Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach

Job Purpose

To lead the academy strength and conditioning provision for 9s-21s. To maximise the athletic development of players across the academy.

Report to

Head of Sports Science & Medicine and Lead Academy Sports Scientist

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the strength and conditioning academy program for all academy age groups from under 9-21 s.
• Be responsible for providing to the Club's Academy players appropriate strength and conditioning training and monitoring as part of the Sports Science and Medicine/Performance Support Programme. (YD Rule 98.2)
• Ensure the department s philosophy is being adhered to with objectives being met.
• Plan and deliver fitness testing, gym testing, movement screens, and maturational monitoring across all FP, YDP, and PDP academy age groups throughout the season.
• Ensure the implementation of data monitoring systems from Under 15-21 s in order to analyse training and match loads. Feedback given to coaches daily, regarding physical training objectives.
• Produce a comprehensive strength and conditioning program to all players within the FP, YDP, and PDP.
• Provide sports science support to under 18s players, including prehab sessions, warm ups, and athletic development sessions.
• Deliver sessions to under 9-16 s in order to improve athletic development.
• Provide athletic development feedback to all academy staff in the 12 week reviews.
• Plan and support CPD to coaches, parents and players regarding key areas in strength and conditioning.
• Ensure all data is recorded using the PMA.
• Provide nutritional education to academy players when required.

• Help create an Extras Culture for the players to maximise their available development time
• Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme s potential to develop the U18s players
• Show positive IMPACT on the academy through self-development, player development and programme development
• Aim for self-development by participating in internal and external CPD events
• Have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding at all times.

To undertake any reasonable Club requirements as set out by the Football Clubs Senior Management Team

Qualifications

• Hold at least a bachelor's degree in sports science (or another relevant discipline) from a recognised university and have or be working towards British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences accreditation. (YD Rule 98.3)
• The Lead Strength & Conditioning Coaches holds a current Basic First Aid for Sport Qualification, current EFAiF or an equivalent or higher qualification approved by the Board. (YD Rule 98.4)
• Hold or be working towards accreditation by the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (or equivalent workshops run by any equivalent body). (YD Rule 98.5)

All staff must be aware of all safeguarding and equity and diversity issues, along with all academy and club policies, rules and regulations. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.