Job Description
Job Description
Colchester United FC is seeking 4 passionate individuals to join our Sport Science Department for the 2026/27 season. This voluntary role offers the chance to work across multiple squads, engaging in both pitch and gym-based sessions, and is perfect for an early career practitioner looking to build a solid foundation in the sport science industry.
What’s in It for You?
Professional Experience: Collaborate with professionals in a high-performance football setting.
Accreditation & CPD: Benefit from guidance towards industry-recognised accreditation alongside internal and external professional development opportunities.
Diverse Exposure: Engage in various aspects of sports science, from monitoring training loads to supporting rehabilitation and physical profiling.
Networking: Build lasting connections within a respected football club and the wider sports industry.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring & Analysis: Assist in tracking training load and performance metrics.
Session Support: Aid in setting up and managing both pitch and gym training sessions.
Physical Development: Contribute to the delivery of tailored physical development programmes for players.
Player Profiling: Help conduct physical assessments and performance profiling.
Rehabilitation Support: Assist staff with end-stage return to play for injured players.
Match-Day Assistance: Provide on-field support during match days.
Safeguarding: Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.
Please note: This is a full-time placement with flexible hours that may include some evenings and weekends, depending on the fixture schedule
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Enrolment in a Sport Science degree (or a related discipline e.g., S&C / Nutrition).
- Experience working with athletes, whether at an amateur or professional level.
- Commitment to the entire 2026/27 season.
- A full UK driving license.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a football environment.
- Experience in youth coaching.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Additional Requirement: A DBS check will be conducted prior to the commencement of the placement.
