Accrington Stanley have an exciting opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic, and positive outgoing individual to join the club as a Furry Mascot (Voluntary).
As the face of the club, the Furry Mascot will play a crucial role in enhancing the matchday experience for the fans and creating unforgettable memories.
Your performances will not only entertain, but also inspire our fans, and embody the spirit and values of the club.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform before, during, and after matches to entertain and engage with fans of all ages.
- Work closely with the Commercial, Events, and Hospitality teams to create engaging half-time shows and fan interactions.
- Participate in community and charity events, representing the club in a positive light.
- Interact with fans, especially younger supporters, in a friendly and respectful manner, ensuring a fantastic matchday experience.
- Pose for photographs and participate in fan meet-and-greets.
- Assist in promoting club events and initiatives on social media, and during public appearances.
- Uphold the values and image of the club at all times, while in costume.
- Be a visible and approachable symbol of the club, enhancing brand visiblity and fan loyalty.
- Work closely with the Commercial and Communications teams to maximise engagement opportunities, and contribute to social media content.
- Co-ordinate with event management for appearances and performances at club events.
- High energy, enthusiastic, and a positive, engaging personality.
- Excellent non-verbal communication skills, as the role involves performing in a costume without speaking.
- Ability to work well in a team and independently.
- Comfortable performing and interacting with crowds in a large costume.
- Previous experience in performance, entertainment, or as a mascot is preffered, but not essential.
- Availability on matchdays, weekends, and some evenings for events is essential.
- Must pass a background check.
- An opportunity to be part of a passionate team and community.
- Unique experiences and the chance to meet a variety of people.
If you're ready to bring joy and excitement to our fans and become an iconic part of the club's culture, please contact Warren Eastham via email, briefly explaining why you're the perfect fit for one of our Furry Mascots.
Accrington Stanley Football Club is committed to a policy of treating individuals fairly and recruiting, selecting, training, and promoting based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria.
We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Safeguarding
Accrington Stanley Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role involves the supervision of and working with children and young people.
The role will require CRC check through the DBS and clearance for work in football by The FA.
As the role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the applicant must disclose all previous convictions, including spent convictions.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Accrington Stanley Football Club's commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is to confront and eliminate discrimination, whether by reason of age, gender, gender assignment, sexual orientation, marital status or civil partnership, race, nationality, ethnicity (race), religion, ability or disability, pregnancy or maternity, and to encourage equal opportunities (Protected Characteristics, Equality Act 2010).
Employees of Accrington Stanley Football Club must ensure a positive commitment towards Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion by treating others fairly and not committing any form of discrimination, victimisation, or harassment of any description, and to promote working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.
