Lead Physical Preparation Coach

Complementary Training; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization in Bath is seeking a Lead Physical Preparation Coach to shape the training of athletes aiming for Olympic success. In this role, you will design comprehensive strength and conditioning programs, coach athletes across multiple disciplines, and utilize data-driven insights to enhance performance. Candidates should possess a degree in Sports Science and extensive coaching experience. This position offers opportunities to work at international competitions and contribute to the future of modern pentathlon.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience coaching elite athletes to improve performance.
• Ability to coach technical lifting and adapt programs based on data.
• Understanding of high-performance training methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement foundational framework for athletes' physical development.
• Lead elite S&C programs and coach in various disciplines.
• Provide coaching support at camps and competitions.

Skills

Strength and Conditioning

Coaching Elite Athletes

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, England, United Kingdom

This is not just a strength and conditioning role; it is a chance to define the physical standard for a sport undergoing an exciting evolution. You will be developing human performance capability at the heart of our WCP aiming for Los Angeles 2028 and guiding our Pathway athletes with sights on Brisbane 2032. Opportunities to attend camps and competitions will upskill your understanding to best physically prepare our athletes to train and compete in the disciplines of running, swimming and obstacle racing. You will be a key architect of athlete training plans, particularly during the busy competition season over the summer.

About Us

• Pentathlon GB is the National Governing Body for Modern Pentathlon in Great Britain, dedicated to producing world‑class athletes and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our mission is to achieve sustained success on the World and Olympic stage.
• Information about the sport and athlete journeys can be found on our website https://www.pentathlongb.org/ and Instagram Insta: @PentathlonGB.
• Follow this OCR run example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLiE5_lM5FE/
• Videos from recent competitions are visible on the International Federation (UIPM) YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/uipmchannel.

About the Job

Do you want to build the next generation of “physically dominant” Olympic champions? Pentathlon GB is looking for a Lead Physical Preparation Coach to join our World Class Programme (WCP) at the National Training in Bath.

The Mission

As our Physical Preparation Lead Coach, you won’t just be “in the gym” – you will be an integral part of the performance planning and coaching process.

You will:

• Design the Blueprint: Create and implement the foundational framework for physical development, mapping athletes on their physical journey.
• Build the Athlete: Create and lead elite S&C programs that develop robust, dominant athletes capable of conquering the new Modern Pentathlon format.
• Integrate & Innovate: Work at the heart of a Multi‑Disciplinary Team (MDT), collaborating with the Lead Performance Coach and Sports Science & Medicine Team to blend training science and coaching for high‑performance.
• Coach Across Boundaries: Lead sessions in the gym while supporting physical disciplines like Running, Swimming and Obstacle Course Racing.
• Align & Educate: Shape the future of the sport by developing an S&C framework and delivering education to coaches and pathway athletes.
• Field Operations: Provide coaching support at camps and international competitions to ensure our athletes execute when it matters most.

Who You Are

We are looking for a coach who thrives in high‑performance environments, brings energy, knowledge and the ability to quickly build trust with athletes and coaches. The balance of scientific precision and elite coaching skills is critical in this role.

The Essentials

• Educated: A degree in Sports Science or a related field (specializing in physical preparation).
• Experienced: Extensive experience coaching elite athletes with a proven track record of using diagnostics to drive performance.
• Technical Expert: You know how to technically coach lifting, manage training loads, and adapt programs based on data.
• Skilful Communicator: You can translate complex data into actionable insights for athletes and coaches alike.

The “Extra Mile” (Desirable)

• Higher degree or professional accreditation (UKSCA, NSCA CSCS).
• Specific coaching experience in Pentathlon disciplines or multisport roles.

How to Apply

Read more and submit your application via the link here: Turn the Countdown to LA 2028 • Application. Submit a current CV and cover letter demonstrating the required experience and skills. You must also upload a maximum 3‑minute / 20 MB video answering the question: “You have been tasked with figuring out how to win a World Championship in Inflatable 5km running in 2 years … How would you go about identifying key physical parameters to be competitive?” If you have issues uploading the video or wish to send it by another means, please contact [e-mail]. Application deadline: Friday 20th February midnight. Interview date: Thursday 5th March at Sports Training Village Bath.

Required Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in strength and conditioning support for athletes to improve performance.
• Experience analysing sport demands and using diagnostics to develop individual programmes.
• Ability to coach progressive physical changes safely, including technical lifting instruction.
• Understanding training science, recovery, and concurrent training methodology and periodisation.
• Experience with diagnostics and monitoring to inform coaching and modify programmes.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy and injury/fatigue management.
• Excellent coaching skills to motivate behavioural change and adapt to learning styles.
• Understanding of high‑performance athlete and coach needs.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams for physical preparation.
• Communication of complex data to diverse audiences.