Larry Hays is sadly leaving the club due to health reasons, so Tonbridge Angels is now looking for a new kit manager to work alongside Aide, our excellent kit assistant. We would like to thank Larry for all his efforts this season to date and especially for his legendary banana bread! We wish Larry a speedy recovery and all the best for the future.

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: Voluntary, expenses covered

Hours of Work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but at a minimum attendance is required at all training sessions (Tuesday and Thursday evenings) and matches (Saturdays and occasional Tuesdays).

JOB DESCRIPTION

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• To lead on the provision of kit for the First Team for both players and staff.
• To liaise with the First Team Manager and Stadium Manager to ensure that all kit is appropriately accommodated for.
• To deal with First Team players kit requirements at training sessions and matches.
• To arrange kit distribution for new First Team staff and players throughout each season.
• To be responsible for the ongoing kit stock levels throughout the season; to include regular stock level checks, and liaise with General Manager and Football Secretary when new kit is required
• To attend all First Team home and away fixtures and be responsible for transportation of all kit (match, technical, medical), using the club kit van, as well as set up of the changing rooms.
• To support training operations of the First Team, ensuring all relevant equipment is provided as required by the First Team Manager.
• To maintain high standards of work, keeping the whole work area of the kit/equipment storage areas clean, neat, tidy and organised.
• To carry out any other duties as required by the General Manager and First Team Manager.
• All other duties that may arise from time to time and fall within the scope of the role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Requirements

• Must hold a full valid UK drivers licence, using the club’s kit van.
• Effective interpersonal skills – has the ability to relate/work effectively work with a diverse range of people including team management, players, coaches and medical staff.
• Ability to maintain a professional, organised, clean, safe, and healthy environment in equipment rooms, laundry rooms, and changing rooms.
• Ability to manage workload independently and to manage multiple tasks to completion and on time.
• A professional “can do” attitude with strong organisational skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and work autonomously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must adhere to confidentiality and data protection procedures at all times

Interested applicants should e-mail Ian Clear at Ian.clear@tonbridgeangels.co.uk