Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach

Kent County Cricket Club

Canterbury

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 28,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

£25,000 salary

£1,000 CPD allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave

Job summary

Kent County Cricket Club is recruiting a Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach to support the physical development of cricketers across the academy, EPP and pathway teams at The St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury. The role focuses on high-quality S&C provision, education of players and coaches, and integration with the club’s science and medicine team.

You will deliver individualised programmes, lead group sessions, and contribute to pre-season and in-season conditioning, testing and rehabilitation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Strength and Conditioning, or a closely related discipline.
UKSCA accreditation, or clear evidence of actively working towards accreditation.
0–2 years’ experience working in Strength and Conditioning, ideally including youth athletes.
Strong practical coaching skills and confidence delivering both individual and group sessions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with developing athletes, coaches and support staff.
Ability to problem‑solve, organise workload and adapt effectively to changing situations.
Full UK driving license and car.

Responsibilities

Ensure high-quality Strength and Conditioning provision across the Academy and age-group pathway.
Lead, plan and deliver Strength and Conditioning as part of an interdisciplinary support team, providing individualised programmes for each member of the Academy and EPP groups.
Design, facilitate and deliver physical development sessions for the Academy, EPP, Fast Bowling Group and age-group pathway squads.
Plan and lead regular pre-season, in-season and off-season physical testing.
Lead warm-ups and pre-game preparation, and implement appropriate recovery strategies for home Second XI, Academy and U18 matches.
Maintain a database of work for each Academy and EPP player to monitor workloads.
Work alongside the Physiotherapy team and contribute to conditioning and rehabilitation of injured players.
Contribute to annual Strength and Conditioning and medical team objectives as identified through the CPA.
Assist with First XI gym and field-based sessions where required.
Pursue ongoing CPD to stay current with best practice.

Skills

UKSCA accreditation or in progress

0–2 years’ experience in Strength and

Strong practical coaching skills

Excellent interpersonal &communication

Problem-solving & workload management

Full UK driving license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Strength & Conditioning, or related

Job description

Organisation Kent County Cricket Club Salary £25,000 salary Location The St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 6 November 2026 Job Description JOB TITLE: Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach

REPORTS TO: Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach

CONTRACT: Full Time

START DATE: November/December 2026

Summary of Role

The purpose of this role is to support the physical development of cricketers selected across the Kent Cricket pathway age groups, Emerging Player Programme (EPP) and Academy. The successful candidate will provide high-quality strength and conditioning support, helping to educate players and skills coaches on the importance of physical preparation and the standards of fitness and athletic development expected as players progress towards first team cricket. Kent Cricket is looking for a personable and professional coach who is motivated to continue developing their own practice. The successful candidate will enjoy hands‑on coaching in both individual and group environments and will be comfortable adapting to the demands of a fast‑moving and often fluid professional cricket setting. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity within professional cricket, working with a diverse athlete population and supporting both player development and elite performance. The successful candidate will contribute to the club's high‑performance culture and ambition for success across all formats of the game. The Pathway Strength and conditioning coach will work closely with the Science and Medicine team, coaches and wider support staff to foster a unified team environment while maintaining high standards of performance, professionalism and behaviour. Depending on experience, there will be opportunities to support First XI and gain exposure to the demands of the professional game at the highest level.

Background

Kent Cricket is one of only 18 first‑class county cricket clubs in England and Wales. From our headquarters at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence in Canterbury, and with a satellite ground at The County Ground, Beckenham, we are responsible for the growth and development of all cricket across Kent and our four London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lewisham - from community and schools’ cricket to the professional game.

Equality Statement

Kent Cricket recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do and we therefore encourage applicants from diverse areas to apply

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Ensure high-quality Strength and Conditioning provision across the Academy and age group pathway.
Lead, plan and deliver Strength and Conditioning as part of an interdisciplinary support team, providing individualised programmes for each member of the Academy and EPP groups.
Design, facilitate and deliver physical development sessions for the Academy, EPP, Fast Bowling Group and age-group pathway squads.
Plan and lead regular pre-season, in-season and off-season physical testing.
Lead warm‑ups and pre-game preparation, and implement appropriate recovery strategies for home Second XI, Academy and U18 matches.
Maintain a database of work for each Academy and EPP player to formally monitor and review individual workloads using a range of monitoring methods.
Work alongside the Physiotherapy team and contribute to the management, conditioning and rehabilitation of injured players.
Contribute to annual Strength and Conditioning and medical team objectives, as agreed and identified through the County Partnership Agreement (CPA).
Assist with First XI gym and field‑based sessions where required and appropriate.
Undertake appropriate continuing professional development to remain current with best practice.

Working Relationships/Stakeholders

Head of Talent Pathway
Talent Pathway Performance Manager
Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach
Director of Sport Science and Clinical Services

Physiotherapists (First XI / Academy)
First XI Coaches

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Strength and Conditioning, or a closely related discipline.
UKSCA accreditation, or clear evidence of actively working towards accreditation.
0–2 years’ experience working in Strength and Conditioning, ideally including youth athletes.
Strong practical coaching skills and confidence delivering both individual and group sessions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with developing athletes, coaches and support staff.
Ability to problem‑solve, organise workload and adapt effectively to changing situations.

Desirable

2+ years’ experience working with youth athletes
Experience working with senior professional athletes
Experience working in Strength and Conditioning within elite cricket
A good understanding of the physical demands of cricket and long-term athletic development

Personal Attributes

Personable, professional and committed to high standards of behaviour
Enjoys hands‑on coaching and supporting athlete development
High levels of initiative and self‑direction
A positive attitude, with focus, drive and a willingness to learn
Able to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team and contribute to the wider success of the Club

Personal Specifications

Legal entitlement to work in the United Kingdom. The Club is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Full valid UK driving license and car
ECB Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
First Aid in Sport and Basic Life Support qualifications
Safeguarding children certification

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