Watford FC's Community Sports & Education Trust is recruiting a Fundraising Co-ordinator Apprentice to join its fundraising team and work towards a Level 3 Fundraiser Apprenticeship.
Department: Business Services Team.
Reporting to: Fundraising Manager.
Salary: £23,205 per year.
Contract: Fixed term for 18 months, comprising a 15-month apprenticeship plus probation period, with the opportunity to progress on successful completion.
Hours: 35 hours per week.
Location: Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford WD18 0ER, with travel to other Trust sites as required.
Closing date: 29 November 2026.
Interview date: 10 December 2026.
The role offers hands-on experience across fundraising, events, supporter engagement and corporate partnerships. Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, the apprentice will support activities that generate income for the Trust's community programmes across Hertfordshire and London.
Applicants must have GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths; strong communication and interpersonal skills; good organisational skills and attention to detail; confidence using Microsoft Office; a positive attitude and willingness to learn; and an interest in fundraising, charities and community impact.
Experience in volunteering, customer service or community engagement, supporting events or projects, understanding the charity sector, using social media and digital communication platforms, and an interest in sport's power to change lives are desirable.
Benefits include the Level 3 qualification, training and development, Employee Assistance Programme, free gym access at community centres, staff kit, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday leave, pension scheme, milestone recognition awards and flexible working where appropriate.
To apply, submit a CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you would like to join Watford FC's Community Sports & Education Trust through the Trust's application form.
For further information, contact trustrecruitment@watfordfc.com.
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Department: Business Services Team.
Reporting to: Fundraising Manager.
Salary: £23,205 per year.
Contract: Fixed term for 18 months, comprising a 15-month apprenticeship plus probation period, with the opportunity to progress on successful completion.
Hours: 35 hours per week.
Location: Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford WD18 0ER, with travel to other Trust sites as required.
Closing date: 29 November 2026.
Interview date: 10 December 2026.
The role offers hands-on experience across fundraising, events, supporter engagement and corporate partnerships. Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, the apprentice will support activities that generate income for the Trust's community programmes across Hertfordshire and London.
Applicants must have GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths; strong communication and interpersonal skills; good organisational skills and attention to detail; confidence using Microsoft Office; a positive attitude and willingness to learn; and an interest in fundraising, charities and community impact.
Experience in volunteering, customer service or community engagement, supporting events or projects, understanding the charity sector, using social media and digital communication platforms, and an interest in sport's power to change lives are desirable.
Benefits include the Level 3 qualification, training and development, Employee Assistance Programme, free gym access at community centres, staff kit, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday leave, pension scheme, milestone recognition awards and flexible working where appropriate.
To apply, submit a CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you would like to join Watford FC's Community Sports & Education Trust through the Trust's application form.
For further information, contact trustrecruitment@watfordfc.com.