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NEW VACANCY: CLUB DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

BF is recruiting a Club Development Officer to support the growth and development of clubs. The application deadline is Friday 21st August 2026.

About the role:

Our members are the fencers, clubs, coaches, referees and countless volunteers who make up the BF community. We aim to support them on every step of their development journeys, helping them to realise their goals in a safe, enjoyable and respectful environment.

We believe that fencing is for everyone and through our social impact programmes, we aim to deliver a positive impact on people’s lives.

The Club Development Officer will play a role in supporting clubs to grow participation, foster inclusive and supportive club environments and integrate social impact projects into the fencing ecosystem. They will work with colleagues from across BF and England Fencing to develop resources and provide the relevant support that is needed for fencing clubs.

Click here to view the full PDF job description and person specification.

We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to receive clear, understandable information from BF.

Please contact recruitment@britishfencing.com if you require the job description and person specification in a different format.

How to apply:

To apply for the role, please email your CV with a brief cover letter (ideally as one document) to: recruitment@britishfencing.com with “Ref:6942 Club Development Officer” in the subject title.

  • Copy of your CV.
  • Covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining your experience and suitability for the role, taking into account the job description and person specification.

Application deadline: Friday 21st August 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 8th / Wednesday 9th September 2026

If you are shortlisted for the role, interviews will take place in a fully accessible venue. Alternatively, there is the option to conduct interviews virtually.

If you have any accessibility needs, please let us know in advance so we can make reasonable adjustments.