academy (if successful provisional offer subject to academic clearance).
      Round Three: Submission of research application and firm offer (if successful).
      Research Proposal Guidance
      Please consider and choose one of the following project areas and associated reading. Develop a 1000-word research proposal, that includes an abstract, review of literature, identification of clear research questions and research methods to answer the intended research question. Further guidance is provided below.
      Key areas research areas: rehabilitation, training load monitoring (internal/external load) of training drills, training weeks or during player injury rehabilitation, testing (physical testing, fatigue testing influence of growth and maturation), training methods (high intensity interval training; velocity-based training).
      Guidance to submitting research proposal:
      We would normally expect the research proposal to include the following:
      • An abstract of no more than 200 words outlining the design of the research, including a clear statement of the proposed contribution to knowledge that will be made by the work: details should be in the proposal itself but should also be summarised in the abstract. The abstract is in addition to the proposal and so does not count in relation to the word limit on the proposal.
      • Some evidence of familiarity with relevant literature and the place of the proposed research within a body of existing work: in designing research it is important to do so considering existing work on the topic. The proposal should show a familiarity with relevant literature, the ability to critically evaluate that literature and the ability to identify gaps in existing research. It should not simply be a report on what others have said on the topic or the research that they have completed. Rather, it should show your ability to identify patterns in existing research, evaluate those as points of departure for new research, and place your proposed research within the context of that work.
      • A clear statement of research questions and, where appropriate (but only where appropriate), hypotheses: the proposal should also indicate the relationship between the research question and the methods of data collection and analysis that have been designed to address it. In addition, one might expect some discussion of how existing work in the relevant field relates to, and influences, the research questions.
      • A rationale for any theoretical choices made in designing the research.
      • A rationale for the methodological choices made in designing the research.
      • Where relevant, details of the methods of data collection and the nature of that data, plus an account of the rationale for the choice of those methods.
      • Where relevant, details of the methods of data analysis, plus an account of the rationale for the choice of those methods.
      • Where appropriate, brief discussion of the primary ethical issues raised by the design of the research, along with an indication of how those issues might best be addressed.
      Our commitment to Equality
      At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.
      We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.
      Reasonable Adjustment
      We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

      <br> If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [DLO@cpfc.co.uk](mailto:DLO@cpfc.co.uk) (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact [cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk](mailto:cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk)). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

      Safeguarding
      Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

      How to apply?

      As part of your application, you will need to submit:
      • CV and cover letter as one file (PDF Format)
      • A research proposal that should not exceed 1,000 words – see detailed guidance on writing your research proposal above – Please submit this under the Cover Letter (Support Statement) Section of the application form.
      • Two academic referees
      Click HERE to submit your application

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      Groundskeeper

      Job Location: CPFC Academy  Stadium

      Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time

      Salary: £25,642.5 + 10% discretionary annual bonus

      Who we are:

      We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than a century of proud history. Spread across three different sites – our London office, Selhurst Park stadium and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.

      We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.

      About this role:

      Crystal Palace Football Club Academy are looking for a Grounds person to assist in the Club’s pitch maintenance programme and to ensure the delivery of an excellent playing surface at Selhurst Park Stadium, the Training Ground in Beckenham and the Academy grounds.

      Responsibilities:

      • Carrying out grounds maintenance works to the training pitches, stadium pitch and associated grounds and facilities as instructed, to a satisfactory standard.
      • Undertaking maintenance of grass areas hedgerows, trees and shrubs.
      • Operating machinery and equipment associated with sports pitch and grounds maintenance as instructed.
      • Ensuring the machinery and equipment is used correctly and kept clean, and when not in use put back to appropriate storage locations.
      • Preparing to work at the Club’s facilities and other leisure sites as hours and day shifts require, these can include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
      • Representing the Club in a professional manner. This is a high-profile role; therefore, you must present with a clean and smart appearance at all times. Club uniform and PPE will be provided by the Club which must be worn on duty.
      • Attending industry training courses as instructed by the Head of Maintenance and Facilities and the Pitch and Grounds Manager to maintain and develop the technical skills required for the post.
      • Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager
      • Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

      Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

      • Experience in working on professional sports pitches or amenity horticulture

      • Competent level of numeracy and literacy

      • PA1, 2a and 6 spraying certificates

      • Excellent communication skills

      • Qualified with an NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management or equivalent qualification

      • Detail Orientated

      • Able to work effectively in a team

      • Flexible with regards to your working hours

      Benefits:

      • Complimentary match day ticket

      • Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app

      • Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme

      • 20% Discount in our Retail Stores

      • Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice

      • Travel Season Ticket loan

      • Holiday allowance that increases every year of service

      Our commitment to Equality

      At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.

      We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

      Reasonable Adjustments

      If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact DLO@cpfc.co.uk (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact recruitment@cpfc.co.uk). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

      Safeguarding

      Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be subject to any relevant security checks as required.

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      Physiotherapist - Womens First Team

      Job Location      Academy Training Ground BR3 1NZ

      Contract Type    Full-time

      Salary/ ROP       Competitive

      Deadline              20th April 2025

      Who we are:

      We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites – our London office, Selhurst Park stadium and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.

