RESPONSIBILITIES
- Profiling - regularly assess and track the physical preparedness and development of Academy players using aligned processes and systems
- Planning - organise and sequence training to support long-term physical development, appropriate to age, maturation and individual player needs
- Programming - prescribe progressive, individualised physical development programmes to improve physical qualities, enhance strengths and address individual gaps. Programmes to be aligned to club Physical Performance best practice framework
- Coaching - direct attention, assure movement quality and challenge perceived physical ceiling for both gym and field sessions
- Monitoring - track internal and external training load using aligned systems and make/recommend appropriate modifications to optimise player development and durability
- Rehabbing - support the Physical Performance component of rehabilitation and return to play in collaboration with Academy medical staff
- Educating - contribute to player education in terms of physical preparation, recovery, lifestyle and performance behaviours
Individual Player Development & Progression
- Contribute to case conferences and IDPs, ensuring clear individual specific physical development priorities
- Ensure compliance with RFU standardised athletic assessments and maintain accurate player physical performance data
- Identify physical strengths, development gaps and individual rate limiters for emerging players
Partnership Delivery & Physical Performance Alignment
- Lead Physical Performance delivery within the Bath Rugby and Beechen Cliff School partnership
- Work collaboratively with Beechen Cliff staff to ensure alignment and continuity of players' physical development
- Support physical performance delivery across Academy pathway satellite centres and partner environments as required
- Maintain effective communication with relevant schools, clubs and International programmes to promote training alignment
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Academy Physical Performance Coach Bath Rugby Closing Date: 28 September 2026 Salary: Competitive Location: Bath, United Kingdom employer: Sportsmith
The UK Sports Institute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Bath where you can make a significant impact on the health and performance of athletes across Olympic and Paralympic sports. With a strong emphasis on professional development, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in sports medicine, we provide our employees with unique opportunities to grow and thrive in their careers while contributing to the success of the UK's sporting future.
