Senior Athletic Performance Coach - Hybrid, Elite Performance

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Athletic Performance Coach to lead cutting-edge strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes in Randburg, Gauteng. The role combines on-site coaching with remote program planning and athlete monitoring.

You will assess athletes, design individualized plans, and mentor junior coaches while collaborating with sports scientists and medical staff to ensure safety and performance optimization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Physiology, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CSCS, SCCC, ASCA) mandatory.
• ≥6 years in athletic performance coaching, ≥2 years in senior/lead role.
• Experience with elite athletes across multiple sports.
• In-depth knowledge of strength, plyometrics, speed, agility, and conditioning.
• Strong biomechanics and injury prevention knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and supervise strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes.
• Conduct athletic assessments to identify strengths/weaknesses and development areas.
• Develop individualized training plans based on sport-specific demands and athlete goals.
• Educate athletes on lifting techniques, injury prevention, and recovery protocols.
• Monitor progress and adjust training programs as needed.
• Collaborate with sports medicine staff to ensure safety and rehab integration.
• Stay current with research and best practices in athletic performance and sports science.
• Mentor junior performance coaches and interns.
• Maintain detailed records of progress and outcomes.
• Contribute to strategic direction of the performance center.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Athlete coaching

Education

Master's degree in Exercise Science

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Athletic Performance Coach to lead cutting-edge strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes in Randburg, Gauteng. The role combines on-site coaching with remote program planning and athlete monitoring.

You will assess athletes, design individualized plans, and mentor junior coaches while collaborating with sports scientists and medical staff to ensure safety and performance optimization.