Elite PDP Athletic Development Coach for Pro Football
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Job summary
Manchester United Academy seeks an Athletic Development professional to deliver high-quality development programmes for the Professional Development Phase. You will design individualized plans, monitor players with GPS/VALD/Output Sports, and work closely with coaching, medical and performance staff to accelerate progression.
Role involves contributing to performance reviews, IDPs, and ensuring player readiness for senior-level football, including on-going professional development and
Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification in sport science, strength & conditioning or related discipline with accreditation.
- Experience delivering athletic development in elite sport or football academy.
- Ability to design and deliver gym-, grass-, and field-based development programmes.
Responsibilities
- Deliver a high-quality athletic development programme for PDP players.
- Design and implement individualised development plans based on profiling and goals.
- Utilise GPS, VALD and Output Sports data to inform development decisions.
- Collaborate with coaching, medical and performance teams to support player growth.
- Prepare players for matchday demands and post-match recovery.
- Contribute to IDPs and participate in performance reviews and stakeholder meetings.
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Job description
Manchester United Academy seeks an Athletic Development professional to deliver high-quality development programmes for the Professional Development Phase. You will design individualized plans, monitor players with GPS/VALD/Output Sports, and work closely with coaching, medical and performance staff to accelerate progression.
Role involves contributing to performance reviews, IDPs, and ensuring player readiness for senior-level football, including on-going professional development and
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