Job Responsibilities
• Assist HoP with the production, implementation, and monitoring of the Performance Department Plan in line with the Academy Performance Plan and EPPP requirements.
• Provide industry leading performance support to select YDP age-groups.
• Implement a clear physical development strategy within the FP and YDP that is integrated with the Performance Department Plan and aligned with the wider MDT.
• Oversee the design, delivery and tracking of YDP strength and conditioning.
• Manage the monitoring and reporting of the YDP readiness to train.
• In collaboration with HoP set, monitor and review Academy Performance Department targets.
• Oversee the design, delivery and tracking of YDP GPS data and reporting.
• Facilitate regular dialogue within staff delivering the physical performance strategy to the FP and YDP.
• Liaise with the YDP MDT to effectively periodise and individual player schedules at the macro, meso and microcycle and play.
• Collaborate with the MDT to create player profiles and play an active role in player review cycles.
• Lead on internal and external physical performance testing within the YDP.
• Ensure effective communication and planning between the Lead Academy Performance Coach (PDP) and U18 Performance staff on player transition of incoming scholars.
• Assist in performance support with the PDP.
• Ensure all FP and YDP performance staff understand and can clearly convey the department philosophy, plans and targets as directed by HoP.
• Lead on collecting, tracking and reporting of growth and maturation data.
• Build good relationships with senior management, heads of department and wider academy staff to help facilitate consolidated working practices across the academy.
• Liaise with medical staff to effectively design and deliver late-stage rehab in the YDP.
• Under direction from the HoP, contribute to the design and execution of research projects to improve sport science practice.
• Liaise with PDP staff on transition player programming and development.
• Support, where required, Academy events including inductions and workshops.
• Lead on recruitment for FP and YDP performance team
• Assist HoP with Performance Department administrative duties.
• Lead on long-term CPD for FP and YDP performance staff
• Uphold the highest Safeguarding standards.
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LEAD ACADEMY PERFORMANCE COACH (U9-16) Fulham Football Club Closing Date: 6 November 2026 Salary: Competitive Location: London, 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.
