Born in
Edmonton, Plum played professionally for
Charlton Athletic,
Chelsea and
Southend United.
Chelsea The 1925–26 season was to be Plum's final season for Chelsea, ending in him featuring on nine occasions, all of which came in March and April 1926. Despite his position as a
wing half, Plum left Stamford Bridge having scored no goals in 27 appearances for the club.
Southend United On 1 July 1927, Plum joined
Southend United, who were then playing in the
Third Division (South). He started all of his 10 games for the Seasiders before retiring through injury at the age of 28. ==International career==