Professional Development Phase Psychologist

Brighton & Hove Albion FC; Lancing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in England is hiring a Professional Development Phase Psychologist. This role involves providing psychological support for U21 and U18 players, contributing to their development and transition to first team football. The ideal candidate will have an MSc in Sports Psychology, experience in high-performance settings, and be BPS Chartered. A flexible working schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required. Competitive benefits include gym access and holiday policies.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday plus rising with service

Access to a gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Qualifications

• MSc in Sports Psychology or equivalent required.
• Experience in high-performance sports setting preferred.
• Must hold BPS Chartered status and be HCPC registered.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support for U21 and U18 players.
• Contribute to the consultation during transition to first team football.
• Create a high-performance environment with the coaching team.

Skills

Experience in high-performance settings with young athletes

Ability to work under pressure

Education

MSc in Sports Psychology or Psychology (or equivalent)

British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered status

Registration with the Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Job description

Organisation Brighton & Hove Albion FC

Salary: Depending on skills and experience
Location: Lancing
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 28 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.

Role: Professional Development Phase Psychologist

As 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.

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 Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or working towards.

Our values are essential to our success

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

How we say thank you

• 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

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.

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.