At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the physical development of young footballers and design tailored athletic programmes.
- Company: Join Hibernian FC, a top youth development club in Scotland.
- Benefits: Collaborative environment, professional growth, and the chance to impact future athletes.
- Other info: Innovative team culture where your ideas matter and career growth is supported.
- Why this job: Shape the next generation of elite footballers and drive performance.
- Qualifications: BSc in Sport & Exercise Science and experience in high-performance sports.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Hibernian FC is committed to developing the next generation of elite footballers through an innovative, player-centred performance programme. We are proud of our ambitious football philosophy and our commitment to creating an environment where players and staff can thrive.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Lead Academy Physical Performance Coach to join our Performance Department. Working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will lead the physical development of our Academy players, delivering our full-time U19 programme while overseeing the design and implementation of the physical performance programme across the U13–U17 age groups. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the athletic development of future professional footballers within one of Scotland's leading youth development environments.
The Role
- Lead the planning, delivery and monitoring of the Academy's physical performance programme.
- Design long-term athletic development programmes tailored to each player's age and stage of development.
- Work collaboratively with coaches, physiotherapists and performance staff to maximise player development.
- Deliver comprehensive physical profiling, testing and monitoring programmes.
- Support injury prevention, rehabilitation and return-to-play processes.
- Line manage Academy Physical Performance Coaches, including postgraduate research students and sessional staff.
- Help drive innovation and continuous improvement within the Academy Performance Department.
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Has experience working within an elite football or high-performance sporting environment.
- Is passionate about developing young athletes and helping them fulfil their potential.
- Can lead, inspire and develop others.
- Thrives within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- Uses evidence-based practice and embraces innovation.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- BSc in Sport & Exercise Science (or related discipline).
- Minimum two years' postgraduate experience.
- Experience working within an Academy, Development or First Team multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong understanding of strength & conditioning, long-term athlete development, injury prevention and rehabilitation.
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to own transport.
Why Hibernian FC?
At Hibernian FC you'll join a forward-thinking Performance Department committed to delivering best practice and developing players capable of succeeding at the highest level. You'll work in a positive, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and your work will have a genuine impact on the future of the football club.
Closing date: 5pm Friday 7th August 2026. Join us and help shape the next generation of Hibernian Football Club players.
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