Work for us

Do you want to work for an organisation that helps change the lives of 20,000 people each year?

Based at the Beacon of Light, we believe that the successful recruitment, retention and development of staff alongside a values-led culture is vital to our success.

As part of our team you can look forward to: 

Head of Finance

The Foundation of Light is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and qualified leader for the role of Head of Finance which has become available as part of our new 2025-2030 strategy implementation.

The successful candidate will lead the Foundation’s finance function, providing professional leadership, day-to-day oversight, and strategic insight to ensure the financial health and integrity of the organisation.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ciaron Brunning, Financial Controller, at ciaron.brunning@foundationoflight.co.uk to arrange a call.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light.

Interested applicants should request an application pack from gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk or download the packs below. 

Application Form | Job Description 

Closing Date: Friday 24 October

Head of Football in the Community

The Foundation of Light is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and qualified leader for the role of Head of Football in the Community which has become available as part of our new 2025-2030 strategy implementation.

Over the next five years we aim to increase the number of opportunities for male and female aspiring footballers through a range of coaching programmes that engage participants from all age ranges and ability levels.

The successful candidate will lead the department responsible for delivering football programmes by developing a player pathway suitable for all ages and abilities and ensuring programmes are delivered to a high standard.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jamie Wright, Managing Director, at jamie.wright@foundationoflight.co.uk to arrange a call.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, with the Foundation delivering across Sunderland, South Tyneside, and County Durham. 

Interested applicants should request an application pack from gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk or download the packs below. 

Application Form | Job Description 

Closing Date: Friday 24 October

Head of Future Pathways

The Foundation of Light is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and qualified leader for the new role of Head of Future Pathways which has been introduced as part of our new 2025-2030 strategy.

Over the next five years we aim to reduce the number of young people and adults who are not in employment, education or training through innovative programme delivery and person-centred support.

The successful candidate will lead the department responsible for delivering programmes for young people and adults not in education, training or employment.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jamie Wright, Managing Director, at jamie.wright@foundationoflight.co.uk to arrange a call.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, with the Foundation delivering across Sunderland, South Tyneside, and County Durham. 

Interested applicants should request an application pack from gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk or download the packs below. 

Application Form | Job Description 

Closing Date: Friday 24 October

Matchday Lottery Sellers

We are looking for outgoing, part time lottery sellers to support the sale of Ha’way and Play lottery tickets on home matchdays at the Stadium of Light.

We are looking for candidates who are self-motivated, energetic and reliable and who are willing to interact with supporters.

Hours: On home matchdays, 3 hours (weekends and evenings)

Full training will be provided.

Interested applicants should email their CV to gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk

Goalkeeping Coach - Casual

The Football in the Community team are looking to recruit a highly motivated Goalkeeper Coach to work on our successful Player Development Centre and Emerging Talent Centre programmes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coaching, goalkeeping and a commitment to educating and developing players.

The successful candidate will ideally have a UEFA B or as a minimum a UEFA C (FA Level 2) goalkeeping qualification.

The role will be based across multiple venues in the region and will be delivering evening sessions on a casual basis.

Interested applicants should request an application pack or send a CV to gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk

Application Form | Job Description 

Foundation of Light – EDI Statement
The Foundation of Light (FOL) promotes Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and challenges all forms of discrimination through its internal operations and in the delivery of its services in accordance with and commitment to the 2010 Equality Act. The FOL protects the rights of individuals and advances equality of opportunity for all.  It demonstrates the FOL’s commitment to continuous improvement in EDI to create meaningful and sustainable change.