Strength and Conditioning Coach
Newcastle United Women
Permanent
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Competitive Salary
Closing Date – 14th May
We are the heartbeat of the city. Join us as we continue to build on our long and proud history, striving to be the best in everything we do, both on and off the pitch. By uniting people and communities, we invite you to be part of the exciting next chapter at Newcastle United Women.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strength and Conditioning Coach to join our high-performance team at NUW. This role plays a key part in supporting our players’ physical development and on-pitch performance in line with the Club’s vision and performance objectives. Working closely with coaches and our multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to a high-performance environment that empowers our players to thrive.
Your Impact
You will design, deliver, and evaluate evidence-informed Strength &Conditioning programmes that enhance individual and team performance in alignment with the NUW Performance Plan. In collaboration with medical staff, you will integrate Strength & Conditioning into rehabilitation and return to play pathways. You will contribute to the creation and execution of player monitoring including load management, wellness and neuromuscular testing. You will lead on physical profiling and implementing and adapt training based on data-driven insights. Communication is vital to provide ongoing feedback to players and staff to support the physical preparation of the players. In addition, you will attend all first team fixtures, (home and away) Pre-season tours, internal and external events supporting performance delivery.
Qualifications and Experience
It is essential you have BSc (or equivalent) in Sports Science or Strength and Conditioning. You must have Accredited S&C certification (e.g., UKSCA, NSCA, ASCA) or ability to obtain within an agreed timeframe. You will be able to demonstrate experience of working within a multidisciplinary high performance team. It is essential you have proven ability to design and deliver effective, evidence-based physical development performance. In addition to this you will be proficient in MS Office and online programme design tools coupled with strong communication, collaboration and analytical skills.
Why choose us?
We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, wellbeing resources, legal and financial support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.
United As One
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.
How to apply
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Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.
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