Talent Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Performance Pathway Programme as a Talent Officer, supporting the planning and delivery of key talent development initiatives and programmes. (full details in the downloadable job pack below)

Salary £26,000 to £28,000
Hours Full Time
Contract Contract/Temporary (2 Year Fixed Term (Subject to Funding
Placed On Thu 11th June, 2026
Closes 12:00pm - Mon 6th July, 2026
Sport / Activity Goalball
Job Reference GUK Talent Officer
Interview Date Tue 21st July, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Talent identification: Support the planning and delivery of Talent Identification activity, helping to identify new and emerging players across the UK.
• Database management: Lead on the Talent Identification database; act as the first point of contact for enquiries and ensure accurate, timely record keeping and follow up.
• Children and young people initiatives: Lead on the design and delivery of talent development initiatives and programmes for children and young people.
• Programme delivery: Co ordinate and support delivery of the Goalball Academy and associated pathway activity, working closely with coaching staff and the Performance Pathway Team.
• Aspire Days and Awareness Days: Plan and deliver Aspire Days and Awareness Days, including participant communications, bookings, logistics and on day delivery support.
• ParalympicsGB Talent ID events: Support Goalball UK's involvement in ParalympicsGB Talent ID events, including preparation, staffing, data capture and post event follow up.
• Inclusion initiatives: Jointly lead on inclusion initiatives (e.g., This Girl Can) with the Community Officer, ensuring inclusive practice and clear referral routes into clubs and pathway activity.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build effective relationships with clubs, partners and community organisations to support identification and retention of new talent.
• Monitoring and reporting: Provide regular updates on activity, numbers and outcomes, contributing to internal reporting and continuous improvement.
• Safeguarding and duty of care: Ensure all activity is delivered in line with safeguarding requirements, policies and minimum standards.

How to Apply

We welcome informal enquiries to discuss the role. Please note that applications sent directly to the recruitment email address will not be accepted. To apply, please complete the application form and the equality and diversity monitoring form (optional) below and submit to the designated contact.

Additional Information

Applications close at midday Monday 6th July 2026
Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 21st July at the English Institute of Sport, Sheffield