Casual Academy Driver

Based in Manchester, this casual role supports the Academy transport programme by safely moving players and, where required, staff between their homes, schools, training venues, match locations and other approved destinations. Working hours vary with the Academy training and fixture schedule, including evenings, weekends and early-morning or daytime shifts, so the role suits someone who can bring reliability, flexibility and a calm professional approach.

Weekend and evening availability is an essential requirement.

Who We Are

Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and its strong connection to where we come from. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are creating the next chapter, the City way.

Within our Academy transport team, we play an important part in helping young players travel safely and reliably as they move between home, school, training and fixtures. The department works closely with colleagues across the Academy to create a dependable, well-run service that supports both the daily routine and the wider development environment.

The Role

This role is central to the smooth running of Academy transport. You will help ensure players, staff and other authorised passengers travel safely, on time and in line with the standards expected across Manchester City, making sure every journey is delivered with care, professionalism and respect.

Your day-to-day work will include following approved routes and transport instructions, carrying out vehicle checks, keeping the vehicle clean and presentable, using satellite navigation and journey-planning systems, and completing the administrative tasks that help keep operations organised. The work is varied and can include early starts, evenings, weekends and matchday travel depending on the Academy schedule.

You will also work closely with colleagues, families, players and visitors, sharing updates clearly, reporting delays or incidents promptly and following safeguarding, health and safety and transport procedures at all times. In doing so, you will help create a reliable service that supports the Academy environment and the young people who rely on it.

What You’ll Bring

• A valid UK driving licence and the ability to meet the role’s licence-check and insurer requirements
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, early mornings and other variable shifts in line with Academy needs.
• Clear and effective communication skills when working with young people, families, colleagues and visitors.
• Confidence using satellite navigation, journey-planning tools and basic Microsoft Office or administrative systems.
• A professional, safeguarding-aware approach, with attention to detail in vehicle checks, cleanliness and records.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

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Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.