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Working for Blue Lights Sports Foundation means empowering blue light personnel who may live with injuries, disabilities, or trauma.
It involves creating inclusive sporting opportunities tailored to individual abilities, fostering physical rehabilitation, mental wellbeing, and camaraderie.
The role blends compassion with creativity, adapting activities so everyone can participate and thrive.
It's about breaking down barriers, building confidence, and celebrating achievements, while understanding the unique pressures faced by those who serve, and their families.
Ultimately, it's a chance to make a tangible difference, helping heroes regain strength, purpose, and joy through inclusive sport.
Blue Light Sports Foundation is a purpose driven charity dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion, and opportunity for all.
Our mission is simple, sport for everyone, without limits.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We particularly welcome candidates with lived experience of disability or from the blue light community.
If you would like to be informed when applications open, please complete the online expressions of interest form so that we can contact you with an invitation to apply.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Starting Salary: £53,750.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officers
As our Operations Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth delivery of our programmes and events. You'll ensure that every competition, training session, and funding initiative runs seamlessly, creating life-changing opportunities for participants. Your leadership will help us expand our reach, strengthen our partnerships, and ensure that equality in adaptive sport isn't just a value, it's a reality.
What You'll Do
- Lead the planning and delivery of our national and regional adaptive sports events, from concept to post-event evaluation.
- Oversee logistics, supplier relationships, and volunteer coordination to ensure safe, inclusive, and high-quality experiences.
- Manage funding allocation processes, ensuring transparency and maximum impact for beneficiaries.
- Develop and maintain operational systems that support growth, efficiency, and compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards.
- Collaborate with our leadership team to shape strategy, measure impact, and report to trustees and funders.
- Build strong relationships with Blue Light organisations, adaptive sports bodies, and community partners.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in operations or event management, ideally within sport, charity, or community sectors.
- A track record of delivering complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
- Empathy, cultural awareness, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage volunteers, partners, and participants.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and risk management in a sports or events.
Why You'll Love It Here
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
- Annual professional development allowance of £1,000.
- Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution.
- A supportive, mission-led team where your work directly changes lives.
SECRETARY
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officers
As our Charity Secretary, you will be the organisational heartbeat of our trustee board. You’ll ensure our governance runs smoothly, our legal obligations are met, and our trustees are empowered to make informed, timely decisions. Your work will safeguard the charity’s reputation, strengthen our compliance, and ultimately help us deliver life-changing services to those who need them most.
What You'll Do
- Ensure trustee board and sub-committee meetings are well-organised, documented, and compliant with our governing documents.
- Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and minutes, capturing decisions and actions with clarity and accuracy.
- Maintain statutory records and submit required filings to the Charity Commission and Companies House within deadlines.
- Keep trustees informed of relevant legal, regulatory, and governance developments.
- Support the Chair in ensuring decisions are implemented and governance best practice is followed.
- Maintain up-to-date registers of trustees, members, and declarations of interest.
- Act as the first point of contact for governance queries from trustees, regulators, and stakeholders.
- Be responsible for payroll, ensuring all allowances and expenses are authorised and supported with receipts and invoices, and payment of staff wages.
- Ensure that all invoices are paid within the deadline.
- Maintain accurate charity accounts.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in a governance, secretarial, or compliance role, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit setting.
- Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
- A sound understanding of charity law, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
- Discretion, integrity, and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Confidence in using digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or board management software.
Why You'll Love It Here
- A mission-led environment where your work directly supports community impact.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
- Opportunities for professional development, including governance training and networking events.
- A supportive, collaborative trustee board that values your expertise.
- The satisfaction of knowing your skills are helping to create real, measurable change.
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Sports Development Coordinator, you’ll be the driving force behind expanding and improving our adaptive sports programmes. You’ll work closely with participants, coaches, volunteers, and partner organisations to ensure our activities are safe, engaging, and accessible. Your work will directly help people of all ages and abilities experience the joy of sport, improve their wellbeing, and feel part of something bigger.
What You'll Do
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver a calendar of adaptive sports sessions, events, and community outreach activities.
- Support local clubs and community groups to grow participation in inclusive sports.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers and coaches to deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging sessions.
- Build partnerships with schools, disability organisations, and local authorities to widen access.
- Monitor programme impact through participant feedback, attendance data, and success stories.
- Ensure all activities meet safeguarding, health & safety, and accessibility standards.