      Founded in 1992 as Crystal Palace Ladies F.C., the Eagles turned semi-professional in 2018 and joined the Women’s Championship, starting to play as ‘Crystal Palace F.C.’ the following summer. In 2023/24, the team ushered in a new era by welcoming new leadership, a new head coach, a new captain, and a new home ground in South London, Sutton United’s VBS Community Stadium. The following season, they won the Women’s Championship and, with it, the chance to play in the Women’s Super League for the very first time.

      We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.

      About this role:

      Crystal Palace FC Women's Team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Physiotherapist to join our team. You will be a key member of the medical department providing high-quality physiotherapy services to the CPFCW First Team. In collaboration with the medical team you will assist with providing treatment, the delivery of rehabilitation and injury prevention programmes, the coordination of the medical services on match days and organising and implementing screening programmes, where required.

      You must be able to collaborate within a multidisciplinary high-performance team environment and flexible enough to adapt to any team schedule changes. You will be required to travel with the performance team to support our elite players through competitive fixtures, both home and away.

      Responsibilities:

      • Provide medical care and injury rehabilitation of all players on the team.
      • Develop and implement injury prevention strategies to minimise the risk of injuries during training and games.
      • Work with our medical team to evaluate and diagnose injuries and provide appropriate medical treatment and rehabilitation plans.
      • Work with the coaching staff to develop individualized injury recovery plans for injured players.
      • Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all players and provide regular reports on the status of injured players on WPS.
      • Collaborate with the coaching staff to develop and implement conditioning and fitness programs that help prevent injuries and improve player performance.
      • Ensure that all medical equipment and supplies are maintained in good condition and available when needed.
      • Provide medical cover for every Women’s first team fixture (including away travel).
      • Accompanying players to medical appointments as required.
      • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in sports medicine and injury management and incorporate them into the team's practices.
      • Working with a full spectrum of injuries you would expect in a women’s professional football club
      • Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
      • Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

      Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

      Essential:

      • You must have experience in testing, profiling, and screening of athletes and the ability to deliver on filed RTR and football specific rehabilitation sessions.
      • Be a registered member of the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
      • Have appropriate medical indemnity to treat/advise FA WSL and FA WC players.
      • Have an up to date full Advanced Emergency Aid qualification; this should be the Level 5 ATMIFF.
      • Attend a yearly ATMMiF-R reaccreditation.
      • Minimum 2 year’s experience in working in elite sport
      • Undergraduate/Postgraduate degree Physiotherapy (BSc/MSc)
      • 2–3 years of post-graduate musculoskeletal experience

      Desirable:

      • Experienced in working in elite women’s sport
      • Postgraduate Sports Medicine qualification (PGCert, PGDip, MSc etc)
      • Pitch rehab experience
      • Be a UKAD Clean Sport Advisor

      Benefits:

      • Complimentary match day ticket
      • Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
      • Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
      • 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
      • Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
      • Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice.
      • Travel Season Ticket loan
      • Holiday allowance that increases every year of service

      Our commitment to Equality

      At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.

      We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

      Reasonable Adjustment

      We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

      If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact DLO@cpfc.co.uk (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

      Safeguarding

      Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

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      U9 - U16 Academy Physiotherapist

      Job Location      Academy Training Ground, BR3 1NZ

      Contract Type   Full-time

      Salary/ ROP        Competitive

      Deadline             23rd April 2025

      Who we are:

      We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - our London office, Selhurst Park stadium, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees

      We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.

      About this role:

      If you are a physiotherapist with experience working in an elite sports environment, we have an opportunity for you! We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident, and knowledgeable physiotherapist to join the growing medical department at the Academy for age groups U9 to U16.

      You will be working alongside one other Academy Physiotherapist focusing on the U9s-U16s and reporting into the Head of Academy Physiotherapy / Academy Doctor.

      Responsibilities:

      • Providing clinic cover, which does include evening and weekend working

      • Providing match cover which will require travelling with teams to away fixtures on occasion

      • Assisting/Managing the part-time staff and ensuring all academy fixtures are covered by a therapist

      • Working in conjunction with the Head of Academy Physiotherapy and Academy Physiotherapist for provision of all physiotherapy duties associated with the Academy, in particular U9-U16s teams

      • Assisting with all testing and screening of U9-U16 teams

      • Assisting with all testing and screening of U9s-U16s throughout the year and liaising with coaches

      • Updating key medical staff on all medical/injury concerns regarding Academy players

      • Compiling a weekly report to all staff, with injury status and player availability for weekend fixtures.

      • Musculoskeletal assessment of Academy team players.

      • Diagnosing and treating all injuries sustained by Academy players.

      • Attending specialist appointments/radiology exams with injured U9-U16 players.

      • Informing Academy coaching staff about player availability at end of evening session.

      • Wherever possible, covering Academy tours. Utilising part-time cover only when necessary.

      • Keeping daily records of treatments and record injuries on Smartabase system and auditing injuries throughout the year

      • Ensuring all protocols and EAPs are followed according to the Academy Doctor.

