Overview
Lead Football: Four Key Jobs in Cornwall, UK at The FA
Position: Lead Football: Four Key Roles Open Now
Cornwall FA Launches Recruitment for Key Roles in Exciting Next Phase of Development
Cornwall FA is entering an exciting new chapter as we continue to strengthen the support we provide to clubs, leagues, coaches, referees, volunteers and players across the county. Over recent months, we have been undertaking a full review of our structure to ensure our team is aligned to the needs of the football community, both now and in the years ahead.
This work has helped us identify where we can grow, where we can improve, and where additional capacity will make the biggest difference. The result is a refreshed organisational structure designed to enhance the services we deliver, increase our visibility across Cornwall and ensure we are best placed to support the game at every level.
A Positive Step Forward for Football in Cornwall
This realignment is about strengthening our foundations and investing in the areas that matter most to the football community. It reflects our commitment to:
- Providing high‑quality support to clubs and leagues
- Enhancing coach and player development pathways
- Support and develop our referee workforce
- Building strong partnerships that reinvest into grassroots football
- Ensuring our staff team has the right skills, capacity and focus to deliver meaningful impact
Opening Up New Opportunities
As part of this next phase, we are pleased to announce that
four new roles
are now open for applications. These positions will play a key part in delivering our long‑term ambitions and strengthening the support we offer across Cornwall.
Football Delivery Officer (Clubs & Leagues)
The Football Delivery Officer (Clubs & Leagues) is responsible for strengthening the sustainability, development and long term success of clubs and leagues across Cornwall. Aligned to our strategic aim of creating sustainable pathways for individuals, communities and the county, the role leads the delivery of the FA’s Thriving Community Clubs programme, providing structured support, guidance and intervention to help clubs grow on and off the pitch.
The postholder will manage key relationships with clubs, leagues, consultants and internal teams, ensuring high quality development planning, effective league operations and strong alignment with national FA initiatives. They will coordinate club support workshops, accreditation processes, mentoring activity and monthly programme meetings, while contributing to wider areas such as disability football, volunteer development, recreational provision and facility alignment. This role plays a central part in retaining players, improving club environments and ensuring that football in Cornwall remains accessible, inclusive and well supported.
Application Pack
Deadline:
Wednesday 3rd June – 5pm
Interview Date:
Tuesday 16th June 2026 – Cornwall FA HQ, Bodmin, PL31 2RQ
Football Delivery Officer (Coach & Player Development)
The Football Delivery Officer (Coach and Player Development) will lead the growth, quality and sustainability of coaching and player pathways across Cornwall. Aligned with our strategic aim to unleash the full potential of the county’s talent pool, the role works with key stakeholders to ensure coaches and players have access to meaningful, people centred development opportunities at every stage of the game.
The postholder will design and deliver high quality coach development programmes within England Football Accredited Clubs, embedding the principles of the FA Learning Coach Development Framework and ensuring coaches receive impactful mentoring, training and support. They will oversee the delivery of the Girls Emerging Talent Centre (FA Talent Pathway) and Advanced Development Centre, lead the Cornwall Representative Teams programme, and align pathways with partner organisations to maximise opportunities for players and coaches.
This role plays a central part in shaping positive learning environments, strengthening local talent pathways and ensuring that coaching across Cornwall is inclusive, accessible and of the highest standard.
Application Pack
Deadline:
Wednesday 3rd June – 5pm
Interview Date:
Monday 15th June 2026 – Cornwall FA HQ, Bodmin, PL31 2RQ
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Title: Lead Football: Four Key
Company: The FA
Location: Cornwall, UK
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