Lead, Physical Performance – Women’s Academy

Newcastle United; Low Etherley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United Women Academy seeks an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes. You will work with coaches, medical staff and a wide MDT to maximise players' physical potential and support long-term development.

You will conduct testing, monitor progression, and contribute to injury prevention, rehab, and education on nutrition and recovery.

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 in 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 CPD.

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 with the MDT.
• Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays (home/away).
• Maintain accurate player records and physical performance databases.
• Educate and support coaches to integrate physical development outcomes.
• Deliver player education on nutrition, recovery and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Maintain and develop monitoring systems.
• Support management of S&C equipment and facilities.
• Contribute to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

S&C program design

Long-term athletic development

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication & motivation

Independent working in fast-paced env

Reflective practice

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning or related

Tools

Performance databases

Job description

Newcastle United Women Academy seeks an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes. You will work with coaches, medical staff and a wide MDT to maximise players' physical potential and support long-term development.

You will conduct testing, monitor progression, and contribute to injury prevention, rehab, and education on nutrition and recovery.