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Non-Executive Director – Responsible Business & Safeguarding

Grimsby Town FC


Grimsby Town Football Club was formed in 1878 and are a full-time professional Football Club currently playing in Sky Bet League Two.

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Job Posted
10 Nov 2026
Status
Voluntary
Location
England
Closing date
11 Nov 2026

Grimsby Town Football Club is looking for a Non-Executive Director to provide independent challenge and Board-level assurance that the club is well governed, inclusive, safe and responsible.

The Role

You will provide oversight, challenge and assurance on responsible business, organisational culture, EDI and safeguarding. The role does not involve managing safeguarding cases, conducting investigations or acting as the Designated Safeguarding Officer.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide independent challenge and advice on responsible business, culture, EDI and safeguarding
  • Monitor progress against the EFL Equality Code of Practice
  • Review regular reports on safeguarding risks, incidents, training, safer recruitment and audits
  • Seek assurance that safeguarding policies and escalation routes are clear and effective
  • Meet regularly with the Club Safeguarding Lead and quarterly with the Foundation Safeguarding and EDI Trustee
  • Provide an annual summary to the Board

Key Details

  • Location: Cleethorpes
  • Contract: Voluntary
  • Closing date: 11 November 2026

How to Apply

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Additional Info

Status
Voluntary
Job Type
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
Non-Executive role
Safeguarding
Sport
Football

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