Elite Academy Performance Nutritionist

Norwich City Football Club; Colney; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matchday ticket

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

Gym access at multiple sites

Job summary

Norwich City Football Club is seeking a Performance Nutritionist to join the Academy. You will deliver an evidence-based nutrition programme across the Academy, supporting player performance, education, wellbeing and physical development.

The role requires building strong relationships with players, parents and guardians, host families, coaches and the interdisciplinary team to translate nutrition into practical guidance for young footballers.

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in Sports Nutrition or a relevant discipline.
• ISAK Level 1 accreditation or higher with body composition experience.
• SENR registration or working towards registration.
• 2 years’ post-qualification experience in applied performance nutrition in elite sport.
• Experience delivering nutrition education for athletes of various ages.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an evidence-based nutrition service across the Academy pathway.
• Support health, growth, training adaptation, and match-day performance.
• Implement fueling, hydration, recovery, and travel nutrition strategies.
• Conduct assessments, consultations, monitor outcomes and adjust interventions.
• Support injured players with rehabilitation and return to performance.
• Collaborate with coaches, catering staff and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure supplement governance aligns with anti-doping rules.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Organisation

Time-management

Education

BSc in Sports Nutrition

ISAK Level 1

SENR registration

Job description

Norwich City Football Club is seeking a Performance Nutritionist to join the Academy. You will deliver an evidence-based nutrition programme across the Academy, supporting player performance, education, wellbeing and physical development.

The role requires building strong relationships with players, parents and guardians, host families, coaches and the interdisciplinary team to translate nutrition into practical guidance for young footballers.