Blackburn Rovers currently have a vacancy for the following role:
To apply, please submit your application through the EFL I-Recruit platform HERE.
CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date for this role is at 5pm on Friday 6th November.
Please see attached documents for further information.
Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic Ltd
Job Description
Job title: Kit Assistant
Department: Kit
Based at: Blackburn Rovers Senior Training Centre, Brockhall Village, Blackburn, BB6 8FA.
Flexibility regarding location is required.
Reports to: Head of Kit
Responsible for: N/A
Hours of work: 35 hours per week plus any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This may include evening and weekend work.
Contractual Status: Permanent
Job purpose: To support the Head of Kit in the efficient and professional management of all football kit, training wear, equipment and associated logistics across the club.
- Duties and responsibilities:
- To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all elite players, promoting their well -being whilst maintaining professional boundaries .
- Support with the day -to-day running of the football kit operation.
- Assist with p repar ing and distribut ing training and match kit for players and staff.
- Ensure all players and staff have the correct kit and equipment for training, matches, travel and other football activities.
- Ensure all football kits and clothing are washed, dried, folded and prepared for timely redistribution to players and coaching staff.
- Operate washing machines and tumble dryers safely and efficiently, selecting appropriate wash cycles, temperatures and detergents in accordance with garment care instructions.
- Inspect garments before and after washing to identify stains, damage, missing items or any clothing requiring additional treatment.
- Monitor laundry supplies, including detergents, fabric treatments and cleaning products, reporting low stock levels and replenishing supplies as required.
- Manage the collection and return of laundry in a timely manner to ensure players and staff have the required clothing available when needed.
- Carry out routine checks of laundry equipment, report faults promptly and follow relevant operating and maintenance procedures.
- Follow health and safety, manual handling, hygiene and chemical -handling procedures at all times, including the safe storage and use of laundry products.
- Assist with the organisation and storage of kit and equipment within the kit room and designated storage areas.
- Ensure kit is correctly labelled, organised and readily available.
- Report any damaged, missing or worn kit to the Head of Kit and arrange replacement where required.
- Ensure all kit and equipment is maintained to the required professional standard.
- Maintain high standards of presentation and organisation within the kit room and surrounding areas.
- Assist with the preparation of all First Team matchday kit and equipment.
Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic Ltd
Job Description
- Ensure used kit and equipment is collected, accounted for and returned following fixtures.
- Assist with the preparation and loading of kit and equipment for away fixtures.
- Ensure daily training kit requirements are prepared and available on time.
- Assist with laundry and kit rotation processes.
- Assist with the preparation and transportation of kit and equipment for domestic and international travel.
- Assist the Head of Kit that all equipment is packed, checked and delivered according to agreed schedules.
- Assist with the organisation of kit requirements for pre -season, training camps, tournaments and overseas tours.
- Support the Head of Kit with regular stock checks and inventory management.
- Support in m aintain ing accurate records of kit issued to players and staff.
- Assist with seasonal kit changes and the introduction of new playing and training ranges.
- Report any operational, health & safety or equipment concerns to the Head of Kit or relevant manager.
- Maintain professional standards at all times when representing the club.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties relating to kit management, laundry services and the wider support of the football department.
- Skills required: • Good organisation al skills ;
- Ability to work under pressure and proactively ;
- Reliable and conscientious ;
- Work s quickly but with care and attention ;
- Ability to work on your own or as part of a team ;
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards ;
- Support other football operations requirements when reasonably required.
- Knowledge required: • Previous kit and/or laundry experience;
- Understand ing of the demands of professional football environment.
- Qualifications required: N/A
DBS check required: Yes (enhanced )
The document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.
How to Apply
Due to high -levels of interest, this post may close early so early application is advised, otherwise the closing date for this role is 5pm on Friday 6th November 2026 . To apply , please submit your application through the EFL I -Recruit platform HERE CV’s will not be accepted.
Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic Ltd
Job Description
Equality and Diversity
Blackburn Rovers FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourab le treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
Safer Recruitment
Blackburn Rovers FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work i n the UK.
