National Talent Pathway Nutritionist (West): Scottish Rugby in Glasgow

National Talent Pathway Nutritionist (West): Scottish Rugby

Location: Scotstoun Stadium 112 Danes Drive Glasgow G14 9HD

Are you passionate about developing young athletes and shaping the future of elite performance? We’re looking for a dedicated Pathway Nutritionist to join our National Talent Pathway (NTP) programme and help drive the next generation of players towards excellence.

In this role you’ll deliver high-quality nutrition support to players and key stakeholders across our pathway system. Working under the guidance of the Head of Nutrition and Lead Pathways Nutritionist, you will provide an evidence-informed, athlete-centred nutrition service designed to accelerate player development.

What you will be doing:

• Provide practical and accessible nutrition support to all NTP players within your regional remit
• Develop and implement a high-performance nutrition strategy aligned with the pathway objectives
• Identify and facilitate appropriate communication methods, including workshops, presentations and digital content to inform and educate with consideration of behaviour change science

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or Sports Science
• Higher degree in Sport & Exercise Nutrition
• Registration with Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) – Graduate minimum (please specify in your application if you are awaiting approval)
• Minimum of 1 year’s post-graduate experience as a practicing registered performance nutritionist, preferably in team sports
• Experience in or evidence of understanding the education needs of young players, using a food-focused approach to optimise health and performance