JOIN OUR LEAGUE COMMITTEE Help shape the future of grassroots football in Shropshire Shropshire Football Association is looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed volunteers to join the committees supporting our County League competitions. We are particularly interested in hearing from people who would like to support one of the following leagues: •
TJ Vickers Shropshire County League
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Shropshire Girls League
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Shropshire Women’s County League
Our League Committees play an important role in supporting the successful operation and continued development of grassroots football across Shropshire.
About the role As a League Committee Member, you will work alongside fellow volunteers and Shropshire FA staff to help ensure the league provides a positive, well-organised and enjoyable football experience for its clubs, teams, players, coaches and officials. Committee members will help contribute to discussions and decisions around areas such as: •
The development and future direction of the league
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Fixtures, competitions and league operations
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Communication and engagement with member clubs
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Supporting league events and cup competitions
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Promoting good standards of behaviour and sportsmanship
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Identifying opportunities to grow and improve the league
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Supporting equality, diversity and inclusion across the competition
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Representing the views and experiences of clubs and participants
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Helping ensure the league remains relevant to the needs of grassroots football
Who are we looking for? You do not need to have previous committee experience. We are looking for people who are passionate about grassroots football and who can bring enthusiasm, ideas and different perspectives to our leagues. You may currently be involved in football as a: •
Club official or volunteer
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Coach or manager
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Player or former player
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Match official
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Parent or supporter
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League or competition volunteer
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Member of the local community
We also welcome applications from people who may not currently have a formal role within football but believe they have skills, experience or perspectives that could benefit the league.
Our values At Shropshire FA, we want everything we do to reflect our values. We are looking for committee members who will help us to be: Inclusive – ensuring football provides opportunities for everyone. Innovative – being open to new ideas and different ways of improving the game. Inspiring – helping create positive football experiences across the county. Trusted – acting with integrity and in the best interests of the game. Transparent – communicating openly and contributing positively to decision-making.
Why get involved? Joining a League Committee provides an opportunity to: •
Make a genuine difference to grassroots football in Shropshire
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Help influence how one of our leagues develops
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Represent the needs of clubs, teams and participants
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Share your experience and ideas
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Develop new skills and experience
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Work alongside people who share a passion for the grassroots game
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Help create the best possible football experience for current and future participants
Commitment League Committee positions are voluntary. Members will be expected to attend committee meetings during the season and contribute positively to the work and development of their chosen league. Meetings may be held either in person at Shropshire FA or virtually, depending upon the needs of the committee.
Interested? If you would like to help shape the future of the: TJ Vickers Shropshire County League Shropshire Girls League or Shropshire Women’s County League we would love to hear from you. How to Apply
Please submit: •
Via the online application link
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/595ed3b3395f4b6b8e26534d447a641b •
Complete the Equality and Diversity Form
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/91b053b160d347d487af1f753153ec48 •
Closing Date: 18th September 2026
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: zoe.vernall@shropshirefa.com
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