Elite Football Academy Performance Nutritionist

Comunidadlift; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football academy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Performance Nutritionist to enhance player health and performance through specialized nutritional support. The role involves providing bespoke guidance for both healthy and injured athletes, conducting educational initiatives to promote optimal nutrition, and managing the nutrition budget. Candidates should hold relevant degrees and certifications, along with experience in nutrition support for young athletes. This opportunity offers competitive benefits including annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus birthday off

Private healthcare

Discretionary annual bonus

Lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge in nutrition support to young athletes.
• Experience delivering nutrition programs/advice to young athletes.
• Ability to generate actionable insights using data.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated nutrition support to Academy players.
• Deliver targeted support to optimize individual athlete development.
• Ensure injured players receive consistent nutrition support.

Skills

Nutrition support to young athletes

Nutrition & supplementation programs

Data-driven insights

Team collaboration

Flexibility in approach

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant subject

Postgraduate degree in relevant subject

SENr accreditation

ISAK level 1

FA Emergency Aid qualification

UKAD Clean Sport Advisor certification

Job description

A leading football academy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Performance Nutritionist to enhance player health and performance through specialized nutritional support. The role involves providing bespoke guidance for both healthy and injured athletes, conducting educational initiatives to promote optimal nutrition, and managing the nutrition budget. Candidates should hold relevant degrees and certifications, along with experience in nutrition support for young athletes. This opportunity offers competitive benefits including annual leave and private healthcare.