Lead, Physical Performance – Women’s Academy

Newcastle United; Witton Gilbert; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; 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 young players. You will work with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise physical potential while promoting long-term development and healthy habits.

You will lead S&C design, testing, rehab support, on-pitch delivery, and data management, and you will educate coaches on integrating physical development

Qualifications

• BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related discipline.
• UKSCA accreditation or actively working towards accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of long-term athletic development.
• Experience delivering physical development programmes in women’s sport.
• Experience in high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication 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 wider multidisciplinary team.
• Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays, both home and away.
• Maintain accurate player records and physical performance databases in line with professional and league standards.
• 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, professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Long-term athletic development

Women’s and girls sport experience

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Communication & interpersonal skills

Independent & collaborative working

Reflective mindset & CPD

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 young players. You will work with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to maximise physical potential while promoting long-term development and healthy habits.

You will lead S&C design, testing, rehab support, on-pitch delivery, and data management, and you will educate coaches on integrating physical development