- Contribute to funding applications and reports to help sustain and grow our programmes.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in sports development, community engagement, or programme coordination, ideally within disability or inclusive sport.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage people from all backgrounds.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and inclusive coaching practices.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a genuine passion for making sport accessible to all.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and activities.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to see your work directly change lives every single week.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Supportive, passionate colleagues who share your commitment to inclusion.
- Opportunities for professional development, including disability sport training and coaching qualifications.
EVENTS COORDINATOR
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Events Coordinator, you’ll be the heartbeat of our events programme, ensuring our centre is buzzing with activity, energy, and purpose. You’ll manage our events calendar, oversee bookings, and bring to life special events that inspire participants, supporters, and partners alike. Beyond the centre, you’ll help shape and deliver national events that showcase adaptive sport on a bigger stage, working within the leadership team to make every event a success story.
What You'll Do
- Manage and maintain the centre’s events calendar, ensuring smooth scheduling of regular sessions, block bookings, and ad-hoc activities.
- Coordinate all aspects of special events at the centre, from concept to delivery, including sports festivals, open days, exhibitions, conferences and fundraising activities.
- Lead the planning and logistics for national events, collaborating with the leadership team and external partners.
- Oversee booking processes, ensuring excellent communication with coaches, clubs, schools, and community groups.
- Liaise with suppliers, volunteers, and staff to ensure events run safely, on time, and within budget.
- Monitor event performance, gather feedback, and use insights to improve future activities.
- Ensure all events are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with our mission and safeguarding policies.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in event coordination, ideally within sport, charity, or community settings.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative approach.
- A creative mindset for designing engaging, inclusive events that leave a lasting impact.
- Confidence in managing budgets, logistics, and operational details.
- A passion for adaptive sport, inclusion, and making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and competitions.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team that changes lives through sport.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Opportunities to work on both local and national events that have real impact.
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture where your ideas are valued.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- The chance to see first-hand the joy and empowerment your work brings to participants.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COORDINATOR
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Public Relations Coordinator, you’ll be the voice that carries our mission beyond the playing field. You’ll shape how the world sees adaptive sport, crafting compelling narratives, amplifying athlete stories, and ensuring our message reaches audiences far and wide. Your work will directly influence public awareness, attract new supporters, and strengthen our relationships with media, partners, and the communities we serve.
What You'll Do
- Lead the creation of inspiring, inclusive, and high-quality content across all channels, social media, website, newsletters, and press releases.
- Oversee our social media strategy, ensuring consistent, engaging, and impactful output that reflects our values and celebrates our athletes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, broadcasters, and influencers to secure positive media coverage.
- Plan and deliver PR campaigns around key events, athlete milestones, and fundraising initiatives.
- Monitor media trends and identify opportunities to position our charity as a thought leader in adaptive sport.
- Manage a content and communications team, providing creative direction and mentorship.
- Track and report on engagement, reach, and media impact to inform future strategy.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in public relations, media, or communications, ideally within sport, charity, or a cause-driven organisation.
- A natural storyteller with exceptional writing and editing skills, able to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, analytics, and content best practices.
- Experience managing media relationships and securing high-profile coverage.
- Creative vision combined with the organisational skills to deliver campaigns on time and on budget.
- Empathy, cultural awareness, and a genuine passion for inclusion and equality in sport.
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and competitions.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to work on stories that truly matter, celebrating resilience, achievement, and community.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values creativity, collaboration, and personal growth.
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
- Annual professional development allowance to support your growth.
FUNDING AND GRANTS COORDINATOR
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Funding & Grants Coordinator, you will be the driving force behind the resources that make our mission possible. You’ll lead the way in securing grant funding, building meaningful sponsorship relationships, and inspiring donations that directly support our events and programmes. You’ll also chair our Grants Panel, ensuring that funding is allocated fairly, transparently, and with maximum impact for our beneficiaries. Your work will not just keep the lights on, it will light the way for hundreds of athletes to achieve their potential.
What You'll Do
- Identify, research, and apply for relevant grant opportunities from trusts, foundations, and public bodies.
- Develop compelling funding proposals and sponsorship packages that tell our story and inspire investment.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, donors, and funding partners.
- Oversee the charity’s grants and funding framework, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and charity governance.
- Chair the Grants Panel, leading fair and transparent decision-making on funding allocations to beneficiaries.
- Monitor and report on the impact of funded projects, providing clear evidence of outcomes to funders and stakeholders.
