Hull City Ladies: Breaking Down Barriers
The skills that both construction and football provide a person with are transferable, teaching adaptability, good communication and the ability to work as part of a cohesive team—all attributes that precede success on the pitch as well as on the factory floor or in the boardroom. Jessie Shipley, a player for the reserves at Hull City Ladies and now Quality Manager at Reds10 is a brilliant embodiment of the benefits on the Dual Career Pathway. Jessie joined Reds10 as a Trainee Quality Assurance Officer, following a tour of the factory at the partnership launch. Jessie has been able to continue her pursuit of football, as well as rise through the ranks in the Quality Team, being promoted to Quality Manager in late 2023. Through the Dual Career Pathway, Jessie has been able to thrive in both spheres, without having to compromise.
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For women in football, it is not yet possible to rely on the game as a full-time career. Having an employer who not only understands my training schedule but who actively encourages and supports me is invaluable. With flexible working hours, I am able to manage my time so that I don’t feel like either area of my life is suffering. Jessie Shipley, player for HCLFC and Quality Manager for Reds10
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