ABOUT FIRST KICK FOUNDATION

First Kick Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation committed to improving physical and mental wellbeing through accessible sport, health, and enrichment programmes. We work with children, young people, and families across Preston and the wider North West — delivering school-based sport, HAF holiday provision, and targeted community initiatives that create real impact.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an organised, driven, and community-focused Community Engagement Officer to support the effective, high impact delivery of First Kick Foundations community provision which covers the following delivery areas; Health Lifestyles, Education, Mentoring, Behaviour change, Youth Work and Physical Activity.

RECRUITMENT & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

· Build partnerships with schools, families, referral partners, and youth organisations to promote engagement and broaden access.
· Act as a friendly and knowledgeable point of contact for community members seeking programme information and support.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As Community Engagement Officer, you’ll be the friendly face of the Foundation — building strong connections with families, schools, referral partners, and local organisations. You’ll drive service user recruitment, support communications and outreach, and help ensure our programmes are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
You will be responsible for ensuring high quality, effective of the Foundation’s programmes is achieved across all of First Kick Foundations delivery strands.