- Work within the leadership team to align funding strategies with upcoming initiatives.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, and sponsorship development, ideally within the charity or sports sector.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and reports.
- A track record of building and maintaining productive relationships with funders and partners.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple funding streams and deadlines.
- An understanding of governance and compliance in charitable funding.
- A genuine passion for inclusion, sport, and making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to see your work directly transform lives through sport.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values collaboration and creativity.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Opportunities for professional development, including training in advanced fundraising strategies.
SPORTS CENTRE COORDINATOR
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Sports Centre Coordinator, you’ll be the heartbeat of our adaptive sports operations. You’ll ensure each of our centres runs smoothly, safely, and inclusively, so that every participant, volunteer, and coach can focus on what matters most, the sport itself. Your work will directly shape the quality of our programmes, the safety of our facilities, and the smiles on the faces of those who take part.
What You'll Do
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple adaptive sports centres, ensuring programmes run on time and to the highest safety standards.
- Coordinate schedules for coaches, volunteers, and facility staff to maximise programme delivery.
- Conduct regular safety checks, risk assessments, and compliance audits across all centres.
- Liaise with programme leads to ensure equipment is maintained, accessible, and fit for purpose.
- Implement and monitor safeguarding policies, ensuring all staff and volunteers are trained and confident in their responsibilities.
- Track participation data and feedback to continuously improve programme quality and accessibility.
- Act as the main point of contact for centre managers, resolving operational issues quickly and effectively.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in sports facility management, programme coordination, or a related operational role.
- A strong understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and risk management in a sports or community setting.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for inclusive sport.
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with coaches, volunteers, participants, and partner organisations.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, able to anticipate challenges and act decisively.
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and competitions.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team changing lives through sport.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership.
- A culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the power of community.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Physiotherapist, you’ll be at the heart of helping participants reach their full potential, whether that’s supporting a young athlete to compete for the first time, helping someone regain confidence after injury, or enabling a participant to enjoy sport pain-free. Your expertise will ensure our athletes and participants can train, compete, and thrive safely, while your compassion will make them feel seen, supported, and inspired.
What You'll Do
- Provide physiotherapy assessments and tailored treatment plans for participants across a range of adaptive sports.
- Work closely with coaches, support staff, and families to ensure safe training environments and effective injury prevention strategies.
- Deliver hands-on therapy sessions both in our sports facilities and at community events.
- Support rehabilitation for sports-related and non-sports injuries, adapting techniques to suit individual needs and equipment.
- Contribute to education workshops for athletes, parents, and volunteers on topics such as warm-up routines, posture, and injury prevention.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional standards and charity policies.
What You'll Bring
- HCPC registration and a recognised degree in Physiotherapy.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, neurological conditions, or long-term health conditions (sports experience desirable but not essential).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to suit different needs and abilities.
- A collaborative mindset, comfortable working alongside coaches, volunteers, and medical professionals.
- A genuine passion for inclusive sport and empowering people through movement.
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and competitions.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives every single day.
- Work in a supportive, values-driven team that celebrates creativity, empathy, and impact.
- Opportunities for funded CPD courses and specialist adaptive sport training.
- Competitive salary, and 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with servcie).
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates - expenses and allowance package
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Psychotherapist, you’ll be at the heart of our mission, supporting participants, athletes, and their families to navigate the emotional and psychological challenges that can come with disability, injury, or life transitions. You’ll work closely with our coaches, programme managers, and volunteers to ensure mental wellbeing is embedded into every aspect of our work. Your expertise will help individuals build confidence, process trauma, and develop the mental resilience to thrive both on and off the field.
What You'll Do
- Provide one-to-one and group psychotherapy sessions for participants, tailored to their individual needs and goals.
- Develop and deliver mental health workshops for athletes, families, and staff, covering topics such as resilience, coping strategies, and self-esteem.
- Collaborate with coaches to integrate psychological support into training and competition preparation.
- Maintain accurate, confidential case notes and contribute to safeguarding processes.
- Work with the wider charity team to design holistic wellbeing programmes that combine sport, therapy, and community support.
- Liaise with external health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
What You'll Bring
- A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling (BACP/UKCP/HCPC registration or equivalent).
- Experience working with individuals living with disabilities, chronic illness, or mental health challenges.
- A trauma-informed, person-centred approach with strong cultural sensitivity.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly.
