Lead, Womens Academy Physical Performance

Newcastle United; High Callerton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; 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. You will enhance physical performance, support long-term athletic development and reduce injury risk across the Academy, collaborating with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team.

You will lead testing, monitor progression, support rehab and injury prevention, and educate coaches on integrating physical development into

Qualifications

• BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related discipline.
• UKSCA accreditation or actively working towards it.
• Excellent knowledge of long‑term athletic development principles.
• Experience delivering physical development programmes within womens and girls sport.

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 MDT.
• Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays, home and away.
• Maintain accurate player records and databases in line with 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 management and development of S&C equipment and facilities.
• Contribute to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication & Interpersona

Motivation & teamwork

Independent & collaborative working

Education

BSc in Strength & Conditioning, Sport Science or related

UKSCA accreditation or working towards

Job description

Newcastle United Women Academy seeks an Academy Physical Performance Lead to design and deliver age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes. You will enhance physical performance, support long-term athletic development and reduce injury risk across the Academy, collaborating with coaches, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team.

You will lead testing, monitor progression, support rehab and injury prevention, and educate coaches on integrating physical development into