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Head of Sports Psychology (Volunteer)  Supercharge Your CV with KUWFC!

Imagine being at the heart of South London’s women’s football revolution. Kenningwell United Women’s Football Club (KUWFC) isn’t just a team—it’s a movement. As a dynamic, non-profit club competing in National League Tier 7, KUWFC opens the doors to football for women of every background, championing inclusion, wellbeing, and community spirit.

This is where ambition meets opportunity. We are seeking a motivated, newly qualified professional (Junior or Senior 2 equivalent) to step into a pivotal leadership role as our Head of Sports Psychology.

Volunteer with KUWFC and you'll step into an environment buzzing with energy and innovation. Here, you’ll work side-by-side with ex-Chelsea professionals, connect with elite clubs like Crystal Palace and London City Lionesses, and help shape the mental resilience and wellbeing of our athletes.

Why KUWFC? Because here, you don’t just build your resume—you build your legacy.

- Lead the Department: Fast-track your career by gaining a "Head of Department" title early in your journey.

Management Experience: Manage and mentor a 3rd-year graduate student, building crucial leadership skills.

Network with Elite Professionals: Connect with top-tier talent and learn from the best in the industry.

Innovative Practice: Gain hands-on experience implementing cutting-edge sports psychology techniques and athlete wellbeing programs.

Full Club Support: All resources, assessment tools, and team support provided by the club.

Propel Your Career:Earn references and documented hours that will help you stand out for professional sports or NHS roles.

Key Details

Commitment: Sundays (Match Days)
Location: South London
Type: Voluntary (All staff, including students, operate on a volunteer basis)
Resources: Full access to club-provided tools, support, and assessment resources

Core Responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership & Match Day Support

 Lead the implementation of mental wellbeing and performance enhancement strategies on match-day Sundays.

 Conduct individual and group consultations to support player psychological resilience and coping skills.

 Assess and respond to player mental health needs, providing appropriate support and signposting as necessary.

- Oversee the integration of psychological data (e.g., HRV, self-report metrics) into player care plans.

2. Mentorship & Management
- Manage, mentor, and support an enthusiastic

 3rd-year graduate sports psychology or related student.

- Coordinate student rotas and delegate match-day responsibilities to support their professional development.

- Provide constructive feedback to your student assistant on interventions, assessments, and player interactions.

3. Department Operations
- Monitor psychological wellbeing across the squad and maintain confidential, accurate electronic records.
- Ensure all practices comply with National League Tier 7 and professional standards for athlete mental health.

- Deliver occasional educational workshops for players and coaches on mental skills and team cohesion.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential
- Degree in Sports Psychology, Psychology with a focus in Sport, or similar (Newly qualified / Junior / Senior 2 level)

 Professional board registration or eligibility (e.g., BPS, BASES, HCPC, or equivalent)

 Experience or training in athlete mental health support and psychological skills coaching

- Valid professional indemnity insurance
- Availability for Sunday match days

Desirable
- Prior experience working within women’s football or a team sports environment

- Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate between players, coaches, and student staff

- A passion for community health, inclusion, and driving women’s sport forward

Ready to stand out? Ready to make history?

Apply now and join Kenningwell United Women’s Football Club—where your expertise uplifts athletes, shapes the future of football, and propels your own career.

Head of Sports Injury (Volunteer)( Supercharge Your CV with KUWFC!)

Imagine being at the heart of South London’s women’s football revolution. Kenningwell United Women’s Football Club (KUWFC) isn’t just a team—it’s a movement. As a dynamic, non-profit club competing in National League Tier 7, KUWFC opens the doors to football for women of every background, championing inclusion, wellbeing, and community spirit.

This is where ambition meets opportunity. We are seeking a motivated, newly qualified professional (Junior or Senior 2 equivalent) to step into a pivotal leadership role as our Head of Sports Injury

Volunteer with KUWFC and you’ll step into an environment buzzing with energy and innovation. Here, you work side-by-side with ex-Chelsea professionals, connect with elite clubs like Crystal Palace and London City Lionesses, and immerse yourself in cutting-edge athlete monitoring using Kubios and Elite HRV systems.

Why KUWFC? Because here, you don’t just build your resume—you build your legacy.

• Lead the Department: Fast-track your career by gaining a "Head of Department" title early in your journey.
• Management Experience: Manage and mentor a 3rd-year graduate student, building crucial leadership skills.
• Network with Elite Professionals: Connect with top-tier talent and learn from the best in the industry.
• Advanced Tech: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge athlete monitoring (Kubios and Elite HRV).
• Full Club Support: All medical kit, treatment supplies, and team equipment are fully provided by the club.
• Propel Your Career: Earn references and documented hours that will help you stand out for professional sports or NHS roles.

Key Details

• Commitment: Sundays (Match Days)
• Location: South London
• Type: Voluntary (All medical staff, including students, operate on a volunteer basis)
• Equipment: Full medical kit and equipment provided by KUWFC

Core Responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership & Match Day Care

• Lead pitch-side first aid and emergency trauma management on match-day Sundays.
• Conduct acute injury assessments, treatments, and pitch-side rehabilitation for the squad.
• Make definitive, safe return-to-play decisions during high-paced league fixtures.
• Oversee player wellbeing and implement injury prevention strategies using our HRV tracking data. [9, 10]

2. Mentorship & Management

• Manage, mentor, and support an enthusiastic 3rd-year graduate sports therapy/physio student.
• Coordinate student rotas and delegate match-day responsibilities to support their clinical growth.
• Provide constructive feedback to your student assistant on taping, assessments, and pitch-side care.

