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As the not-for-profit governing body of football in England, The Football Association [The FA] is responsible for promoting and developing every level of the game. From grassroots to the professional tiers, we generate the revenue needed to invest over £180m into English football each year. We oversee England’s international teams across men’s, women’s, youth, and disability football, alongside running the National League System and world-renowned competitions like the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. Through our world-class facilities at Wembley Stadium and St. George’s Park, our mission remains clear: to Unite the Game and Inspire the Nation.
Football is a game for all, where anyone can change the world. Our 2024-2028 strategy, 'Inspiring Positive Change Through Football', builds on four years of unprecedented growth. We have seen the power of the game to step up when times are tough—providing education, empowerment, and a sense of belonging. Now, we are doubling down on our commitment to ensure football is a force for good in every community, impacting health, well-being, and social cohesion across the country.
Our core focus for 2024-2028 centres on four ‘Game-Changer’ priorities:
This is supported by our updated Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion strategy, 'A Game Free From Discrimination', which focuses on three key pillars:
Football means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. Whether it is the dream of elite excellence or a way of connecting with a local community, we believe everyone should have the chance to play their part. As we look toward the future and the hosting of UEFA EURO 2028, we ask: what will the game look like in ten years?
That is for you to decide.
Our Venues
Our jobs are UK wide, as well as two world-class venues:
St. George’s Park in Burton-on-Trent is The FA’s National Football Centre.
Wembley Stadium reopened in May 2007. This iconic landmark hosts everything from football matches to rock concerts and other popular events that demand world-class facilities.
The FA are Stonewall Diversity Champion and PRIDE partner. As a sport and industry, football continues to embrace the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Tran...
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FOOTBALL YOUR WAY What’s it all about? If you’re a footballer living with disability, Football Your Way offers...
There is a growing appreciation of the benefits and importance of creating environments in which people can be more open about their mental well-...
With almost three million active female players, football is the biggest women’s team sport in England but there is plenty of room for more peo...
Please be aware that unless you are on a home-based contract, your contract with The FA will specify a fixed location of either Wembley Stadium, St. G...
Initiatives in the workplace to support the wellbeing of employees. Examples of these can include: an employee assistance programme mentoring or c...
The FA Group is committed to being socially responsible as part of our day-to-day business operation at Wembley Stadium and St. George’s Park, and in...
“We believe that diversity also needs to be reflected at Board level. The FA already meets Sport England’s code for sports governance. The code requir...
Faith in Football Working Group The Faith in Football Working Group was established in June 2011. The aims of the group are: to use footba...
The FA is committed to increasing diversity in football's future leadership. One of our focus key areas is to educate and improve understanding of dif...
Inclusion and diversity training is one tactical component of The FA's D & I strategy. The training provides the knowledge, skills and tools in gainin...
At The FA Group, we define sustainability as ‘the need to be efficient in the present and ensure that we protect the needs of future generations’. Su...
We have announced our new three-year equality, diversity and inclusion strategy, which will run until 2024 and forms an integral part of our long...
One of The FA’s core values is inclusion and making football For All, therefore we try and ensure all that we do is inclusive of all communities. We h...
We are a purpose-driven and values-led organisation, so it is really important that our core values represent who we are now – and who we want to be in the future.
We set ambitious standards, trying to improve ourselves and exceed our goals.
We have a shared passion to work together to deliver results better than could be achieved alone.
Difference adds richness to what we do and makes us stronger as a team.
2 WORLD CLASS NATIONAL VENUES
We’re proud of our iconic Wembley Stadium… the national stadium of England, the home of English football and host to a wide range of other iconic world-class events. With 90,000 seats, it’s the largest sports venue in the UK, and the second largest in Europe. Our National Football Centre, St. George’s Park in Staffordshire provides a unique setting to develop and inspire high performing teams and leaders.
2X MORE WOMEN AND GIRLS PLAYING AND WATCHING
That’s double in just the last four seasons. Imagine what we can do for women’s football in the next four! We’re determined that in England, football must be a game where the opportunities for every girl to play are the same as for every boy.
13 OUTDOOR PITCHES IN ST. GEORGE’S PARK
The FA’s national football centre, the home of our national teams and FA Education, delivering football learning courses across the country, St. George’s Park comprises 330-acres, including one pitch that’s an exact replica of Wembley.
