Academy Athletic Development Coach

Organisation: IRFU Ulster Branch
Salary: In the region of £30,000 gross per annum
Location: Affidea Stadium
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 7 January 2026
Job Description: Ulster Rugby are currently inviting applications for the post of Academy Athletic Development Coach. The post holder will work under the direction of the Lead Academy Athletic Development Coach, to provide athletic development and sport science support to Academy and National Talent Squad players.

The successful candidate will have a qualification at degree level (or equivalent) in the area of sport and exercise science, strength and conditioning, human movement or related discipline. It is essential that the successful candidate has a minimum of 3 years of practical experience of the provision of athletic development and/or sport science to athletes to improve performance. They should also have experience in the coaching of strength, power, conditioning, linear and multidirectional speed programmes to athletes.

The successful candidate must, by the closing date for receipt of applications, be eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom. Applications from candidates who are not eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom by the closing date for applications will not be considered.

The post is being offered on a full-time, two-year fixed term contract. To apply, please download a detailed job description and person specification and complete the online application form. The closing date for completed application forms is no later than 10:00am on Wednesday 7th January 2026.

Applicants are strongly advised to read the guidance notes at the start of the application form prior to completion. CVs or emails expressing an interest in the position without completing the online application form will be disregarded.
Ulster Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and as such welcomes applications from all persons regardless of race, creed, gender, disability, family status or sexual orientation.

If your role involves working with children and young people you may be subject to vetting through Access NI/Garda Vetting Bureau. Please note that we are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not preclude applicants with criminal convictions.

For more information please refer to the IRFU Vetting Policy https://www.irishrugby.ie/playing-the-game/spirit-of-rugby/safeguarding/recruitment/
How to apply: For more information or to apply, please click on the link below: https://ulsterrugby.getgotjobs.co.uk/registerJob/b86184d9-bdac-1b7a-926c-410bf84fbd69