Football Sport Science Placement – Academy & First Team

Comunidadlift; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A football club is seeking a candidate to support the planning and delivery of holistic physical development programs. Key responsibilities include leading on-pitch and gym-based support, collaborating with the medical team on rehabilitation, and conducting athlete profiling. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Sports Science and have a passion for athlete development. The role offers opportunities for personal development and educational benefits related to sport science technology.

Benefits

Regular career development support

In-house and external CPD opportunities

Meals provided at the training ground

Qualifications

• Studying towards an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Sports Science or equivalent.
• Passionate about the long-term athletic development of athletes.
• Basic knowledge and competency of Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, delivery, and review of physical development programs.
• Lead rehabilitation processes in collaboration with the medical team.
• Support sports science supervision and preparation on matchdays.

Skills

Knowledge of physical demands in football

Data visualisation skills

Basic Microsoft Excel

Education

Studying towards BSc or MSc in Sports Science

Tools

VALD systems

GPS monitoring systems

Job description

A football club is seeking a candidate to support the planning and delivery of holistic physical development programs. Key responsibilities include leading on-pitch and gym-based support, collaborating with the medical team on rehabilitation, and conducting athlete profiling. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Sports Science and have a passion for athlete development. The role offers opportunities for personal development and educational benefits related to sport science technology.