The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond.
The Role
The Visually Impaired Cricket Development Officer will give more young people with a visual impairment the chance to play cricket regularly by growing and delivering the Super 1s programme in targeted areas, attracting new participants, and supporting coaches to build their skills and confidence.
About You
You will be an organised, proactive and people-focused individual with a passion for disability sport. You’ll bring strong communication skills, confidence, and a positive, can‑do approach to working as part of a busy team.
Qualifications
- Effective communication skills, with reliable teamwork and interpersonal skills
- The ability to collaborate and build partnerships
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- The ability to work independently and use initiative
- Willingness and ability to travel as required.
- A proactive, positive approach.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Five additional holiday days between Christmas and New Year – Dates vary annually
- Pension contribution of 6%
- Group Income protection (long‑term incapacity pay)
- Critical illness Cover
- Group Life assurance (death in service)
- Health Cash Plan
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Two volunteering days
- Birthday day off
- Season ticket loan
- Flexible Working
- Wellbeing plan
Safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions. As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.
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