Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust
Health & Wellbeing Manager (Children & Young People)
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Department: Watford FC’s Community Sports and Education Trust - Health & Wellbeing Department
Reporting to: Head of Health & Wellbeing
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: £33,000
Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK
Location: Vicarage Road Stadium, various locations in Hertfordshire and Harrow
Contract Type: One-year fixed-term role with potential for extension, subject to future funding.
Closing Date: 15th September 2026
Interview Date: 24th September 2026
Summary of Your Role
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated Health & Wellbeing Manager to lead and develop our Children & Young People health and wellbeing programmes.
You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of impactful projects and initiatives that support the mental health, wellbeing and personal development of children and young people across Hertfordshire and North West London. This includes leading programmes focused on mental health, violence against women and girls, emotional wellbeing and wider health improvement priorities.
Working closely with the Head of Health & Wellbeing, you will drive programme growth, develop strong partnerships, manage staff and resources, and ensure programmes have a lasting impact on participants while maintaining the high standards associated with Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust.
This is a one-year fixed-term role supporting an innovative and growing area of work. Subject to the successful acquisition of additional funding, there is potential for the post to be extended beyond the initial contract period.
Your Roles and Responsibilities, but Not Limited To
- Lead the development, delivery and growth of Children & Young People health and wellbeing programmes, ensuring they meet identified needs and deliver positive outcomes.
- Manage programme performance, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation processes, ensuring KPIs, targets and contractual requirements are achieved.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, local authorities, health partners, community organisations, funders and other key stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for service development, innovation and programme growth, contributing to the sustainability and expansion of the Trust's health and wellbeing offer.
- Line manage and support the Health & Wellbeing Community Coach, alongside overseeing the recruitment, development and deployment of coaches, volunteers and casual staff.
- Ensure all programmes are delivered in line with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and organisational policies and procedures.
- Support the development of funding applications, tenders and partnership opportunities in collaboration with the Head of Health & Wellbeing.
- Capture and demonstrate programme impact through effective monitoring, evaluation, reporting and participant engagement.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments to promote programmes, engage participants and maximise community impact.
- Champion the Trust's Watford Welcomes values and contribute to creating an inclusive, accessible and welcoming environment for all.
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You Must Have
- Mental Health First Aid qualification.
- First Aid qualification.
- A relevant qualification or experience in health, wellbeing, public health, mental health, education, youth work, sport, physical activity or a related field.
- Experience of developing, coordinating or delivering health and wellbeing programmes for children and young people.
- Experience of managing safeguarding concerns relating to children, young people and adults at risk.
- Experience of line managing, supporting and developing staff, volunteers and/or casual workforce members.
- Experience of building and maintaining effective partnerships with schools, community organisations and key stakeholders.
- Experience of monitoring and evaluating programme performance and outcomes.
- Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
- A passion for improving the lives, health and wellbeing of children and young people.
- A flexible approach to work, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Understanding of the Trust’s commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Safeguarding.
You Ideally Would Have
- Safeguarding Level 2 (or above).
- Suicide Prevention Training.
- Training or qualifications relating to Children & Young People, SEND, neurodiversity, emotional wellbeing or behaviour change.
- Experience of project and event management.
- Experience of partnership working with education, health, local authority or voluntary sector organisations.
- Experience of managing externally funded programmes.
- Experience of budget management.
- Experience of writing reports for funders, partners or commissioners.
- Experience of securing funding, supporting tenders or identifying opportunities for programme growth and development.
- Experience of using data, insight and participant feedback to drive service improvements.
About Us
We are a well-established and forward-looking charity with a long and highly regarded record of delivering a broad range of community-based activities and services. Our work focuses on the key themes of; Football & Education, Health & Wellbeing, Social Inclusion, enhanced by community facilities and supported by a business services department.
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Our Vision: One goal – healthier, happier, stronger communities.
Our Mission: To expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London, to enrich people’s lives, create special memories, and enable positive futures.
Our Values: To be honest, reliable, and trustworthy - Integrity. To be inclusive in all our decision-making - Inclusivity. To be bold and creative in the way we work - Innovation.
Our Culture: We are a values-based and vision-driven charity, who put our people and our beneficiaries at the heart of everything we do and why we do it.
Benefits of Working for Us
- Chance to join an award-winning charity and work alongside colleagues who are determined to utilise the positive power of sport, physical activity and learning for social good.
- Friendly working environment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Investors in People accreditation
- Opportunity to benefit from a range of training and development opportunities
- Free gym usage at our two Community Centres
- Flexible working environment
- Staff kit
- 25 days of Annual Leave entitlement plus bank holiday’s
- Trust pension scheme
- Birthday leave
- Milestone recognition awards
On-site parking available
Our Commitment to You
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding: We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that Trust policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.
Application Process
If you meet the qualifying criteria you will be sent a link to our application form. Please complete and return your application form to your initial application email. We will then consider your application.
If you require any further information or wish to discuss the opportunity, please contact trustrecruitment@watfordfctrust.com
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