Wicketz Activator (Fixed-Term Contract)

Location: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PX

Salary: £23468.21 per annum

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

About Us

The Lancashire Cricket Foundation works across the North West to develop and deliver a range of projects, programmes and events designed to engage, excite, inspire and improve individuals and communities through cricket.

Established as the official charity of Lancashire Cricket the Lancashire Cricket Foundation provides governance for the recreational game and high-quality experiences that make a positive difference to the lives of the individuals and communities we engage in order to grow the appeal of the game at all levels.

Visit: Lancashire Cricket Foundation

The Opportunity

Leading the delivery and ongoing development of The Lord’s Taverners Wicketz programme across Greater Manchester. The role focuses on coaching delivery, personal development workshops, festivals and competitions that nurture sustained engagement for young people aged 8–19 from targeted communities.

The Wicketz Activator will monitor and evaluate the programme to ensure it remains relevant to the target audience and meets the requirements of funding partners.

What You’ll Be Doing

Deliver and grow inclusive, community-led Wicketz hubs that increase participation and promote positive life choices.

• Co-design and deliver youth-led programmes that meet local needs.
• Engage, support and develop young people’s confidence, leadership and life skills through cricket.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, community groups and local stakeholders.
• Recruit, support and upskill volunteers and participants to create a lasting legacy.
• Monitor impact, maintain accurate records and produce reports for stakeholders and funders
• Support wider Foundation programmes, events and fundraising activity.
• Promote programmes across social media and communication channels while upholding high professional and safeguarding standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of sport and community development, with a clear understanding of how sport can create positive social impact.
• The ability to engage and motivate young people and adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience delivering safe, structured and enjoyable sport or cricket sessions in schools, clubs or community settings
• An understanding of cricket development pathways and coaching frameworks (ECB Core Coach Level 2 or willingness to work towards).
• Strong communication, organisational and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet targets.
• Experience supporting young people to develop confidence, life skills and positive behaviours through sport.
• The ability to build strong relationships with schools, community partners and volunteers (with volunteer management experience desirable).
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and safe working practices, including risk awareness and the ability to carry out risk assessments.

What We Offer

At Lancashire Cricket, we take pride in our people and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and rewarding workplace. Our benefits package is designed to support wellbeing, flexibility, and development at every stage of your career.

Wellbeing & security

Enhanced pension scheme | Life assurance scheme | Health Cash Plan | Confidential on-site counsellor

Work-life balance

Enhanced annual leave |  Holiday purchasing | Flexible working arrangements (where the role allows)

Family & life moments

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay | Additional paid leave including birthday leave, grandparent leave, pet adoption leave, and moving house leave

Development & community

One paid volunteer day each year | Up to five personal development days annually | Career break opportunities (subject to eligibility)

Being part of Lancashire Cricket

Two Lancashire Cricket Club memberships | Staff discounts across on-site retail,  Caffè Nero, and Hilton Garden Inn | Regular team events and colleague recognition awards

Safeguarding Statement

Lancashire Cricket Foundation are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children, young people, and adults who engage in cricket. Safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We follow clear policies and procedures to protect individuals from harm, respond swiftly to concerns, and promote a culture of safety, respect, and accountability. All staff and volunteers receive regular safeguarding training and uphold the highest standards of care and protection.

Safer Recruitment and Due Diligence

Lancashire Cricket Foundation follow strict safer recruitment practices to ensure all individuals working with us are suitable and appropriately vetted. This includes thorough background checks, references, identity verification, and, where required, enhanced DBS checks. Our recruitment processes are designed to identify, deter, and prevent unsuitable individuals from working with children or vulnerable adults. We also carry out ongoing due diligence to maintain high safeguarding standards throughout employment or volunteering.

Equal Opportunities

We look forward to hearing from you if you have skills that support our future vision. Lancashire Cricket is an equal opportunities organisation, and we are committed to providing new opportunities and striving for greater diversity. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds.

It is a priority for Lancashire Cricket to ensure our Club appropriately reflects the communities we serve across the North-West. In line with Sport England Guidance, we welcome applications from individuals with the appropriate skills and experience that can contribute to improving diversity of representation and thinking across the Club.