️ WEST HAM UNITED ACADEMY ️
ACADEMY PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COACH – REHABILITATION
Department: Football Science & Medicine
️ Locations: Chadwell Heath / Little Heath / Rush Green
Contract: Fixed Term – Casual
Pay: London Living Wage
Working Pattern: Casual / Flexible
Availability: Flexibility required across weekdays and weekends to accommodate Academy training schedules
DBS: Enhanced DBS required
- Age Group: U18–U21 Academy players
West Ham United is seeking a passionate and driven Academy Physical Development Coach – Rehabilitation to support the delivery of an elite physical development and rehabilitation programme, with a particular focus on Return to Performance (RTP).
Working within the Football Science & Medicine department, you will work closely with Physical Development, Medical, Coaching and Performance Science staff to support Academy players throughout their rehabilitation and return to performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
️ Plan, deliver and review gym- and pitch-based physical development and rehabilitation programmes.
Develop individualised RTP programmes based on player needs, profiling, positional demands and development priorities.
Support player rehabilitation under the guidance of the Physical Development and Medical teams.
Support rehabilitation testing, profiling and monitoring, accurately recording physical, training and performance data.
️ Communicate player response, performance and training tolerance to support programme and MDT decision-making.
Work collaboratively with Physical Development, Medical, Coaching and Performance Science staff and attend relevant rehabilitation meetings.
- ️ Deliver high-quality gym and pitch-based rehabilitation sessions and prepare appropriate equipment and environments.
Collect and record GPS, testing, profiling, wellness and programme data.
Maintain accurate rehabilitation records.
Escalate concerns regarding pain, symptoms, load tolerance or player wellbeing to the appropriate Medical or Physical Development lead.
Support wider Physical Development delivery where required and contribute positively to the department.
Maintain high professional and coaching standards and engage in CPD and professional development.
️ THE WEST HAM WAY
Our vision is to build on our iconic history and create an environment of excellence and high standards, continuing our reputation as an outstanding producer of talented players and people from within our diverse community — all developed ‘The West Ham Way’.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Improve Academy players’ ‘Movements That Matter’ within The West Ham Way.
Improve players’ ‘Underpinning Physical Qualities’.
️ Minimise Academy player time loss to soft tissue/non-contact injury.
Provide meaningful Physical Development support to the MDT.
If you are passionate about player development, rehabilitation and performance and want to contribute to an elite Academy environment, we want to hear from you.
Develop Players. Develop People. The West Ham Way. ️
Benefits on offer (may vary based on contract type and location)
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25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
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Pension and life insurance
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Healthcare cash scheme
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Travel season ticket loan
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Cycle to work scheme
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Priority access to apply for match tickets
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Discounted season tickets
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Staff discounts in the club store, café and our official partners products and services
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Discounted gym membership and onsite fitness room facilities
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Family friendly leave policies
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Company Social events
EDI Statement
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The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, aligning with the organisation’s business and tactical approach to eliminating barriers and addressing inequity. You agree to actively contribute to creating a discrimination-free and inclusive environment, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and benefits, while fostering a culture of dignity and respect that enables everyone to perform and achieve their potential.
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Candidates must demonstrate their capability and willingness to uphold best practices and procedures, promoting lasting positive change while eliminating biases and barriers to attracting, achieving, and supporting talent from all communities, regardless of background, circumstances, or protected characteristics.
Safeguarding
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The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk of harm across all stakeholders. Everyone, including third parties who work with the Club or the West Ham Foundation, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals. Successful candidates must undergo essential background checks before starting their employment, which may include screening of social media. The type of DBS check required will depend on the responsibilities of the position and may be basic, standard, or enhanced.
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The successful candidate agrees to proactively identify and respond appropriately to any concerns, and follow the Club's Safeguarding reporting procedures to report allegations of abuse, poor practice, or anything that may impact the welfare of a child, young person, or adult at risk without delay, within 24 hours, or as otherwise directed by the Club’s or the West Ham Foundation Safeguarding Team.
Applications:
To apply, please submit your application via our career’s portal: https://www.careers.whufc.com
Deadline: 5pm Friday 18th September 2026
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
