9 head of physical performance jobs found

About The Role   Part-Time Academy Age Group Coaches Gillingham FC Academy is seeking to recruit experienced and enthusiastic Part-Time Age Group Coaches to support the development of players within our Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a professional academy environment, supporting the development of young players in line with the club’s coaching philosophy and the standards set by the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). Training sessions take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Canterbury, with fixtures scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the competition calendar. The interview process will consist of an informal meeting followed by the delivery of a practical session.   Role Purpose To plan, deliver and review high-quality coaching sessions that support the technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social development of academy players in line with the...

Lincoln City FC are seeking a physical performance coach (rehab/S&C) to lead the strength and conditioning provision and end-stage rehabilitation process.  This unique role bridges the gap between the sport science and the medical departments looking to maximise physical performance of players in multiple settings.   Details Lincoln City FC is seeking a Physical Performance Coach (Rehab/S&C) to lead the strength and conditioning provision and end-stage rehabilitation process.  This unique role bridges the gap between the sport science and the medical departments looking to maximise physical performance of players in multiple settings.   Roles & responsibilities   Lead the design and delivery of strength and conditioning programmes (pre-training sessions and post-training sessions) for all players to optimise physical performance Work closely with the first team sport scientist to utilise testing data to...

Job Title: First Team Sport Scientist Reports to: Head of Sport Science Location: Bloomfield Road, Blackpool/Squires Gate Training Ground Hours: 40 per week – To include weekends and away game travel Salary: Dependant on Experience Who we are: Blackpool Football Club is an English Professional Association Football Club based in the seaside town of Blackpool, Lancashire. The Club was founded in 1887 and has a very storied history, from being a founding member of the Lancashire League in 1889, rising to the Top-Flight of the Football League (the old First Division) in 1930, to winning the FA Cup in 1953 and being promoted to the Premier League in 2010 (becoming the first Club to gain promotion from every division of the Football League via the play-off system). The team are competing in League One, the third tier of the English Football League. The Club have played their home games at Bloomfield Road since 1901. Job Purpose: As a First Team...

About The Role   Contribute towards Cardiff City’s Performance and Medical Departments vision of optimising player availability and physical performance through elite, integrated, evidence-based physical performance support, specifically working with First Team players. About The Candidate Ensuring the day-to-day implementation of individual physical performance support to First Team players; ensuring that each player’s individual physical priorities are targeted, driven by objective profiling. Lead the monitoring and analysis of physical performance data, working to ensure that this data is used to optimise on-field and gym-based training practices through the production of comprehensive physical performance reports. Ensure the implementation of player monitoring and testing systems (performance, development, workload, and response), generating insights used to...

About The Role Purpose of the Post: The Youth Development Phase Lead is responsible for the oversight and delivery of all coaching, development programmes, and staff coordination within the U12–U16 age groups. The role supports the academy’s long-term player development model, ensuring players transition effectively from Foundation Phase into YDP and continue progressing into the Professional Development Phase (PDP). The YDP Lead sets the standards for technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social development at this critical stage.   Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) An enhanced criminal record check is mandatory prior to taking up post.   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Phase Management Lead, manage, and support all coaches working within the YDP. Ensure the delivery of a consistent and progressive programme aligned with the club’s playing...

About The Role    Lead, develop and deliver the Sports Science provision for Colchester United’s first team. To optimise physical performance of all players individually and collectively in readiness for match day performance and long-term player development. With a special focus on athletic development & player availability. Co-ordinate and lead the sports science provision for the First Team. Deliver the department’s philosophy of developing athletic performance while ensuring players are physically robust to meet the demands of an EFL programme. Deliver a programme of physical assessments to measure physical capabilities & analyse progress using objective data such as GPS & force plate monitoring. To design, develop & monitor individualised strength & conditioning programmes. To plan & lead individual & collective Pre-habilitation sessions. To plan & deliver...

Health Engagement Officer (Community Trust) Wigan Athletic Community Trust is excited to invite applications for a passionate and motivated Health Engagement Officer to help drive our mission of “working with Wigan Athletic towards equality in health, life chances and communities.” In this rewarding role, you will lead a range of impactful health projects designed to help adults across the borough improve their physical activity, weight management, mental wellbeing and overall quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to design and deliver innovative community programmes, working directly with diverse groups, including people living with long‑term health conditions or low mental wellbeing. Key responsibilities include delivering community health initiatives, carrying out health checks and assessments, capturing monitoring and evaluation data, maintaining high delivery standards and always ensuring participant safety. The role also requires...

About The Role Cheltenham Town F.C. is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Academy as a  Foundation Phase Cell Lead Coach , working with players in the Under 9 – Under 12 age groups, including pre-academy. With Key Responsibilities for Under 11 - Under 12 Cell. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the technical, tactical and holistic development of players within the Foundation Phase, ensuring delivery of the Club’s coaching curriculum in line with our playing and coaching philosophy. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering high-quality training sessions aligned to individual learning plans (ILPs) Supporting the development of players across technical, physical, psychological and social areas Leading and supporting a team of coaches within the phase Delivering a varied and competitive games programme that maximises playing time...

Full job description Introducing Stockport County Women Football Founded in 1989 as part of Stockport County Ladies F.C., the women’s team has proudly represented the local community for more than three decades. From its formative years, through reintegration with Stockport County F.C. in the 2000/01 season, to promotion-winning campaigns and steady progression through the women’s football pyramid, the programme has consistently demonstrated resilience, ambition, and a deep-rooted commitment to growth. From the 2026/27 season, Stockport County F.C. will formally assume full ownership of the team, rebranding it as Stockport County Women — a significant and progressive step in the continued evolution of the women’s game within the Club. This transition represents the first phase of a clear commitment to professionalisation, fully aligning the women’s programme with the structure, standards, and long-term strategy of Stockport...