Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
Academy Driver - Casual
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Academy Transport Driver – Tottenham Hotspur FC
Why Tottenham Hotspur?
Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur FC is an iconic English football club, competing in the Premier League and Women’s Super League. Our global fanbase spans continents, cultures, and generations, and we’ve built a reputation for daring to push boundaries, breaking new ground, and rewriting history.
We’re invested in creating a lasting impact. Our £1bn Stadium—opened in 2019—is North London’s beating heart, generating 4,000 jobs and injecting £300m annually into the local economy. We thrive when we’re all together, as a Club, our teams, and our community.
There is only one Hotspur.
Role Purpose
As part of the Academy Transport Team, you’ll ensure the safe and efficient transportation of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club (THFC) Academy players. Your duties will include:
- Driving the minibus and club vehicles in accordance with UK Highway Code regulations.
- Maintaining passenger, staff, and public safety while operating on the roads.
- Conducting basic vehicle checks (e.g., oil levels, cleaning) to ensure safe operation and prevent deterioration.
You’ll play a key role in transporting young players to and from training grounds, matches, and residences, while upholding the club’s commitment to excellence and adherence to safeguarding policies.
Key Responsibilities
Transport and Driver Duty
- Perform basic daily vehicle maintenance checks (e.g., tyres, fluids,Cleanliness) and log mileage
- Record maintenance reports and accident incidents via designated software
- Maintain vehicle hygiene to ensure clean, safe conditions
- Operate company vehicles safely and legally, in compliance with Traffic Laws and Road Safety Regulations
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- Transport THFC Academy players reliability to:
- Residences
- Training facilities
- Football matches
- Follow pre-assigned routes and schedules with strict adherence
Safeguarding and Welfare
- Have a duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
- Adhere to the club’s safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
- Be vigilant for signs of abuse, neglect, or concerns, reporting appropriately
- Maintain professional boundaries and serve as a positive role model when interacting with young people
- Attend mandatory safeguarding training and stay updated on best practices
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential:
✅ Minimum Grade 7 (or equivalent) in GCSE English and Maths ✅ Full, clean UK driving licence (hold current or near to) ✅ Strong **understanding of UK Road Traffic laws ✅ Awareness of basic safety and security measures ✅ Knowledge of Health and Safety best practices
Desirable:
🔹 Relevant qualifications such as a Category D1 licence 🔹 MiDAS, ISBA Minibus Compliance, or RoSPA training (or willingness to complete) 🔹 FA Safeguarding Children certification
Skills & Experience
Essential:
📌 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment 📌 Effective verbal and written communication 📌 Strong organisation and time management skills 📌 Experience driving a 9-seater people carrier minibus (preferably elite sports/academy setting)
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Desirable:
🔹 Experience driving a 17-seater minibus 🔹 Working in Academy or elite sports environments 🔹 Experience with youth engagement or community transport
Personal Attributes
🔸 Must be flexible, proactive, and highly organised 🔸 Strong time management capabilities 🔸 Passionate about providing positive transport experiences for players and staff 🔸 Requirement to undertake a Practical Driver Assessment
Safeguarding & Recruitment Notice
Safeguarding is at the heart of our organisation. As part of the recruitment process:
✅ All roles undergo Safer Recruitment procedures ✅ Success in this application requires background checks, DBS (previously CRB) confirmation, and reference verification ✅ Candidate retention is subject to On-Work verification
Diversity & Inclusion
The Club* values a diverse community and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender, race, national origin, religion, or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Adjustments Policy
If you have accessibility needs or require special adjustments during the application or interview process, please notify us in advance to ensure your experience is fair and inclusive.
Note: Applications may close early if high volume is received, or for business needs. Early application is advised.
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