Academy Performance Nutritionist

Organisation: Harlequin Football Club Ltd
Salary: up to £200/day
Location: Surrey Sports Park, Guildford GU2 7AD
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 13 May 2025
Interview date: 19 May 2025
Job Description: Job Title: Academy Performance Nutritionist

The Role: To develop and deliver a scientifically sound nutrition programme for Harlequins FC Academy squad players.

Department: Academy Department

Reporting to: Head of Academy Athletic Performance

Location: Surrey Sports Park, Guildford GU2 7AD

Contract type: 1 season

Work pattern: 1 day/week

Remuneration: up to £200/day

Key Responsibilities
• Implement and monitor innovative and evidence-based nutrition strategies to support the players’ training and competitive programmes.
• Maintain current data collection practices as outlined by the Sports Science department.
• Maintain detailed records of all nutrition interventions and track measurable outcomes.
• Produce and distribute reports and feedback to all relevant staff.
• Design and deliver an evidence-based education programme for the Academy squad players.
• Work closely with the rehabilitation team to maximise the recovery process for injured players.
• Work closely with the Senior Performance Nutritionist to ensure nutritional strategies and practices are aligned across the club.
• Anthropometric testing for all Senior Academy and EAP squad players.
• Assist in research and innovation projects in conjunction with the Harlequins’ Research and Development programme
• As a member of the Performance Team, you will be expected to deliver, and oversee role specific CPD.

Essential Criteria:
The below criteria are considered a minimum requirement for the role. You will be requested to provide evidence supporting these criteria throughout the application process.

• BSc in Nutrition or Dietetics OR a BSc in a Sport and Exercise related subject along with an MSc in Sports Nutrition or Nutrition.
• Accredited on the Sports and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr).
• ISAK Level 1 Accreditation with a minimum of 1 year experience in testing.
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience working as a Performance Nutritionist in elite professional team sport.
• Experience in the Implementation and monitoring of evidence-based nutrition strategies to athletes to support the high performance.
• Experience in the education of athletes, using a food-focused approach to health and performance.
• Well organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Must be available to start the role on the 1st of July 2025.
How to apply: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only those selected for the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted. Please visit our company website to apply: https://www.quins.co.uk/current-vacancies