Impact & Inclusion Apprentice

Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. 
 
During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. 
 
One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.        

From the 2025/26 season, we will embark on an exciting journey at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,888-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey.

In doing so, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.  

About the opportunity: 

The Impact & Inclusion Apprentice will play a pivotal role in advancing Everton Football Club’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives. Reporting to the Head of Equity & Inclusion, this position is ideal for an individual who is eager to support key initiatives that foster a more inclusive and sustainable culture within the company.

As a core part of the team, the successful applicant will contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of projects that promote an equitable and inclusive organisation and support the company’s social and environmental sustainability goals. Reporting to the Head of Equity & Inclusion, this position offers valuable exposure to both EDI and wider ESG workstreams. This is a unique opportunity for someone eager to contribute to both inclusivity and sustainability, gaining well-rounded experience while making a meaningful impact across the organisation.

This is a development opportunity specifically linked to undertaking the completion of the Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship standard, to which some eligibility criteria apply.

To be eligible to undertake the apprenticeship scheme, applicants should not currently be in education or already be enrolled on an apprenticeship framework.

For an expanded scope of work and a detailed breakdown of responsibilities, qualifications, and the overall role, please review the full job description. 

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.            

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced or Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here             

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion       

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - careers@evertonfc.com        

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.