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About Us

Goalball UK is the national governing body for the Paralympic sport of goalball in the United Kingdom.

We are proud to be a registered charity, where our mission is to develop and promote the sport of goalball, creating opportunities for people with visual impairments to participate and compete at all levels.

Goalball UK also provides support and guidance to players, coaches, officials, and clubs across the country, with a focus on promoting inclusivity and equality in sport.

The organisation also works closely with schools and community groups to introduce goalball to new players and raise awareness of the sport’s benefits.

Through its partnerships with other organisations, Goalball UK strives to increase the visibility and accessibility of goalball, both nationally and internationally. The organisation also hosts events and three levels of competitions throughout the year.

As a sport, goalball offers a unique and exciting experience for players and spectators alike. With its emphasis on teamwork, communication, and skill, goalball is a sport that is accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background.

About The Role

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.

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-the-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. 

Further Information

How to apply

We welcome informal enquiries to discuss the role, these should be addressed to Faye Dale-Cook, Talent and Inclusion Director, at faye.dale-cook@goalballuk.com. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

To apply, please complete the application form and the equality and diversity monitoring form (optional) below and send to Andrew Crawford at andy@crawfordhr.com. Please note any applications made outside of the application form will not be accepted.

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.

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Closing date: 6th July 2026