800 COACHES TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PER YEAR
Good coach education is key to the future of English football. That’s where St. George’s Park comes into the picture. An inspirational centre for just that, raising standards and elevating coaching as a profession.
2146 REGISTERED FEMALE REFEREES
That’s from elite to grassroots level – and a 72% increase since 2016. We’ve worked hard to actively ensure there are opportunities for all people from all backgrounds to get involved in the game as referees.
5000 NEW QUALITY PITCHES BY 2024
Without a good quality pitch to play on, there can be no game. That’s why we aim to build and improve 5000 pitches across England, raising the game for everyone by 2024.
75,427 VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are the backbone of grassroots football, and we have dedicated, passionate people giving their time all over England.
234,551 TOTAL COACHES SINCE 2010
We’re committed to building a greater presence in every community, on every pitch, in every part of the country. That means always providing our coaches with the skills they need to excel.
OVER 1 MILLION GRASSROOTS PLAYERS REGISTERED ONLINE
We’re investing in the game from the ground up. This includes making it ever easier for clubs to register with us, through better technology and extra support.
14 MILLION PLAYERS
We’re helping and supporting people of all ages to enjoy playing football. Community football is the beating heart of our organisation, and we’re determined to grow it from strength to strength.
VERCIDA Employer Excellence Awards 2026 – Faith Champion
The FA is proud to be named a Faith Champion at the VERCIDA Employer Excellence Awards 2026, a distinction earned through the authentic engagement and appreciation of the job-seeking public.
Unlike traditional awards, this recognition is data-driven, reflecting high levels of interest in our stories of religious observance and our proactive approach to multi-faith inclusion. By fostering a workplace that celebrates all faiths and developing policies that actively support a diverse workforce, we have created an environment where every individual feels valued. This award serves as a testament to our ongoing commitment to ESG principles and our dedication to building a truly equitable and inclusive culture for all.
Inclusion within the FA
The FA and football’s work involves a wide range of inclusion projects and programmes.
Here is a flavour of some key FA supported projects:
Diversifying the decision making roles in football
The business case for diverse representation at board level is well researched and proven in business. More diverse boards make more rounded business decisions and account for a better bottom line
Supporting more talented women at board level
There are a lack of women in leadership roles in football, particularly in the boardroom, including at The FA and the game is working collaboratively to address this.
An example of this is a new exciting programme, spearheaded by The FA and supported by the Premier League, English Football League, Professional Footballers’ Association, League Managers Association and Professional Game Match Officials. The programme being delivered in partnership with the Institute of Directors is working with 10 talented women from across the game, to support their development as Board Directors. It engages experienced chairmen, directors and CEOs in football to ‘sponsor’ each participant, so beyond the course delivery and individual coaching, they are supported, advocated for and will be introduced to key networking opportunities via their sponsors.
Supporting black and Asian players at board level
The FA continues to support the ‘On the Board’ programme, spearheaded by the Professional Footballers’ Association, set up to help equip former professional players, predominantly from black and Asian communities, with good governance skills. The programme also provides graduates with the knowledge they need to apply for board related roles. Experience on boards has been provided through The FA, County FAs, the League Managers Association, football clubs, we well as charities and housing associations and has led to a number of appointments.
The programme is delivered by the Governance Forum and over the first two seasons, 56% of the 34 graduates gained board experience with 35% of them appointed to boards in and outside football. “The On the Board programme" said recent graduate and former professional footballer, Dave Regis, “has helped me widen my skillset and equip me with the tools to make a positive contribution at boardroom level.”
Please click here to view more information about the On Board programme.
INCLUSION AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION PARTNERS
Carrying out this work effectively can only be done in collaboration with key groups, bodies and individuals. Find out more about some of the groups that help make English football discrimination free:
List of all the benefits that The FA are offering their employees. Benefits may vary depending on role, location and length of service.
I get to work with incredible people who are all at the top of their game in what they do. I learn so much from my colleagues every day.
— Tes Ludlow - HR Advisor
I thrive in meeting new people, helping better their football experience and helping where I can. I’m a football fan first and foremost, so to share my passion and enthusiasm throughout the game is brilliant.
— Farai Hallam – Senior Referee Officer
Our culture is full of talented people with a drive to improve be innovative with shared vision and values amongst staff
— Kevin Betsy
My favourite thing about working for The FA is getting the chance to be part of such a diverse and prestigious organisation.
— Lottie Turner
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