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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.
SPORTS CENTRE EVENTS PHOTOGRAPHER
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator
As on of our Events Photographers, you’ll join a team of professional photographers to tell the visual story behind our mission. Your lens will capture the determination of athletes, the joy of community gatherings, and the energy of our exhibitions and conferences. Your work will not only document our events but also inspire supporters, attract new participants, and help us secure vital funding to keep our programmes thriving.
What You'll Do
- Photograph a wide range of events, including adaptive sports competitions, training sessions, community celebrations, exhibitions, and conferences.
- Capture authentic, emotive moments that reflect our values of inclusion, empowerment, and achievement.
- Work closely with our events and communications teams to plan shot lists and ensure coverage aligns with campaign goals.
- Edit and deliver high-quality images for use across digital platforms, print materials, and press releases.
- Maintain an organised archive of event photography for future use.
- Occasionally travel to venues across the UK to cover events (expenses covered).
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in event photography, ideally with sports or community-focused projects.
- A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to capture action, emotion, and atmosphere.
- Proficiency in professional photography equipment and editing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop).
- An understanding of photographing people with diverse abilities in a respectful, empowering way.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
- A collaborative, flexible approach and a genuine passion for inclusive sport.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to use your creative skills to make a real social impact.
- Opportunities to photograph unique, inspiring events you won’t find anywhere else.
- A supportive, values-driven team that celebrates creativity and individuality.
- Flexible working arrangements and travel and accommodation expense coverage.
- Access to training and development opportunities to grow your craft.
REGIONAL EVENTS PHOTOGRAPHER
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: All BLS Regions
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator
As our Regional Events Photographer, you’ll be the visual storyteller behind our mission. Your lens will capture the energy of a wheelchair basketball final, the focus of a wheelchair racer on the starting line, and the smiles of families cheering from the sidelines. Your work will inspire supporters, attract new participants, and help us secure the funding that keeps our programmes running.
What You'll Do
- Travel to adaptive sports events across the region, from local tournaments to showcase competitions.
- Capture high-quality, dynamic images that reflect the spirit, diversity, and inclusivity of our events.
- Work closely with our events and communications teams to understand the stories we want to tell.
- Edit and prepare images for use across social media, websites, press releases, and fundraising campaigns.
- Maintain an organised archive of event photography for future use.
- Respect and follow safeguarding, consent, and accessibility guidelines at all times.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in sports or event photography, a portfolio that shows your ability to capture action and emotion.
- Strong technical skills with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, lenses, and lighting.
- Proficiency in photo editing software such as Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop.
- The ability to work in fast-paced, unpredictable environments while staying focused on the shot.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, you’ll be interacting with athletes, families, volunteers, and staff.
- A commitment to inclusivity, sensitivity, and respectful representation of disabled people in sport.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, with travel across the region.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- Opportunities to photograph unique and inspiring sporting moments you won’t find anywhere else.
- Flexible working arrangements for editing and admin tasks.
- Access to training and development in inclusive media practices.
- The chance to see your work featured in national campaigns, publications, and exhibitions.
SPORTS CENTRE EVENTS VIDEOGRAPHER
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator
As a Videographer, you’ll be the visual storyteller behind our mission. You’ll capture the energy of adaptive sporting events, the focus of training sessions, the excitement of competitions, and the buzz of conferences and exhibitions. Your work will not only document these moments but also amplify them, helping us reach more people, secure vital support, and celebrate the incredible achievements of our participants.
What You'll Do
- Film a variety of events, from high-energy adaptive sports matches to intimate training sessions and formal conferences.
- Plan, shoot, and edit compelling video content for use across social media, websites, and promotional campaigns.
- Work closely with coaches, athletes, and event organisers to ensure coverage reflects the spirit and inclusivity of our programmes.
- Capture both action footage and behind-the-scenes moments that bring our community’s stories to life.
- Manage and maintain video equipment, ensuring readiness for both indoor and outdoor shoots.
- Edit footage into polished, engaging content using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in videography, ideally with a portfolio showcasing sports or live event coverage.
- Strong editing skills with proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro).
- An eye for storytelling, knowing how to capture emotion, energy, and atmosphere.
- Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments and adapt to changing conditions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable engaging with athletes, staff, and the public.
- A genuine interest in adaptive sports, inclusion, and the wellbeing of blue light workers.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- Opportunities to travel to events, competitions, and exhibitions across the UK.
- Access to our adaptive sports facilities and wellbeing programmes.
- Flexible working arrangements around event schedules.
- A supportive, inclusive culture where creativity and initiative are valued.
