Role Overview-
Ipswich Town Foundation is seeking to recruit a part-time Project Officer to lead the planning and delivery of our Senior Blues community meet-ups programme. The project aims to reconnect older Ipswich Town supporters who may have become socially isolated, helping them to re-engage with both the football club and their local community.
The successful candidate will coordinate and facilitate weekly community-based groups, working closely with participants and partner organisations to deliver engaging and meaningful activities. The role will also be responsible for managing partnership relationships, participant engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and ensuring the programme achieves its intended outcomes.
In addition, the Project Officer will lead the ongoing development and expansion of our established Senior Blues coffee mornings at Ipswich Town Football Club, identifying opportunities to increase participation and enhance the experience for attendees.
The postholder will play a key role in creating memorable experiences for supporters and the wider community, helping to reduce social isolation, foster meaningful connections, and strengthen engagement with Ipswich Town Football Club and Ipswich Town Foundation.
Vision
An empowered, inspired and inclusive community to be proud of.
Mission
The Ipswich Town Foundation exists to provide impactful and inclusive activities to improve health, skills, opportunities, and lives of all generations across Suffolk.
By using the presence, power, and reach of Ipswich Town FC, we aim to inspire individuals to realise their potential both on and off the football pitch and create pride in their communities.
Core Values
- Honesty
- Hard Work
- High Standards
- Willingness to Learn
- Integrity
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning and delivery of Community Meet-Ups sessions.
- Co-ordinate former player appearances, workshops, club engagement activity and social sessions.
- Recruit and retain participants.
- Develop partnerships with community organisations and club departments.
- Maintain Salesforce records and monitoring data.
- Administer wellbeing measures including WHO-5 and SWEMWBS.
- Support safeguarding and welfare of participants.
- Assist with marketing and communications to promote the programme.
- Develop and enhance existing Senior Blues programme in Ipswich.
- Works across other Foundation programmes and events where required.
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Ipswich Town Foundation and school safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate safeguarding records and report concerns in line with policy.
- Undertake relevant safeguarding and CPD training as required.
WHAT DO YOU GET IN RETURN?
If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefit package:
- Competitive salary
- Access to Ipswich Town match tickets
- Ipswich Town training kit
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Discounted Ipswich Town merchandise
Short listing and interviews will take place throughout the duration of the vacancy ad. This may mean that the vacancy could close early should suitable candidates be found.
Applicants should be aware that due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individuals during the recruitment process.
Closing date: Friday, 24 July 2026
Ipswich Town Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Ipswich Town Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.
If you have the required skills, please apply by completing an application form via the Jobs & Careers page at itfc.co.uk.
For any questions, contact HR & Admin Officer Chloe York at [email protected]
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
