Women’s Talent Pathway Physical Performance Coach

Chelsea Football Club; Croydon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Football Club is seeking a Talent Pathway Physical Performance Coach for the Women's Academy in Croydon. The role focuses on delivering age-appropriate physical development and LTAD-based coaching to the Girls Talent Pathway, helping players maximise potential and progression.

You will plan sessions, monitor progress, maintain records and work with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic player development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering physical development programmes within youth sport (football preferred).
• Strong understanding of LTAD principles and age-appropriate session design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physical development sessions across the Girls Talent Pathway in line with LTAD.
• Plan, prepare and adapt coaching sessions to age/stage needs.
• Place individual development at the centre of coaching practice.
• Support on-pitch physical preparation and athletic development activities.
• Assist with physical profiling and progress tracking.
• Create a safe, engaging environment and role model professional conduct.
• Maintain records and contribute to player reviews as required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to support holistic development.

Skills

Youth coaching

LTAD knowledge

Programme design

Communication

Job description

Chelsea Football Club is seeking a Talent Pathway Physical Performance Coach for the Women's Academy in Croydon. The role focuses on delivering age-appropriate physical development and LTAD-based coaching to the Girls Talent Pathway, helping players maximise potential and progression.

You will plan sessions, monitor progress, maintain records and work with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic player development in a supportive environment.