Job Description
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy at Watford Football Club on a casual
basis. We are looking for a Physical Performance Coach to be part of a forward-thinking performance
team providing strength and conditioning assistance at training sessions for Academy players, aged
between 6 and 16 years old.
You will be required to attend evenings sessions and may have to travel to various locations depending
on training locations. In addition, you will be expected to attend and contribute to regular Continuous
Professional Development events.
The successful candidates will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic and hardworking, and
be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business.
Applicants should ideally live local to Watford or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or nonUK resident with a valid UK work permit, and ideally have experience working within a similar role.
Essential:
• BSc in Sport + Exercise Science or a sports related discipline
• FA EFAiF First Aid Qualification
• Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and unsociable hours
• Valid full UK driving licence due to the driving requirement of the role, between all sites
and other stadiums
• Understanding of the Clubs commitment to EDI & Safeguarding
Desirable:
• Experience of working within elite sport
• MSc in Sport + Exercise Science or a sports related discipline
• UKSCA accreditation or working towards
As a regulated activity provider and as part of the short-listing process we may:
1. Complete reference requests prior to interview.
2. Carry out an online search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence
process.
3. If your application is successful be required to obtain a DBS disclosure at the appropriate
level (role dependant)
.
Club Commitment:
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that
represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer
and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding:
We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure
that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.
