Volunteers

The lifeblood of the game

Football is not just about the players on the pitch. The FA is committed to supporting the volunteers in football that make up the backbone of grassroots football. Without volunteers the game at grassroots level would not exist as we know it.

A well-run club should feature the backroom staff of a Fixtures Secretary, fundraisers, a welfare/child protection officer and a Chairperson to oversee the club’s constitution, as well as the frontline first aiders to act as physios and team coaches.

The FA recognises the value of volunteers and provides guides to clubs on how to recruit, retain and reward volunteers.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER IN FOOTBALL?

If so, please contact Paul Carpenter to have a chat about the opportunities and support available.

Paul can be contacted on 01432 342179 or by email paul.carpenter@herefordshirefa.com

VOLUNTEER VACANCIES - HELPING YOUR CLUB, SCHOOL OR ORGANISATION TO RECRUIT
Does your club have a volunteer vacancy that you would like us to help you advertise? If so please download the VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FORM and GUIDEANCE on how to complete the form by clicking on the links on the right. Please complete one volunteer opportunity form for each volunteering opportunity vacancy that you have before returning the form to Paul Carpenter at the HFA.

When we receive your forms your vacancy will be added to the National Volunteer database www.do-it.org.uk. No name or address information will be included on the website. When a potential volunteer registers their interest in your vacancy you will be contacted by Herefordshire Voluntary Action who will discuss the next step with you. Shoul you wish to proceed and interview a potential volunteer please follow the recommended FA recruitment guidelines that are available on the right.

With your permission, your vacancy will also be included on the HFA website, in HFA bulletins and other publications with your permission