Burnley Football Club is on the hunt for “confident and optimistic” drummer to get supporters excited on matchdays.

The football club is hiring a drummer “to creating a lively matchday atmosphere to create a memorable experience for supporters” during matches.

Drummers are a common sight at American sports fixtures, which could be a sign of the club's US ownership rubbing off on matchdays at Turf Moor.

According to the job description, which is listed on the UK Sport website, the ideal candidate will be sociable and have experience of drumming or playing percussion instruments.

The part time role would require the successful candidate to work both evenings and weekends when the Clarets have matches at Turf Moor.

As a drummer the ideal candidate will be expected to be reactive to what is happening on the pitch and help to create a “lively matchday atmosphere in order to create a memorable experience for supporters”.

After a dream 2022/23 season, Burnley have found their return to the Premier League tough going so far, winless at home and sat 18th in the table after eight games.

If this sounds like your dream role, the deadline to apply is 9am on Tuesday, October 31.

The job application form which can be found on the club’s website.

The job description says: “Burnley FC is an established professional football club with a rich history, located in the heart of the town and its community, we believe that Burnley is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you. Come and be part of our story!

“An exciting opportunity has become available for a confident and optimistic Drummer at a pivotal time of transition and change for Burnley Football Club. 

“Come and join our matchday team as a drummer.

“The ideal candidate will be sociable and have experience of drumming or playing percussion instruments. You will also need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends.”