Professional Development Phase Psychologist

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; Lancing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Lancing is seeking a Professional Development Phase Psychologist. This role will support the U21 and U18 players with psychological guidance, contributing to transitions to first-team football. The ideal candidate will have an MSc in Sports Psychology or Psychology, BPS Chartered status, and experience in high-performance environments. This full-time position includes varied hours, including evenings and weekends. The club offers competitive benefits, fostering a culture of excellence and commitment to equal opportunity.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

Qualifications

• Strong background in psychology with young athletes.
• Ability to influence at cultural and individual levels.
• Commitment to safeguarding welfare of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support to U21 and U18 players.
• Support staff and contribute to transitions to first team.
• Work with PDP coaching team to create a high-performance environment.

Skills

Experience in high-performance settings

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in working hours

Education

MSc in Sports Psychology or Psychology (or equivalent)

BPS Chartered status

HCPC registration or working towards

Job description

Role: Professional Development Phase Psychologist

Hours: Full-time, to follow the PDP schedule, which does include evenings and weekends

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 28th December 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Professional Development Phase Psychologist (PDP)

As a Professional Development Phase Psychologist (PDP), you will work with the PDP coaching team to create a high‑performance environment and influence at a systemic, cultural, training, team and individual level. You will provide psychological support for the U21 and U18 players and support staff, and contribute psychological consultation and support during transition to first‑team football, both internally at the club and through the loans provision. This role will require you to be flexible with your working hours, including evenings and weekends.

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Your psychology background

Have you worked in high-performance settings with young athletes? Do you excel under fast‑paced, high‑pressure conditions? If you answered yes, then apply today.

You should hold an MSc in Sports Psychology or Psychology (or equivalent), hold a British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered status and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or working towards.

Our values are essential to our success

Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

• Treat People Well
• ⚪ Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• ⚪ Act with Integrity
• Make it Special
• ⚪ Be Fan Focused

How we say thank you

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part‑time staff)
• ⚡Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• Enhanced family policies
• ♀️Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
• In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal‑opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact [e-mail].

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

Eligibility and background checks

This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3‑year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.