Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Strength & Conditioning Coach to work with our Emerging Talent Centre players, as well as the wider Player Development Pathway. You will implement a physical performance programme that supports the delivery of the club's blueprint for youth development.

What we offer

• Regular hours to suit your schedule;

• Training and development opportunities across our teams;

• The opportunity to work with the official charity of a Premier League football club.

Job description

As Strength & Conditioning Coach you will:

• Implement a physical development programme for players within the Player Development Pathway (ages 8-16);

• Design and deliver high quality sessions throughout a 30-session season, for multiple age groups;

• Run physical testing for all players and share results alongside personalised development plans for each participant;

• Maintain a comprehensive database of work conducted with players and coaches;

• Support team coaches in their delivery, helping to integrate Strength & Conditioning into each session;

• Work as part of the wider Football Development team to ensure high quality sessions are provided to each young player.

Person specification

As successful candidate you will:

• Have a passion for youth sports development;

• Have experience working with players aged 8-16 in a sport setting;

• Have (or working towards) a qualification in BSc Sports Science / BA Physical Education and Primary Years or other related degrees;

• Hold (or be working towards) a UK Strength and Conditioning Accreditation (UKSCA, ASCC or other bodies).