Volunteer Academy Scout – U9 to U16

Volunteer Academy Scout – U9 to U16

Crystal Palace Football Club

We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites – our main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy – we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.

London, United Kingdom

Volunteer Weekends

14th January 2026

We are looking for enthusiastic and observant individuals to support our U9–U16 academy recruitment programme. The role involves identifying and reporting on young players with the potential to progress to a salaried position within a professional academy environment. This position is ideal for those looking to gain experience in youth talent identification and player development.

• Attend grassroots weekend fixtures U9-U16.
• Identify players demonstrating high potential for long‑term development.
• Assess technical ability, decision‑making, game understanding, physical profile, and attitude.
• Complete CPFC scouting reports.
• Communicate player recommendations to recruitment staff.
• Act professionally and discreetly at all fixtures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
• Uphold and promote the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

• Good observation and written reporting skills.
• Reliability and willingness to work weekends.
• Commitment to safeguarding.
• Coaching, scouting or playing experience.
• FA / UEFA coaching or scouting qualifications.
• Knowledge of local grassroots and academy football.

At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow. We encourage good relations towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity. We are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the most talented candidates and ensuring that everyone who engages with the club has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone. For disability‑related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact  For further information regarding this vacancy, contact

Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people. All staff share this commitment. The post holder will be required to undergo relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

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