- An understanding of the psychological demands of sport and performance (experience in sports psychology or adaptive sport is a plus).
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends for events and competitions.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives every single day.
- A supportive, values-driven team that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development, including funded CPD and specialist training in adaptive sport psychology.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' annual leave allowance (increasing with service).
SPORTS CENTRE MANAGER
Starting Salary: £36,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Sports Centre Coordinator
As our Adaptive Sports Centre Manager, you’ll manage a facility that changes lives every day. You’ll lead a passionate team, and ensure our centre is a place where athletes, whether recreational or competitive, can thrive. Your leadership will directly influence how people experience sport, accessibility, and belonging.
What You'll Do
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and fully accessible environment for all participants.
- Build strong relationships with local disability organisations, schools, and community groups to expand participation.
- Manage budgets, staffing, and scheduling to keep the centre running smoothly and sustainably.
- Champion accessibility improvements, from adaptive equipment procurement to facility upgrades.
- Train and mentor staff in inclusive practices and disability awareness.
- Assist in the hosting of community events, tournaments, and open days that showcase adaptive sport.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in sports facility management, leisure services, or a related field.
- A strong understanding of adaptive and inclusive sports.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Strong organisational and budget management abilities.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build partnerships across the community.
- A genuine passion for inclusion, accessibility, and the transformative power of sport.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to lead a centre that makes a tangible difference in people’s lives every single day.
- Access to ongoing professional development, including disability sport training and leadership courses.
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values creativity, empathy, and innovation.
- Opportunities to attend national adaptive sports events and conferences.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' annual leave allowance (increasing with service).
SPORTS CENTRE ASSISTANT
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Sports Centre Manager
As our Adaptive Sports Centre Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face and helping hand that keeps our centre running smoothly. You’ll make sure our facilities are spotless, our café and bar are inviting, and our stock is ready for the busy days ahead. Most importantly, you’ll help create a warm, inclusive environment where every guest, whether they’re here for a workout, a coffee, or a community event feels at home.
What You'll Do
- Welcome and assist visitors, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and supported, including guests with additional needs.
- Serve food and drinks in our café and licensed bar, maintaining high standards of presentation and hygiene.
- Keep all public areas, sports facilities, and changing rooms clean, safe, and well-presented.
- Replenish stock in the café, bar, and vending machines, ensuring popular items are always available.
- Support the set-up and clear-down of sports sessions, events, and community activities.
- Work closely with colleagues to maintain a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for all.
What You'll Bring
- A friendly, approachable manner and a genuine passion for helping people.
- Experience in hospitality, customer service, or cleaning roles (sports or leisure environment experience is a plus).
- Confidence in working with people of all abilities, with sensitivity and respect.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
- A proactive attitude, spotting what needs doing and getting it done without being asked.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional events.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making sport and leisure accessible to all.
- Enjoy a varied role, no two days are the same.
- Staff discounts on food, drink, and selected activities.
- Access to free or discounted use of sports facilities.
- Ongoing training in hospitality, accessibility awareness, and first aid.
- A supportive, inclusive workplace where your contribution truly matters.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' annual leave allowance (increasing with service).
FUNDING AND GRANTS ASSISTANT
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Funding and Grants Coordinator
As our Funding and Grants Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our ability to deliver life-changing programmes. Your work will directly translate into more adaptive sports sessions, more specialist equipment, and more opportunities for those who need them most. From securing vital sponsorships to ensuring our own funding streams are allocated where they’ll have the greatest impact, you’ll be a key driver of our mission’s success.
What You'll Do
- Research and identify new funding opportunities, including charitable trusts, corporate sponsors, and individual donors.
- Prepare and submit compelling grant applications that align with our mission and funding priorities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, sponsors, and funding bodies.
- Manage and track funding applications, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting requirements are fulfilled.
- Assess and evaluate grant applications made to our own funding streams, ensuring fairness, transparency, and alignment with our charitable objectives.
- Work closely with programme leads to understand funding needs and translate them into persuasive proposals.
- Maintain accurate records of funding activity and contribute to impact reporting for stakeholders.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or sponsorship development, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive, evidence-based proposals.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- A detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy in applications and reporting.
- Empathy, integrity, and a genuine passion for supporting the blue light community.
