Job Description

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Location: Staplewood Campus

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Work Placement (1 Year)

Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Childs Barred List

What is the role?

As a Recruitment Operations Work Placement Student, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Academy Recruitment Team, working across the Academy, Pre-Academy, and Assessment Centres while gaining hands-on experience within a professional football club.

This placement MUST form part of the overall degree programme for you to be considered. Do not apply if your placement is optional for your degree.

What will you be doing?

You will support the daily operational and administrative tasks of the department, including but not restricted to;

• Helping organise and run regular recruitment events and centres.
• Assisting in liaison with trialists and their families, ensuring a good trial experience.
• Gathering activity data from local recruitment, including becoming a champion of our new academy scout operating app.
• Generally supporting the work of a busy local academy recruitment team.

Is this you?

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who is passionate about football and wants to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment

This placement MUST form part of the overall degree programme for you to be considered. Do not apply if your placement is optional for your degree.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Studying for a degree in a relevant field.
• Organised and proactive.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.

How this benefits you…

If you are successful, you can look forward to:

• Living allowance of £580 per month
• Opportunity to work for a professional football Club
• Working in an environment with strong core values
• Learning and development opportunities

How can I apply?

Just click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV.

The closing date for this role is 16 June 2026

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received. *

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect everyone to share this commitment. You will be required to adhere to all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk and to ensure that Southampton Football Club is free from discrimination and harassment.

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.