The Vacancy
Help shape the future of women’s performance rugby through world-class nutrition support.
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Women’s Pathway Nutritionist to support players and key stakeholders across our Women’s Performance Pathway.
Working with guidance from the Head of Nutrition, you will deliver an evidence-informed, player-centred nutrition service that helps accelerate player development, supports performance, and builds positive nutrition habits that will benefit players throughout their careers.
What you will be doing:
- Provide nutrition support to players within the Women’s Performance Pathway.
- Work closely with the Head of Nutrition to deliver a consistent, evidence-informed service.
- Support players to develop strong, sustainable nutrition habits.
- Deliver practical education sessions, resources, and one-to-one guidance.
- Collaborate with coaches, medical, physical performance, and wider multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to an environment that supports player development, wellbeing, and performance.
- Help translate nutrition science into clear, accessible, and actionable advice.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about athlete development and passionate about supporting women and girls in performance sport.
- Knowledge of sports nutrition principles and their application in performance environments.
- An evidence-informed and player-centred approach.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and educate players and staff.
- The ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
- A practical, flexible, and solutions-focused mindset.
- A commitment to supporting the development, wellbeing, and performance of female athletes.
Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Women's Pathway Nutritionist employer: Scottish Rugby
Scottish Rugby is an excellent employer for students seeking to gain hands-on experience in sports marketing and social media. With a vibrant work culture that celebrates community storytelling and live events, you'll have the chance to create engaging content while working alongside a dedicated Marketing and Communications team. This part-time role not only offers flexibility around your studies but also provides travel expenses for fixtures across Scotland, making it a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of rugby.
