Lead Academy Nutritionist

Birmingham City FC; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City Football Club is seeking a Lead Nutritionist to enhance the performance nutrition programme for the Academy. This role involves delivering customized nutrition support for players, working collaboratively with coaching staff, and implementing workshops for players and parents. An essential aspect of the role is maintaining player well-being and tracking nutrition-related progress during training and competitions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition or related field is essential.
• RDN or SENr certification required.
• Strong knowledge of sports nutrition needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutrition education resources.
• Provide tailored nutritional support for players.
• Collaborate with medical staff for player care.

Skills

Strong knowledge of sports nutrition

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

RDN or SENr certification

Job description

Role Purpose

Birmingham City Football Club are recruiting for a Lead Nutritionist to support the Academy performance nutrition programme, providing age-specific education, monitoring, and interventions for players, parents, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement evidence-based nutrition education and resources.
• Provide individualised nutritional support for older players (PDP) through assessments and tailored plans.
• Collaborate with medical and performance staff for integrated player care.
• Support players during training, competitions, and travel.
• Maintain records and track nutrition-related progress.
• Attend match days to implement nutritional provision and recovery support.
• Deliver workshops and manage the online nutrition hub for players and parents.
• Support young players living away from home.
• Work with coaching and player care staff to align nutrition with development programmes.
  
  

What are we looking for in you?

Essential

• Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• RDN or SENr certification.
• Strong knowledge of sports nutrition.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  
  

Desirable

• ISAK Level 1, Postgraduate Degree, FA Safeguarding.
• Valid Driving Licence.
  
  

Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process

Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances.

We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.