BCWFC Physical Performance Coach

Organisation: Bristol City FC.
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Robins High Performance Centre, Bristol
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 26 September 2025
Job Description: REPORTS TO: Head of Performance Services

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Physical Performance (S&C) Coach to support elite women’s football. You will play a key role in maximising players’ physical capabilities, reducing injury risk, and enhancing on-pitch performance through effective planning, delivery, and monitoring of strength & conditioning programmes.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver individual and group S&C sessions, including warm-ups, recovery, and fitness testing
• Develop and implement physical development strategies for individuals and the team
• Monitor training loads and performance data, liaising with medical staff and national teams
• Support nutrition, hydration, and recovery strategies as part of an integrated performance team
• Contribute to rehabilitation planning and delivery in collaboration with medical staff
• Educate players on performance lifestyle factors (nutrition, recovery, training habits)
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment to deliver player-centred support

About You
• Experienced in delivering S&C coaching in elite sport, ideally football
• Strong knowledge of female biomechanics and physiology
• Skilled in designing and periodising strength, power, and endurance training programmes
• Confident using performance technologies (e.g., GPS, data analysis tools)
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills
• Resilient, motivated, and passionate about developing women’s football

Qualifications / Requirements:
Essential
• BSc in Sports Science (or related field)
• UKSCA Accredited Strength & Conditioning Coach (ASCC)
• FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
• Safeguarding and DBS clearance
Desirable
• MSc in Strength & Conditioning or related field
• BASES accreditation or additional S&C certifications
• Experience working within the women’s game
How to apply: How to Apply To apply for this role, please email your CV (max 2 pages) and a cover letter (max 1 page) to careers@bcfc.co.uk. Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday on Friday 26th September 2025 Due to the high volume of applicants we receive, if you have not been contacted one month after applying, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Safeguarding Statement: Bristol City Women Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. Note: Due to the nature of the role, any job offer is dependent on a DBS check. All information will be kept by the Safeguarding Officer in strictest confidence. Equality Statement: The successful candidate must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.