Director of WellbeingAre you passionate about supporting mental wellbeing and creating safer spaces for professional athletes?
We are seeking a Director of Wellbeing to lead our efforts in supporting the health and wellbeing of our players. As the players’ union for those in the Premier League, Women’s Super League and English Football League, the PFA is an organisation that prioritises the voice, welfare, and future of footballers. In this role, you will help shape the care players receive both during and beyond their playing careers.
In this influential leadership role, you’ll direct the PFA’s wellbeing strategy, ensuring that our members receive the highest level of support and care—whether facing injury, contract transitions, or retirement. You will manage a team of experts delivering support and high-quality wellbeing programmes across the footballing community.
You’ll work across the professional game, advising clubs, partners, and governing bodies on wellbeing best practices. You will also take the lead on safeguarding, ensuring robust and compassionate responses to concerns, and creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults at risk.
We are looking for someone with experience in leading wellbeing programmes in the sports industry. Proven leadership experience in wellbeingExperience providing one-on-one confidential support to athletes experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, performance pressures, or personal challengesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsRelevant qualifications in counselling, mental health, or related fieldsYou’re approachable, values-driven, and passionate about helping others thrive. This role can be based in either our London or Manchester office.
The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of The Professional Footballers’ Association to appoint a Director of Wellbeing . All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.
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