REGIONAL EVENTS VIDEOGRAPHER
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: All Regions
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Public Relations Coordinator
As our Regional Videographer, you’ll be the creative eye behind the lens, bringing the energy, emotion, and triumph of adaptive sports to life. Your work will help showcase athletes’ achievements, promote inclusivity, and inspire audiences across the region and beyond. Whether filming a high-stakes championship or a quiet training breakthrough, you’ll be telling stories that matter.
What You'll Do
- Travel across the region to film adaptive sporting events, training sessions, and competitions.
- Capture high-quality video content that reflects the spirit and skill of athletes.
- Edit footage into compelling highlight reels, social media clips, and promotional videos.
- Collaborate with coaches, athletes, and the communications team to plan shoots and ensure impactful storytelling.
- Manage and maintain video equipment, ensuring readiness for varied environments (indoor arenas, outdoor tracks, aquatic centres, etc.).
- Deliver content to tight deadlines while maintaining creative excellence.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in videography, ideally in sports or live event environments.
- Strong skills in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
- An eye for storytelling, knowing when to capture the big moments and the subtle ones.
- Ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and problem-solve on location.
- A full driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
- Empathy, respect, and an understanding of working with athletes with diverse abilities.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making sport more inclusive and visible.
- Opportunities to attend and film at inspiring events across the UK.
- Flexible working arrangements when not on location.
- Access to professional development and creative training opportunities.
- A supportive, collaborative environment where your creativity is valued.
REGIONAL SPORTS COACHES
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: All BLS Regions
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Sports Development Coordinator
As a BLS Regional Sports Coach, you’ll be the driving force behind delivering high-quality, inclusive sports sessions across your region. You won’t just be running activities, you’ll be inspiring confidence, building skills, and creating safe, welcoming environments where participants of all abilities can thrive. Your work will directly empower disabled people to be active, connected, and proud of what they can achieve.
What You'll Do
- Plan and deliver engaging, adaptive sports sessions for children, young people, and adults with a wide range of abilities.
- Adapt coaching methods and equipment to meet individual needs, ensuring every participant can take part fully.
- Build strong relationships with participants, families, carers, and partner organisations.
- Support the development of local volunteers and assistant coaches, sharing best practice in inclusive sport.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, feedback, and safeguarding requirements.
- Represent the charity at community events, taster days, and regional competitions.
What You'll Bring
- Recognised coaching qualification (minimum Level 2 in a relevant sport) or equivalent experience.
- Experience delivering sport or physical activity sessions to disabled people or those with additional needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to suit different audiences.
- A positive, patient, and encouraging coaching style.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and inclusive coaching principles.
- A valid driving licence and willingness to travel within the region.
Why You'll Love It Here
- The chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives every single day.
- Ongoing training in disability inclusion, adaptive sports, and coaching innovation.
- Supportive, passionate colleagues who share your commitment to inclusion.
- Flexible working patterns to help you balance life and work.
- Access to specialist adaptive equipment and resources to help you deliver the best sessions possible.
REGIONAL SPORTS OFFICIALS
Starting Pay: £12.71 per hour
Location: All BLS Regions
Benefits: Allowance Package
Reporting to the Sports Development Coordinator
As a Regional Sports Official, you’ll be at the heart of delivering fair, safe, and inspiring sporting experiences for athletes. Your role will go beyond officiating, you’ll be a visible advocate for inclusion, ensuring that every event you oversee is run to the highest standards of accessibility, fairness, and respect. You’ll help shape the sporting experience for participants, volunteers, and spectators, leaving a lasting legacy in your region.
What You'll Do
- Officiate at regional adaptive sports competitions, ensuring rules are applied consistently and inclusively.
- Work closely with event organisers to adapt rules, equipment, and formats to meet the needs of participants.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to volunteer officials, helping them develop inclusive officiating skills.
- Support the delivery of training workshops for clubs, schools, and community groups on inclusive sport practices.
- Act as an ambassador for the charity at events, promoting our mission and engaging with athletes, families, and partners.
- Contribute feedback and insights to improve event delivery and participant experience.
What You'll Bring
- Experience as a sports official, referee, or umpire, ideally with exposure to adaptive or disability sport (training will be provided if needed).
- A strong understanding of fair play, safeguarding, and inclusive practice.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences.
- Confidence in making quick, fair decisions under pressure.
- A collaborative spirit and a genuine passion for creating opportunities for disabled people in sport.
- Willingness to travel within your region and work occasional evenings/weekends for events.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- Comprehensive training in inclusive officiating and adaptive sports rules.
- Opportunities to officiate at regional and national-level adaptive sports events.
- Travel and accommodation expenses covered for official duties.
- Access to our annual learning and development programme, including disability awareness and leadership training.
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your voice and ideas are valued.
