First Team Nutritionist

Job Title: First Team Nutritionist

Department: Sports Science

Reporting: Head of Sports Science

Location: Training Ground – Jersey Road

Salary: Competitive

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments’), you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The Role of First Team Nutritionist

The First Team Nutritionist will support the Lead Performance Nutritionist in delivering Brentford’s world-class nutrition provision. This is a highly applied, player-facing role with significant scope for growth, designed for a practitioner with elite or professional sport experience who is motivated to become world-class in their field.

The postholder will focus on the daily delivery of fuelling, hydration, recovery, and supplementation strategies, ensuring all First Team players receive tailored, high-quality support. Working closely with players, coaches, performance and medical staff, and catering teams, this role is central to embedding Brentford’s high-performance culture and nutrition philosophy.

Main Accountabilities

• Deliver daily First Team nutrition provision, including pre-, during- and post-training fuelling and recovery strategies.
• Support the implementation of individualised player nutrition programmes under the guidance of the Lead Performance Nutritionist.
• Prepare and manage supplements for training and matches, ensuring products are safe, batch tested, and aligned with Club protocols.
• Provide hands-on support for rehabilitation players with tailored nutrition plans.
• Monitor and report on key nutrition metrics (body composition, hydration, nutritional adherence), escalating insights to the Lead Performance Nutritionist.
• Liaise with catering staff and chefs to support menu planning, ensuring daily meals are aligned with periodisation demands.
• Provide clear, practical advice and education to players to encourage positive nutritional habits.
• Support the nutrition needs of international players while travelling, ensuring alignment with Club programmes.
• Assist with research and development projects, CPD, and ongoing innovation in performance nutrition.
• Contribute to maintaining and developing a “food first” culture across the squad.
• Ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

Person Specification – Essential Personal Characteristics

• BSc in Sports Nutrition or related discipline
• SENr registration (or eligible)
• Applied experience in elite or professional sport (not limited to football)
• Strong player-facing skills with the ability to build trust, motivate, and engage athletes
• Excellent applied knowledge of performance nutrition, hydration, recovery, and supplementation
• Practical skills in supplement preparation, menu planning, and fuelling delivery
• Ability to monitor and interpret basic nutrition/performance data and translate it into actionable advice
• Energetic, proactive, and collaborative, with a growth mindset
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Person Specification – Desirable Characteristics

• MSc in Sports Nutrition or related field
• Experience working in professional football
• Experience supporting international athletes
• Research, applied project work, or publication experience in performance nutrition

Closing date for applications: Friday 26 September 2025