Company Name:
Portsmouth
Location:
Portsmouth
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Position:
Club
Advertising End Date:
02 Aug 2026

About The Role

Job title

Laundry Assistant (two positions available)

Location

Portsmouth FC training ground

Hours of work

Part-Time | 15 Hours per Week | flexible approach to work

Remuneration

National Minimum Wage

 
Role Summary:
 
Love football? Take pride in organisation and attention to detail? We are looking for two reliable and hardworking Laundry Assistants to join our Kit Team and play an important role in supporting the First Team and Academy.

Working alongside our Kit Manager, you will help ensure all playing and training kit is cleaned, prepared and ready to the highest standards for training sessions, fixtures and matchdays.

Don't let the advertised working pattern put you off applying. If you are available for slightly different hours or can offer a little more flexibility, we would still encourage you to apply and tell us about your availability.

Key Tasks:

We have two positions available:

Position 1 – Midweek & Weekend

15 hours per week

Typical working pattern:

  • Thursday (fixed) (5 hours)
  • One additional midweek afternoon (flexible) (5 hours)
  • Sunday (5 hours)

Midweek days may vary depending on the football schedule.

Position 2 – Weekend

15 hours per week

Typical working pattern:

  • Friday (5 hours)
  • Saturday (5 hours)
  • Sunday (5 hours)

A flexible approach to working hours is essential for these positions, as training schedules and fixtures may occasionally require changes.

 What you will be doing

  • Washing, drying, folding and organising training and match kit.
  • Preparing kit and equipment ready for training sessions and fixtures.
  • Supporting the management and organisation of kit stock.
  • Reporting damaged or missing kit.
  • Helping maintain a clean, safe and organised laundry environment.
  • Supporting the Kit Manager with the day-to-day running of the department.
  • Assisting at fixtures when required.
  • Undertaking other reasonable duties as required.

About The Candidate

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Reliable, organised and takes pride in producing high standards of work.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
  • Flexible and willing to adapt to the demands of a professional football environment.
  • A strong communicator with a positive attitude.
  • Previous experience in a laundry, kit or similar role is desirable, although not essential.
  • A full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

About The Club

General Information:

We promote an equal, diverse, and inclusive workplace and we are committed to providing the best experience for our colleagues. As a business we aim to be as representative of as many sections of society as possible, and for each colleague to feel respected and able to give of their best every day. We ensure that we treat people the right way, promote respect and believe that making the most of our differences is the key to the success of our business.

We take a robust approach to modern slavery and human trafficking, and our organisation is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our corporate activities, and to ensuring that our supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking.

Safeguarding
Portsmouth Football Club is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to ensuring that any club related activity will be in a safe environment where children, young people and adults at risk are protected from harm or abuse whilst under our care.

We acknowledge that every child, young person, or adult at risk who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from poor practice and abuse. Portsmouth Football Club recognises that this is the responsibility of every adult involved in our club.

We must always respect the dignity and spirit of all people, including children, young people and adults at risk. Treat everyone fairly, encourage a supportive and positive environment to promote healthy competition, skill development, fun and achievement. Avoid contact or conduct that may be interpreted or defined as inappropriate.

Health and Safety

Portsmouth Football Club is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all employees, contractors, visitors, and others who may be affected by our operations.

As part of this commitment, you are expected to take reasonable care for your own health and safety, as well as that of others. You must comply with the company’s health and safety policies, procedures, and any legal requirements relevant to your role. Together, we aim to maintain a safe and supportive environment that promotes the welfare and security of everyone involved in our activities.

Data Protection

The Club process all personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with complies with Data Protection Act (2018) and GDPR. Data collected as part of the recruitment process is held securely and accessed by, and disclosed to, individuals only for the purposes of managing the recruitment exercise effectively. All data that is deemed unnecessary will be disposed off at the end of recruitment process in line with our GDPR procedure.

Any job description provided to you by the organisation will not form part of your contract of employment unless specified otherwise.

Please note that you share with us the responsibility for making suggestions to alter the scope of your duties and improve the effectiveness of your post.

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