Community Engagement Officer

Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, providing high-quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week, alongside managing the Shrub End Community & Sports Centre.

CUCF are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, and committed Community Engagement Officer with high standards and strong work ethic on a full-time basis (32-40 hours per week).

This role within our Community Team will include the delivery of mentoring sessions within schools, creating content for mentors to deliver and supporting various CUCF Health and Inclusion programmes. The successful candidate will provide crucial support to students and participants facing a variety of challenges, helping them achieve their full potential.

As we look to strengthen our team, you will require tenacity and the creativity to overcome obstacles and challenges presented when working within sport and a community environment. This alongside having a pivotal part to play in the success and positive impact on colleagues, schools, participants, their families, and our communities. You will have the power to inspire and motivate people on and off the pitch and playgrounds.

This position is based out of The Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Colchester, CO2 9BG and delivery within schools and community facilities across North Essex .

For more information, please see our Community Engagement Officer Job Pack Click Here

Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Please apply with a CV and Covering Letter.

Closing Date: Friday 16 th October 2026 (Please note that applications may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found).

Interview Dates: WC 19 th October 2026

Proposed Start Date : December 2026/January 2027.

For further details, please contact (FAO: Louis Garbett).