Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
As Academy Physical Performance Lead, you’ll lead the design and delivery of age-appropriate, evidence-informed athletic development programmes for Newcastle United Women Academy players. You’ll play a key role in enhancing physical performance, supporting long-term athletic development and reducing injury risk across the Academy programme.
Working closely with coaches, medical colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, you’ll help create an environment where players can maximise their physical potential while developing healthy habits and behaviours that support long-term success.
What you’ll do
- Design, deliver and review evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes aligned to the NUW Performance Plan.
- Conduct physical testing and monitor player progression to inform individual and group development plans.
- Support rehabilitation, return-to-play and injury prevention programmes in collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Provide physical performance support during training sessions and matchdays, both home and away.
- Maintain accurate player records and physical performance databases in line with professional and league standards.
- Educate and support coaches to integrate physical development outcomes into technical programmes.
- Deliver player education on nutrition, recovery and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Maintain and develop the Academy’s physical performance monitoring systems.
- Support the management and development of strength and conditioning equipment and facilities.
- Contribute to departmental projects, meetings, professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.
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NUW Academy Physical Performance Lead Newcastle United FC Closing Date: 2 November 2026 Salary: Competitive Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, 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.
