Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. 

During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. 

One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.        

Now in our state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,769-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.  

About the opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within our Sports Science Team as a Physical Performance Coach with our Men’s First Team. 

Day-to-day operations are focussed on delivering the footballing performance vision and strategy, both on the pitch and in the gym for all Men’s first team players. 

Reporting directly into our Head of Sports Science, the Physical Performance Coaches lead the planning and delivery of all aspects of physical performance across our first team, maximising performance, promoting athletic development, and reducing the risk of injury. 

Also working in a trans-disciplinary manner with the wider performance team in returning players to performance, you will shape and deliver throughout the rehabilitation process. 

A solid team player, you will contribute towards the efficient and effective functioning of the department, helping shape the working culture and philosophy of practice. You will help us to continue the development of agile, creative, forward-thinking solutions, ensuring impactful presence in the environment.

Who we’re looking for: We are looking for a passionate, talented and experienced individual who has deep knowledge of the opportunities and challenges presented by the elite sporting environment.   

You must have an extensive experience as an applied practitioner in Physical Performance with understanding and experience of planning, executing and reviewing provision to both teams and individual athletes across performance, development and rehabilitation. 

We are looking for a deep understanding of the physiology underpinning physical performance, with demonstrable creativity in applying these principles to maximise performance both on the pitch and in the gym.

Building deep relationships with those you work with is essential as we look to build an accountable, professional yet personable environment.

The selected candidate must also be flexible enough to rotate into a travelling performance team that supports our elite players through competitive fixtures, both home and away. 

We need someone who possess the ability to work discreetly under pressure, but also as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and can evidence on-going CPD in major speciality of their work portfolio.  

It is essential that the successful candidate has the following educational experience;  

• Sports Science Degree, or equivalent level qualification 
• Masters Level Qualification in relevant field
• UKSCA/NSCA (or working towards) 
• Bases Accreditation (or working towards) 

Desirable Attributes

• 10 years+ experience in elite level team sports

This role is on a permanent basis, based within Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood), the closing date of this advert is Wednesday 14th January 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.     

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.            

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced or Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here             

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion       

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - careers@evertonfc.com        

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.