Education Officer (PGA)

Location: Staplewood Campus

Hours: Part Time (22.5 Hours per week)

Contract Type: Permanent

Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Childs Barred List

What is the role?

We are looking for an Education Officer to lead, design and quality-assure the Education Programme across the Girls Professional Game Academy (PGA), ensuring every player receives personalised, high-quality academic support which has been developed in partnership with the player and their parents/carers and is effectively aligned with the football programme.

What will you be doing?

You will take responsibility for the education of young players, ensuring they are equipped with the academic, vocational and personal development foundations that prepare them for life in, through and beyond a playing career, supporting their long-term wellbeing, career adaptability and informed decision-making.

Acting as the PGA’s strategic lead and primary point of contact for all education providers (including schools, colleges, universities and awarding bodies), you will ensure clear communication, robust relationships and coordinated scheduling that balances learning, training and competition demands.

Working collaboratively within the team, particularly with the Player Lifestyle Lead, you will ensure education considerations are embedded within holistic player development, while maintaining clear professional boundaries and accountability for education provision. You will create and sustain a safe, inclusive and aspirational education environment which supports individual ambition, manages academic pressure effectively and meet all FA PGA Licence and safeguarding requirements.

You have a focus on providing education continuity and coordinated arrangements for players experiencing changes in playing environment, including loan moves, academy dual registration and academy contract transitions.

Is this you?

You are a passionate education professional who is proactive and organised with the ability to build strong working relationships with an understanding of the importance of maintaining professional boundaries.

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience 

• QTS or QTLS (with active SET membership for QTLS)
• Teaching, tutoring or mentoring 
•  Worked with external providers and navigating dual career providers.
•  Multi-disciplinary working in environment with demanding schedules.
•  Enhanced DBS, Safeguarding qualification & EFAIF
•  Understanding of loan moves, ADR’s with impact to education and welfare.
•  Experience coordinating DISE programme or similar.

How this benefits you… 

If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefits package; 

• Access to 1 free match ticket for every home league game
• Access to our staff Health & Wellbeing initiatives (Mental & Physical Health).
• Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise.
• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Worldwide Travel Insurance for you and your family.
• Learning & Development opportunities - supporting you to develop your potential and achieve in your career.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Collaborative & inclusive working culture.

How can I apply? 

Just click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV. 

The closing date for this role is 16 July 2026. 

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received. * 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect everyone to share this commitment. You will be required to adhere to all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk and to ensure that Southampton Football Club is free from discrimination and harassment.

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.