U21 Athletic Development Coach

The U21 Athletic Development Coach will be responsible for planning, delivering and reviewing the athletic development programme for the Academy’s U21 age group, while supporting the delivery of high-quality athletic development provision across the Youth Development Phase (YDP), U13–U16. The role will also require flexibility to provide support to First Team staff and players as and when required.

Working as part of the Academy’s multidisciplinary performance team, the post holder will help develop players who are physically prepared to meet the demands of professional football. The role will contribute to the long-term development of Academy players through an age-appropriate, individualised and evidence-informed approach to physical development.

This person will work closely with the Academy coaching, medical, performance analysis and recruitment departments to ensure athletic development is fully integrated into the Academy programme and aligned with the Club’s playing philosophy and player development model.