To support the physical performance, rehabilitation and conditioning of First Team players, assisting in the planning and delivery of end-stage rehabilitation programmes and on-pitch performance activities to ensure all players are prepared and available for training and competition.
Lead the planning and delivery of end-stage rehabilitation programmes for injured First Team players, ensuring a seamless transition from rehabilitation to full training and return to competition.
Work closely with the medical, performance and coaching staff to design, implement and monitor return-to-play strategies, ensuring players meet agreed physical performance criteria before progressing through each stage of rehabilitation.
Assist in the planning and delivery of all on-pitch physical performance activities, including pre-training preparation, warm-ups, individual development sessions, conditioning drills and support of team training sessions.
Support the delivery of individual player development programmes, ensuring physical performance interventions are aligned with the technical, tactical and positional demands of First Team football.
Liaise closely with the First Team Strength & Conditioning Coach to plan and deliver pre-training activation protocols, post-training strength programmes and individualised physical preparation strategies.
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of player performance and workload management systems, ensuring accurate collection and interpretation of physical performance data.
Assist with the performance delivery of the First Team squad (including pre-training preparation, regeneration and recovery, rehabilitation, individual conditioning) as well as non-squad players’ additional loading on matchdays, to maintain the fitness of all First Team players.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with players, coaches and medical staff
High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple players and programmes simultaneously
Resilient, proactive and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent knowledge of physical performance testing, conditioning methodologies and injury prevention strategies
Ability to interpret and apply physical performance data to inform player preparation and rehabilitation decisions
Committed to the development and success of the First Team, and to representing the Club with professionalism and integrity at all times
