First Team Kit Assistant

WERE RECRUITING: 1ST TEAM KIT ASSISTANT

Location: Rush Green Training Ground

Contract: Full-time

Hours: 37.5 per week

Working Pattern: 5 days across a 7-day week (including evenings and weekends, depending on schedule)

Salary: TBC

Requirements: Full, clean UK driving licence (essential)

Travel: Home & away fixtures, including overnight stays

Expenses: Paid within agreed limits (discussed at interview stage)

Position

Ever wondered who makes sure the squad looks match-ready every single day? This is your chance to be part of the engine room behind the scenes at West Ham United. West Ham United is on the hunt for a Kit Hero to support our 1st Team squads. If youre organised, hands-on, love football, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

Requirements

The Role

Youll play a vital part in ensuring our players and staff are prepared for training and matchdays, home and away.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Preparing training and matchday kits clean, pressed, folded, and ready to go
• Managing kit stock levels, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records
• Printing training and match kit in line with Premier League, EFL, and UEFA regulations
• Supporting home and away fixtures, including travel and occasional overnight stays
• Maintaining a tidy and organised kit room, laundry area, and working environment
• Communicating daily with coaches and staff regarding kit requirements
• Ensuring all training equipment is clean, functional, and well maintained, reporting any issues to the Kit Manager
• Working 5 days out of 7 to support the smooth running of the department

Who Were Looking For

• Hardworking, reliable, and enthusiastic
• Meticulous with excellent attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
• Ability to use initiative and solve problems
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
• Previous experience preferred but not essential
• Full UK driving licence required

Safeguarding Commitment

Were committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children and adults at risk. This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Other Information

Benefits on offer (may vary based on contract type and location)

• 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Pension and life insurance
• Healthcare cash scheme
• Travel season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Priority access to apply for match tickets
• Discounted season tickets
• Staff discounts in the club store, café and our official partners products and services
• Discounted gym membership and onsite fitness room facilities
• Family friendly leave policies
• Company Social events

EDI Statement

The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, aligning with the organisations business and tactical approach to eliminating barriers and addressing inequity. You agree to actively contribute to creating a discrimination-free and inclusive environment, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and benefits, while fostering a culture of dignity and respect that enables everyone to perform and achieve their potential. Candidates must demonstrate their capability and willingness to uphold best practices and procedures, promoting lasting positive change while eliminating biases and barriers to attracting, achieving, and supporting talent from all communities, regardless of background, circumstances, or protected characteristics.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk of harm across all stakeholders. Everyone, including third parties who work with the Club or the West Ham Foundation, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals. Successful candidates must undergo essential background checks before starting their employment, which may include screening of social media. The type of DBS check required will depend on the responsibilities of the position and may be basic, standard, or enhanced. The successful candidate agrees to proactively identify and respond appropriately to any concerns, and follow the Club's Safeguarding reporting procedures to report allegations of abuse, poor practice, or anything that may impact the welfare of a child, young person, or adult at risk without delay, within 24 hours, or as otherwise directed by the Clubs or the West Ham Foundation Safeguarding Team.

Applications

To apply, please submit your application via our careers portal: Deadline: 5pm Wednesday 18th February 2026

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.