Join our Host Families Programme

Shrewsbury Town Academy are looking to grow and add to our host family network to support several of our young players (aged 16 to 19) as they continue their football development experience.

We are looking for a short-term host (July 2025 through to May 2026). Please note, we are looking for somebody who would be able to provide an immediate start.

The club will provide:

Regular monthly payments to you as a host
Transport for the young player to and from your home to training and matches
24/7 support for the young player or you in the event of an emergency
Training for all host families, depending on their requirements

To express an interest and find out more information, please email both safeguarding@shrewsburytown.co.uk and playercare@shrewsburytown.co.uk detailing the following:

Your full name and current address
Your current occupation
Your current property situation, including availability of a private bedroom/number of rooms available

You can find out more information by downloading the file above.

Safeguarding Statement:

Shrewsbury Town FC is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and requires all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013).

Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

Equality Statement:

Shrewsbury Town FC is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation.