Head of Physical Performance – Women’s Academy

Newcastle United; New Brancepeth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United Women Academy is seeking an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes. You will support long-term athletic development, enhance physical performance and reduce injury risk across the academy, working with coaches, medical staff and a multidisciplinary team.

You'll lead testing, monitor progression, support rehabilitation, educate coaches on nutrition and recovery, and help develop monitoring

Qualifications

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

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 in collaboration with the MDT.
• Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays, home and away.
• Maintain accurate player records and physical performance databases.
• Educate and support coaches to integrate physical development into technical programmes.
• Deliver player education on nutrition, recovery and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Maintain and develop the Academy's physical performance monitoring systems.
• Support the management and development of strength and conditioning equipment and facilities.
• Contribute to departmental projects, meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strength & Conditioning

Athletic development

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related

UKSCA accreditation (or working towards)

Job description

Newcastle United Women Academy is seeking an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes. You will support long-term athletic development, enhance physical performance and reduce injury risk across the academy, working with coaches, medical staff and a multidisciplinary team.

You'll lead testing, monitor progression, support rehabilitation, educate coaches on nutrition and recovery, and help develop monitoring