Edinburgh South Cricket Club News story


New role to broaden access to cricket at Edinburgh South

04 Nov 2026

New role to broaden access to cricket at Edinburgh South

We have just opened applications for our first full-time Community Development Officer to help us continue our mission of opening up cricket for all and ensuring we can welcome people of all backgrounds and abilities to play the game.

Supported by Cricket Scotland and sportscotland, the new role will help us to improve diversity and equity in cricket in south Edinburgh. The officer will develop opportunities for women and girls, establish disability cricket programmes, including table cricket, and strengthen our links with schools and community groups. They will work closely with our coaches and volunteers to support our existing programmes and initiatives.

Applications for the three-year fixed-term contract are open until 9pm on Friday 27 November 2026. Find the full job description and details of how to apply in the recruitment pack (PDF).

Club Co-Chairs Paul Reddish and Martin Richardson said:

“Our dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to build and grow a club that unites people through cricket. This new role will help us take this work further and wider to tackle barriers to playing cricket.

“Having someone dedicated to this work full-time is a huge step forward for the club, and we’re excited to continue to see the game grow in the south of the city.”