- Confidence in building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from corporate partners to community groups.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- Opportunities for professional development, including training in advanced fundraising and grant management.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas are valued and your impact is visible.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
CAD TECHNICIAN
Starting Salary: £40,250.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our CAD Technician, you’ll be the creative and technical bridge between concept and creation. Your designs will directly shape the products our clients hold in their hands, whether that’s a bespoke award for a competition, a prototype, or branded merchandise. You’ll work closely management team to deliver bespoke products unique to the charity.
What You'll Do
- Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models for bespoke products, optimised for both 3D printing, laser cutting and sublimation.
- Collaborate with clients to translate sketches, ideas, and briefs into production-ready designs.
- Prepare and optimise files for manufacturing, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and material suitability.
- Work with a variety of materials, acrylic, wood, metals, resins, materials and adapt designs to suit.
- Liaise with the production team to troubleshoot and refine designs for flawless output.
- Maintain an organised library of design files, templates, and material specifications.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in CAD design, ideally within product design, fabrication, or manufacturing.
- Proficiency in software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, or similar.
- Understanding of 3D printing processes (FDM, SLA) and laser cutting techniques.
- Strong eye for detail, aesthetics, and functionality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, creative environment.
- Excellent communication skills for working with both clients and internal teams.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Work on a huge variety of projects, no two days are the same.
- Access to state-of-the-art 3D printing and laser cutting equipment.
- A collaborative, creative studio environment where your ideas are valued.
- Opportunities for training and skill development in emerging design and manufacturing technologies.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
CONTENT CREATOR
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator
As our Content Creator, you’ll be the voice and vision behind our storytelling. You’ll capture the energy of adaptive sports, the determination of athletes, and the joy of inclusive communities, turning them into compelling content that inspires action, attracts supporters, and amplifies our mission. Your work will help us reach new audiences, secure vital funding, and change perceptions about disability in sport.
What You'll Do
- Plan, create, and publish engaging multimedia content (video, photography, graphics, and written stories) for our website, social media, and campaigns.
- Interview athletes, coaches, and community members to share authentic, human-centred stories.
- Produce short-form videos optimised for platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
- Collaborate with our fundraising and events teams to create promotional materials for campaigns and events.
- Manage our content calendar, ensuring a consistent and inclusive brand voice across all channels.
- Analyse engagement metrics and adapt content strategies to maximise reach and impact.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience creating engaging content for social media, ideally in a charity, sports, or community-focused setting.
- Strong skills in photography, videography, and editing (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar).
- A natural storyteller with the ability to connect emotionally with audiences.
- Understanding of accessibility in digital content (e.g., captions, alt text, inclusive language).
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, with excellent organisational skills.
- A genuine passion for inclusion, sport, and making a positive social impact.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team that celebrates creativity and values every voice.
- Flexible working options, including hybrid and remote days.
- Opportunities for professional development, including an annual training budget.
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas can directly shape our impact.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
MAINTENANCE
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Sports Centre Manager
As our Maintenance Worker, you’ll be the quiet hero who keeps our centre safe, welcoming, and ready for action. Whether it’s ensuring our adaptive equipment is in top condition, keeping our spaces spotless, or fixing a leaky tap before the next session, your work will directly support athletes, families, and visitors to enjoy sport without limits.
What You'll Do
- Carry out day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and safety checks across the centre, including sports halls, changing rooms, and outdoor areas.
- Inspect and maintain adaptive sports equipment (e.g., sports wheelchairs, hoists, ramps) to ensure they are safe and functional.
- Work closely with coaches and programme staff to prepare spaces for activities and events.
- Monitor building systems (lighting, heating, ventilation) and arrange servicing when needed.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies to minimise disruption to activities.
- Support occasional set-up for community events, tournaments, and fundraising activities.
What You'll Bring
- Practical skills in general maintenance, repair, or facilities work, experience in a sports or community setting is a plus.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset, you spot issues before they become problems.
- An understanding of (or willingness to learn about) accessibility needs and adaptive equipment.
- Reliability, flexibility, and a genuine desire to support an inclusive environment.
- Basic knowledge of health & safety procedures and safe use of tools/equipment.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making sport accessible for everyone.
- See the direct impact of your work every day, smiles, laughter, and achievements on the court.
- Ongoing training, including adaptive equipment maintenance and accessibility awareness.
- Staff discounts on selected centre activities and events.
- Flexible shifts to help balance work and life.
- Supportive, friendly colleagues who value teamwork and respect.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
CLEANER
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Sports Centre Manager
As our Cleaner, you’ll be a vital part of the team that keeps our adaptive sports centre running smoothly. Your work will ensure that every visitor—whether they’re competing, training, or simply enjoying the atmosphere—feels comfortable, respected, and valued. You’ll help create an environment where people can focus on their abilities, not obstacles.
What You'll Do
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness across all areas of the sports centre, including changing rooms, accessible toilets, sports halls, and communal spaces.
- Use cleaning methods and equipment that support accessibility and safety for all users.
- Monitor and restock hygiene supplies, ensuring facilities are always ready for use.
- Work closely with the wider team to respond quickly to any cleaning or safety needs during events and activities.
- Follow health and safety guidelines, including safe storage and use of cleaning products.
What You'll Bring
- A commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for people of all abilities.
- Experience in cleaning roles (sports or leisure facilities experience is a plus, but not essential).
- An eye for detail and pride in keeping spaces spotless and safe.
- Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work independently.
- Willingness to learn about accessibility needs and adapt cleaning practices accordingly.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven charity making a real difference in people’s lives.
- Supportive, friendly team environment where your work is valued and appreciated.
- Opportunities for training in accessibility awareness and health & safety.
- Staff discounts on selected centre activities and events.
- Flexible shifts to help balance work and life.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
GROUNDS KEEPER
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Sports Centre Manager
As our Groundskeeper, you’ll be the quiet hero behind the scenes, ensuring that every visitor’s first impression is one of care, pride, and welcome. From keeping our car park safe and tidy, to nurturing our gardens, to making sure the picnic area is ready for family laughter, your work will help create a space where everyone feels valued and included.
What You'll Do
- Maintain and repair car park areas, ensuring they are clean, safe, and accessible for all visitors.
- Care for the gardens and landscaped areas, including planting, pruning, weeding, and seasonal displays.
- Keep the family picnic area inviting, from mowing lawns to maintaining benches and bins.
- Tend to the accessible miniature golf course landscaping, ensuring pathways are clear and flowerbeds are vibrant.
- Carry out routine inspections to identify and address any hazards or maintenance needs promptly.
- Operate and maintain gardening tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in groundskeeping, horticulture, or outdoor maintenance.
- A practical, hands-on approach with attention to detail and pride in your work.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule effectively.
- An understanding of accessibility needs and a commitment to creating inclusive spaces.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practices for outdoor environments.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making sport and leisure accessible to everyone.
- Work in a beautiful, varied outdoor environment, no two days are the same.
- Access to staff training in horticulture, accessibility awareness, and equipment use.
- Staff discounts on centre activities and family passes.
- Supportive, friendly colleagues who value teamwork and community spirit.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
WARGAMES TECHNICIAN
Starting Salary: £30,500.00
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Overtime rates
Reporting to the Operations Manager
As our Wargames Technician, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things tabletop. You’ll help players bring their armies and battlefields to life, offer guidance on rules and tactics, and create bespoke models and terrain that inspire awe. Your work will directly enhance the experience of our community—whether that’s helping a newcomer choose their first miniatures or crafting a custom-built fortress for a tournament.
What You'll Do
- Provide friendly, knowledgeable advice to wargaming enthusiasts of all skill levels, including adaptive play solutions for players with accessibility needs.
- Paint and detail miniatures, terrain, and scenery to a high standard, using a variety of techniques and materials.
- Design and create bespoke models and terrain pieces for customers and centre events.
- Maintain and organise the wargaming area, ensuring tables, terrain, and equipment are ready for play.
- Support the retail side of the centre—selling miniatures, paints, tools, and accessories, and managing stock levels.
- Assist in running tournaments, campaigns, and themed events, helping to foster a vibrant and welcoming gaming community.
What You'll Bring
- Strong knowledge of tabletop wargames (e.g., Warhammer, Bolt Action, Flames of War, or similar).
- Skilled in miniature painting and terrain building, with an eye for detail and creativity.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
- Experience in retail or customer service, ideally in a hobby or gaming environment.
- A passion for making wargaming accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
- Organisational skills to manage multiple projects and keep the gaming space in top condition.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Work in a creative, inclusive environment where your passion for wargaming is part of your day-to-day.
- Access to a fully equipped hobby workshop and painting station.
- Opportunities to showcase your work in centre displays and events.
- Staff discount on miniatures, paints, and hobby supplies.
- Be part of a team that values community, creativity, and accessibility.
- Competitive salary, 25 days' holiday (increasing with service).
