Somerset Park, Tryfield Place, Ayr, KA8 9NB
(Young Person with a disability) - fixed term until 28/02/2027
Salary: £24,346 - £24,646 (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: 25 per week, 52 weeks
How to Apply / Find Out More:
Send a CV and covering letter ( 2 pages max) to
Stuart.Watson@aufa.org.uk and wellbeing@aufa.org.uk
If you would like to discuss the role or need help with your application, please contact: Stuart Watson – Stuart.Watson@aufa.org.uk or Julie Lindsay – wellbeing@aufa.org.uk
This Modern Apprenticeship offers paid employment to a young person with a disability, who is between 16 - 24 years of age and living within the South Ayrshire area, with an interest in working in sport and community initiatives.
This post is specifically for a young person with a disability. Disabilities can be visible or invisible and may affect how a person moves, learns, sees, hears, or thinks.
Examples include (but are not limited to): • Autism • ADHD • Dyslexia, Dysgraphia or Dyscalculia • Dyspraxia • Tourette’s • Other thinking or learning differences (neurodivergence) • Physical disability or long term health condition
The role combines on the job learning, with support, leading to a nationally recognised qualification.
The successful applicant will be employed on a fixed term 18-month contract, working 25 hours per week, and will work towards achieving the SCQF Level 5 and 6 Business Admin.
Closing Date: Sunday 21st September 5pm
Job Title:
Modern Apprentice – Community Activity Administrator (for a Young Person with a Disability)
Salary:
£24,346 - £24,646 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
Fixed-term until 28/02/2027
Hours of Work:
25 hours per week
52 weeks per year
Location:
Ayr United Football Academy
Somerset Park, Ayr
About the Opportunity:
Ayr United Football Academy, in partnership with Enable Works and sportscotland, is offering an exciting Modern Apprenticeship opportunity for a young person (aged 16–24) with a disability, living in South Ayrshire, who has an interest in working in sport and community development.
This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to:
- Build confidence
- Gain workplace experience
- Learn new skills with the help of a supportive team
Who is this for?
This post is specifically for a young person with a disability. Disabilities can be visible or invisible and may affect how a person moves, learns, sees, hears, or thinks.
Examples include (but are not limited to):
- Autism
- ADHD
- Dyslexia, Dysgraphia or Dyscalculia
- Dyspraxia
- Tourette’s
- Other thinking or learning differences (neurodivergence)
- Physical disability or long term health condition
Key Responsibilities:
As a member of the Community Programmes Team, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth delivery and administration of Ayr United Football Academy’s sport and physical activity programmes. With guidance and support, your responsibilities may include:
- Help plan and organise football and multi-sport sessions, holiday camps, school visits, and community events.
- Look after bookings and keep clear registers for all sessions and events.
- Help check sports equipment and make sure it safe to use.
- Collect and enter information about who comes to sessions and what difference the programme makes.
- Help prepare reports for funders and managers.
- Talk with schools, parents, clubs, and community partners to confirm plans and share updates.
- Support promotion of activities, including social media posts, flyers, posters, and newsletters.
- Keep contact lists, databases, and email inboxes tidy and up to date.
- Help prepare and store forms such as consent forms, risk assessments, and other paperwork.
- Join staff training, meetings, and development sessions.
- Follow all health and safety rules, and keep to child protection and safeguarding policies.
Expected Outcomes
The Modern Apprentice will be supported to contribute to meaningful outcomes that align with Ayr United Football Academy’s community objectives and wider sportscotland priorities. These include:
Personal and Professional Development
- Successfully complete the SCQF Level 5 and
- 6 Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration
- Develop key employability skills including communication, organisation, teamwork, and digital literacy
- Build confidence through supported workplace learning within a sport-specific environment
- Gain experience in planning and delivering inclusive physical activity programmes
Increased Participation and Inclusion
- Help with the organisation and smooth running of sport and activity sessions for children, young people, and adults in South Ayrshire.
- · Support with admin tasks to make sure sessions are open, welcoming, and accessible to everyone, including people from underrepresented groups.
- · Assist with paperwork and communication that helps create a safe and friendly environment where all participants feel valued.
Effective Administrative Support
- Provide accurate and timely administrative support that enables smooth running of community programmes
- Contribute to the maintenance of detailed attendance and demographic data for sportscotland reporting and internal planning
- Ensure that all programme documentation is well-organised, compliant, and stored in line with Academy policies
Contribution to Monitoring and Impact Reporting
- Assist in collecting and presenting data to evidence participation trends, reach, and impact
- Support the preparation of case studies, feedback summaries, or infographics to demonstrate programme success and social value
- Help ensure reporting is aligned with funder requirements
Training & Qualification:
- You will receive on-the-job training and support
- You will work towards achieving a SCQF Level 5 and 6 qualification in Business Administration
- You will be supported by both the Academy and Enable Works throughout the apprenticeship
Essential Qualities and Skills:
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Motivated and willing to learn
- Interested in working in sport, community activity, or administration
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Organised, with good attention to detail
- Friendly, approachable and reliable
- Committed to completing the apprenticeship programme
Additional Information:
- Annual leave entitlement will be in line with Ayr United Football Academy terms and conditions
- This post involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007
- Appointment will be subject to PVG Scheme membership or a PVG update
- A conditional offer of employment will be made pending the outcome of these checks
How to Apply / Find Out More:
Send a CV and covering letter ( 2 pages max) to
Stuart.Watson@aufa.org.uk and wellbeing@aufa.org.uk
Closing date Sunday 21st September
If you would like to discuss the role or need help with your application, please contact:
Stuart Watson – Stuart.Watson@aufa.org.uk
Julie Lindsay – wellbeing@aufa.org.uk
Our Commitment:
Ayr United Football Academy is committed to creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment. We celebrate diversity and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the sport and community development sector.