Assistant First Team Sports Scientist

JOB TITLE Assistant 1st Team Sports Scientist
DEPARTMENT First Team

RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Performance

DIRECT REPORTS NA

SALARY Competitive

WORKING HOURS 40 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)

CONTRACT Permanent Contract

Benefits include: Cycle to Work Scheme, Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan, 2 complimentary tickets, discounted club merchandise, and enhanced family leave payments.

Job Summary

The Assistant 1st Team Sports Scientist will support the delivery of sports science services to Swansea City\’s first team, assisting with pitch and gym-based sessions, and supporting the physical preparation of players under the guidance of the Head of Performance and the Senior Sports Scientist.

• Manage daily sports science and strength & conditioning programs for all first team players.
• Collaborate with the sports science team to ensure high standards in all physical preparation and conditioning sessions.
• Maintain best-practice standards in sports science and strength & conditioning services.
• Assist with testing, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Support medical team with rehabilitation and return-to-play strategies.
• Assist with matchday conditioning sessions to maintain player fitness.
• Support nutritional initiatives under the club nutritionist\’s guidance.
• Manage sports science consumables stock and support student placements.
• Maintain accurate databases and produce timely reports.
• Coordinate with academy staff for player transitions between training groups.
• Participate in recovery sessions post-games and provide match-day support as needed.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Sports Science or related field
• Desirable: Postgraduate degree in Sports Science or related discipline

Experience:

• At least 1 year experience working in a professional football environment with a first team.

About The Club

Swansea City AFC may remove this advert if sufficient applications are received before the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding & Welfare

The club is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants working with children will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references. Online searches may be conducted as part of safer recruitment procedures.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The club promotes an inclusive environment and encourages applications from women, disabled individuals, and those from underrepresented ethnic communities. Appointments are based on merit, skills, and experience.

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