3. Department Operations

• Monitor medical inventory and manage the restocking of the club-provided medical kits.
• Ensure all equipment complies with National League Tier 7 safety regulations.
• Maintain confidential, accurate electronic medical records for all squad players.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation (Newly qualified / Junior / Senior 2 level).
• Professional board registration or eligibility (e.g., HCPC, SST, BASRaT, or equivalent).
• Valid, advanced pitch-side first aid certificate (e.g., PHICIS, IMMED, FA Level 3 EMMiFF, or equivalent).
• Valid professional indemnity insurance.
• Availability for Sunday match days.

Desirable

• Prior experience working within women's football or a team sports environment.
• Strong leadership communication skills to coordinate between players, coaches, and student staff.
• A passion for community health, inclusion, and driving women's sport forward.

Ready to stand out? Ready to make history?

Apply now and join Kenningwell United Women’s Football Club—where your dedication transforms both players and your own career.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports: Fundraising Managers

Team Structure: Fundraising Team 

Location: Remote, UK-based

Time Commitment: 12 months minimum | Part-time | Flexible hours

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Fundraising to lead and develop our fundraising strategy at a crucial time in Youth Advantage UK's growth. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll oversee a multi-disciplinary fundraising team and play a key role in shaping our strategy to secure the resources needed to support our mission.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising leader who is ready to take on a leadership position, mentor a growing team, and make a tangible impact on the lives of those we serve. You will be instrumental in driving fundraising across diverse channels, from major donor cultivation to digital fundraising and events.

Please note: This is a voluntary and unpaid role, with no financial compensation or future paid opportunities attached. We encourage you to apply if you have relevant/transferrable skills for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Execute Fundraising Strategy – Develop and drive a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes grant fundraising and aligns with the organisation’s mission and financial goals.
• Manage Fundraising Teams – Provide leadership to Fundraising Managers and the Partnerships Lead, ensuring successful delivery across all fundraising channels.
• Build Relationships with Major Donors – Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key donors, stakeholders, and potential partners to secure long-term support.
• Oversee Fundraising Events – Lead and support the planning, execution, and evaluation of fundraising events that engage donors and raise critical funds.
• Digital Fundraising – Oversee online giving campaigns and strategies to increase digital fundraising engagement and revenue.
• Reporting and Budgeting – Monitor fundraising progress, ensuring targets are met, and provide regular reports to the CEO and Board.
• Team Development – Mentor and coach the fundraising team, ensuring they are motivated, developed, and equipped to excel in their roles.
• Strategic Partnerships – Build and nurture community partnerships that expand our reach and increase funding.
• Brand Advocacy – Act as a passionate ambassador for the charity, enhancing its visibility in the charity sector and promoting its mission.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a dynamic leader with the skills and experience to make a positive impact. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong track record across digital campaigns, corporate partnerships and grant fundraising.
• Leadership experience in managing and developing fundraising teams or volunteers.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to think big and execute effectively in a resource-constrained environment.
• Hands-on experience in managing the day-to-day operations of fundraising campaigns while being able to step back and think at a strategic level.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders.
• A passion for the cause – a genuine belief in the mission of Youth Advantage UK and a commitment to making a difference.
• Familiarity with digital fundraising tools and social media platforms for promoting campaigns (desirable but not essential).
• Previous experience in volunteer-led organisations is a bonus.
• Remote working experience or comfort with managing teams virtually.

What You’ll Gain

• A chance to lead a national HR function with real-world complexity and purpose.

• The opportunity to mentor and develop emerging HR talent.

• Practical experience shaping HR strategy within the third sector.

• Recognition through:

o LinkedIn testimonial and reference

o A public thank you post

o Permission to list Youth Advantage UK as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn

o A written reference upon completion of your commitment

Important Information

This role is completely voluntary. There is no financial payment, benefits, or employment status. It is ideal for experienced HR professionals looking to give back, stay active in leadership, or contribute to a values-led organisation in a meaningful way.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about fundraising and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Help us unlock new opportunities for Youth Advantage UK and join our dedicated team of changemakers today.

We are looking for an empathic, friendly, enthusiastic and motivated female volunteer or volunteers to join our Ealing DVA team who offer tailored support to people escaping domestic abuse. In this role you will be supporting the Ealing team with their referral line services.

Volunteers will:

1. Provide effective telephone advice, information and support to women, men and children who are living with or fleeing domestic abuse

2. Advise women, men and professionals via telephone on options for staying safe and independent or to access refuge accommodation.

3. Provide effective telephone advice, information and support to other statutory and voluntary agencies who are seeking advice for their clients who may be experiencing or escaping domestic abuse

4. Cover the Referral and Information line volunteering between the hours of 10:00am - 4:00pm

5. Attend supervision sessions as and when required (face to face and or virtually)