      • Ensuring all Academy playersmedical files are up to date and stored securely with relevant medical information shared to appropriate stake holders.

      • Assisting the Head of Academy Physiotherapy with medical consumable stock control and distribution of run-on bags to part-time physiotherapy staff.

      • Attending all, whenever possible, medical meetings; internal CPD events and MDT meetings.

      • Attending external courses where possible. Present contents of course to rest of medical staff as soon as possible on return to the Club. Permission to be obtained from Head of Academy Physiotherapy / Academy Doctor

      • Responsible for organising Club in-service training programme for both full and part-time medical staff, Head of Academy Physiotherapy. In-service training programme includes organising staff presentations and circulation of scientific medical journals.

      • Promoting and supporting all members and policies of the Medical Department

      • Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.

      • Upholding and promoting the Club policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

      Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

      Essential

      • BSc degree in Physiotherapy
      • MSK experience in a private clinic or NHS
      • The FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF) or able to book a place ASAP
      • Registration with appropriate governing body (HCPC and CSP)
      • Actively cooperate and communicate with others, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration
      • Competent and personable with good time management skills
      • Able to understand and adapt to the culture of a professional football club
      • Positive about achieving Club, departmental and individual success
      • Proactively takes on new responsibilities and seek out opportunities to learn new skills
      • Must be accountable for delivering results within assigned levels of accountability

      Desired

      • Gym-based qualifications
      • FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
      • Experience working as a Physiotherapist within elite sport
      • Experience of working with young athletes
      • Experience of working within paediatrics
      • Experience of working within professional football
      • Strong knowledge in LTAD of adolescents within an academy system
      • Confident with delivering strength and conditioning and gym-based sessions
      • Full Clean Driving Licence

      Benefits:

      • Complimentary match day ticket
      • Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
      • Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
      • 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
      • Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
      • Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice.
      • Travel Season Ticket loan
      • Holiday allowance that increases every year of service

      Our commitment to Equality

      At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.

      We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

      Reasonable Adjustment

      We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

      If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact DLO@cpfc.co.uk (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

      Safeguarding

      Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a basic DBS check, as necessary.

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      Casual roles
      Match day - Casual roles

      If you have a passion for working in a dynamic environment and delivering exceptional service, we would love to have you on board. Our Matchday roles offer an incredible opportunity to contribute to the memorable experiences of our fans and guests. The available roles are as follows:

      Available Roles:

      To apply, please email application@cpfc.co.uk with your CV and subject the role that you are applying for and we will email you once we have the confirmed dates for the next recruitment day.

      Join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our fans and guests at Crystal Palace FC! Apply today to secure your chance to be part of our dynamic team.

      Academy Host Family Provider

      Location: Within three miles (15 minutes), easy access to Academy Training Ground, BR3 1RJ

      Remuneration: £25 per player/per night

      Closing date: Ongoing

      Who we are:

      We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites – our London office, Selhurst Park stadium and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.

      We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.

      About this role:

      Crystal Palace Football Club are currently seeking host family providers to support our Academy players who will be required to live away from home to fulfil their education and football training at our club.

      This provision supports our young people’s holistic experience and will enable them to reach their full potential.

      The host family provider will help fulfil the club’s duty of care with regard to our young people by ensuring homely accommodation is provided throughout the season to our young people who require it. Our placements vary from one-night stays to five-seven nights per week and we are looking for host families who can offer either of these placement types to our young people aged between 15–21-years-old.

      Requirements and responsibilities

      • Provide a homely and friendly environment for our young people.

      • Support our young people by teaching them basic independent living and self-care skills such as washing, cooking and cleaning up after themselves. Provide meals in line with nutritional guidance from the Academy. Accommodation has access to public and local amenities with good transport links to the Academy training ground.

      • Report any welfare concerns to the Academy Safeguarding and Welfare team should they occur.

      • Include our young people in family life as much as they feel comfortable with.

      • The club will regularly inspect and visit the placement during the season.

      • The club will provide further guidance to host families, young people and their parents explaining what would be expected of them.

      Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and young people and expects host families to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and risk assessments prior to a placement commencing.

      Any other person who resides in the household or has regular contact will also legally be required to complete an enhanced DBS. Host Families will be required to attend safeguarding training and workshops (if necessary) arranged by the Academy.

      Essential requirements and skills:

      • Provide the young person with a suitable and safe environment.

      • Provide the young person with their own double size bedroom.

      • Excellent communication and listening skills and ability to build trusted working relationships.

      • Able to cope with the young person’s flexible schedule throughout the football season.

      Desirable knowledge, experience and skills:

      • Experience and knowledge of working with young people.

      • An understanding of the emotional impact and well-being challenges that academy/ professional life may bring.

      • Child-focused approach.

      • Ability to promote and demonstrate anti-discriminatory practice.

      • Capacity to accommodate more than one player.

      As part of the recruitment process the club would need to conduct a number of home visits to determine the suitability and ensure the home meets the requirements for hosting young players within the Academy.

      If you feel you are able to support some of our young players please send an email to host.familyenquiries@cpfc.co.uk to express your interest.