Ford started his career playing for Southern League side Tunbridge Wells Rangers but in April 1912 played his first game for Chelsea, he was then transferred for £50 plus £50 if he played ten first team matches. He was a member of the Chelsea side that reached the FA Cup Final in 1915 scoring several times during the competition but he was unable to find the net during the final. He made a total of 248 appearances for Chelsea scoring 46 goals.
