Elite Academy Physical Performance Lead

Newcastle United Football Club; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United Football Club is seeking an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes for the NUW Women Academy. You will help enhance physical performance, support long-term development and reduce injury risk across the programme.

Working with coaches, medical staff and a multidisciplinary team, you will create an environment where players maximise potential, develop healthy habits and sustain long-term success

Qualifications

• BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related field.
• UKSCA accreditation or actively working towards it.
• Excellent knowledge of long-term athletic development principles.
• Experience delivering physical development programmes within women’s and girls’ sport.
• Experience in a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, motivation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Reflective mindset and commitment to CPD.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and review evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes aligned to the NUW Performance Plan.
• Conduct physical testing and monitor player progression to inform development plans.
• Support rehabilitation, return-to-play and injury prevention with the team.
• Provide physical performance support during training and matchdays.
• Maintain player records and performance databases.
• Educate and support coaches to integrate physical development outcomes.
• Deliver education on nutrition, recovery and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Maintain and develop the Academy’s physical performance monitoring systems.
• Support equipment and facilities management.
• Contribute to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Program design

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Athletic development

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning or Sport Science

Tools

UKSCA accreditation

Job description

Newcastle United Football Club is seeking an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes for the NUW Women Academy. You will help enhance physical performance, support long-term development and reduce injury risk across the programme.

Working with coaches, medical staff and a multidisciplinary team, you will create an environment where players maximise potential, develop healthy habits and sustain long-term success