Claire Priddle

Claire Priddle possesses extensive experience in safeguarding and operations within the football sector. Currently, Claire serves as the Head of Safeguarding & Operations at West Ham United Foundation since June 2021, while concurrently working as an Event Safeguarding Consultant for The Premier League since December 2022. Prior roles include Safeguarding Manager at QPR FC and Safeguarding Tutor with The Football Association. Claire has a robust background in youth football development, having managed girls' football programs and coached numerous teams across various age groups. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Childhood & Youth Studies from The Open University, Claire emphasizes safeguarding and child protection, backed by a decade of experience in the childcare industry.