Referee Development Officer

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Referee Development Officer to lead the growth, training, and progression of football referees across West Riding FA.

You will be responsible for the recruitment, retention and progression of all levels of referees.

From organising and delivering referee education and training for new referees, creating an ongoing and progressive training programme that offers support to all levels of the game and working closely with clubs and leagues to ensure referee coverage and quality, you will play a vital role in the journey of every West Riding FA referee.

To learn more, please download our recruitment pack here

To apply, please complete this APPLICATION FORM

Closing date: 5pm on 24th August 2026

Interviews: Thursday 3rd September 2026

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

We (West Riding FA) are committed to equality and diversity. We strive to be fully representative of the community we serve by ensuring that all applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.

Please complete the Diversity Monitoring Form. Completing this form is voluntary. You are not obliged to answer any of these questions but the more information you supply, the more effective our monitoring will be. All information detailed will be treated anonymously and not be shared with the Recruitment Panel for the role you are applying for.