Job Title: Youth Board Member

Department: Targeted Intervention

Location: Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX

Contract Type: Volunteer

Eligibility: Young people aged 12 to 17 years. Membership of the Youth Board will end when a member reaches their 18th birthday.

Closing Date: Friday, 9th October 2026

Interview Dates: Monday, 26th October 2026, Tuesday, 27th October 2026 and Wednesday, 28th October 2026.

About Us:

Burnley FC in the Community (BFCitC) is the award-winning official charity of Burnley Football Club. Driven by our mission to empower, connect and inspire people to thrive, we deliver life-changing programmes and services that make a lasting difference across Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Ribble Valley and West Yorkshire.

Through the power of football and the strength of our communities, we support thousands of people of all ages each year to improve their health, wellbeing, education and life opportunities. Our passionate and dedicated team works across a wide range of projects, creating positive change where it is needed most.

We believe Burnley and the surrounding areas are home to exceptional people and vibrant communities. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact while working for an ambitious, values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of something bigger.

Why Join Us?

At Burnley FC in the Community, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. You'll join a supportive and ambitious team that is passionate about creating positive change, while benefiting from opportunities for professional development.

Role Purpose:

The Youth Board exists to ensure the voices of young people are heard, valued, and reflected in the organisation's services, programmes, and decision-making. Youth Board Members work together to represent their peers, provide feedback on sessions and programmes, contribute to recruitment activities, review policies and procedures to ensure they are youth-friendly, and help develop social action projects. They collaborate across departments, strengthen community connections, and play an active role in shaping services that meet the needs and aspirations of young people.

Your Contribution & Impact:

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in regular Youth Board meetings.

• Represent the views and experiences of peers.

• Contribute to session and programme evaluation.

• Support the planning and delivery of social action projects.

• Review policies and procedures to ensure they are youth-friendly and accessible.

• Suggest and support ways to engage and connect with the local community.

• Participate in recruitment activities where appropriate.

• Work collaboratively with different departments across the organisation.

• Contribute to discussions, engagement activities, and decision-making processes.

• Champion youth voice and promote meaningful participation.

Skills & Qualities

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Respect

• Creativity

• Problem Solving

• Responsibility

• Reliability

• Professionalism

General

• To work towards agreed objectives.

• Comply with all Charity policies.

• Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.

• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.

• Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.

• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.

• Always demonstrate the Charity’s values which are: Resilient, Inclusive, Integrity and Passion.

About You:

To be successful within this role, you will:

• Be passionate about making a positive difference for young people in your community.

• Be aged within the organisation's eligible Youth Board age range.

• Have an interest in sharing your ideas, opinions, and experiences to help shape services.

• Be willing to listen to and represent the views of other young people.

• Have good communication and teamwork skills or be keen to develop them.

• Be respectful of different perspectives and committed to promoting inclusion and diversity.

• Be reliable and able to attend Youth Board meetings and related activities where possible.

• Be confident contributing to discussions, or willing to build your confidence over time.

• Be interested in reviewing programmes, projects, policies, and services to ensure they meet the needs of young people.

• Be enthusiastic about working with staff, volunteers, and young people from different backgrounds.

• Be willing to learn new skills and take part in training and development opportunities.

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and commitment to the organisation's values and mission.

Please email HR@burnleyfc.com to request a copy of the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Safeguarding Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold our safeguarding responsibilities.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be met by the Charity.

In line with statutory safeguarding guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search may be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, appropriate safeguarding checks, and an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation background.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates who require support at any stage of the recruitment process.

Armed Forces Covenant Statement

Burnley FC in the Community proudly supports veterans, reservists, service leavers, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.

We recognise the valuable skills, experiences, and qualities that military personnel bring to the workplace and are committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community as part of our ongoing support of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Mental Health Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across the organisation.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees feel able to seek support, discuss wellbeing openly, and access appropriate resources when needed. We recognise the importance of both physical and mental health and are dedicated to helping our people thrive both personally and professionally.