Lead, Athletic Development for Women’s Academy

Newcastle United; Quebec; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United Women Academy seeks an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes for its players, enhancing physical performance and reducing injury risk across the Academy.

You will work closely with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise players' physical potential and instill healthy long-term habits.

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 womens 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.
• Conduct physical testing and monitor progression to inform development plans.
• Support rehabilitation, return-to-play and injury prevention with the MDT.
• Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays.
• Maintain accurate player records and physical performance databases.
• Educate and support coaches to integrate physical development outcomes 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

BSc in S&C

UKSCA accreditation

LTAD principles

Women’s & girls sport experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Reflective practice

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related

Job description

Newcastle United Women Academy seeks an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes for its players, enhancing physical performance and reducing injury risk across the Academy.

You will work closely with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise players' physical potential and instill healthy long-term habits.