Lead, Physical Performance — Women’s Academy

Newcastle United; Berwick Hill, Ponteland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 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 development programmes for our players. You will work with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise physical potential and reduce injury risk across the Academy.

You will conduct testing, monitor progress and provide education on nutrition, recovery and healthy habits.

Qualifications

• Long-term athletic development principles
• Experience delivering physical development programmes in womens and girls sport
• Experience working 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 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 multidisciplinary team.
• Provide physical performance support during training 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 management and development of S&C equipment and facilities.
• Contribute to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Long-term athletic development

Experience delivering physical dev. in

Experience in multidisciplinary team

Communication & interpersonal

Independent and collaborative

CPD mindset

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning / Sport Science

UKSCA accreditation

Job description

Newcastle United Women Academy is seeking an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed development programmes for our players. You will work with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise physical potential and reduce injury risk across the Academy.

You will conduct testing, monitor progress and provide education on nutrition, recovery and healthy habits.