Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach

Organisation: Kent County Cricket Club
Salary: • £25,000 salary
Location: The St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 6 November 2026
Job Description: JOB TITLE: Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach
REPORTS TO: Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach
CONTRACT: Full Time
START DATE: November/December 2026
Summary of Role:
The purpose of this role is to support the physical development of cricketers selected across
the Kent Cricket pathway age groups, Emerging Player Programme (EPP) and Academy.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality strength and conditioning support, helping
to educate players and skills coaches on the importance of physical preparation and the
standards of fitness and athletic development expected as players progress towards first
team cricket.
Kent Cricket is looking for a personable and professional coach who is motivated to continue
developing their own practice. The successful candidate will enjoy hands-on coaching in
both individual and group environments and will be comfortable adapting to the demands of
a fast-moving and often fluid professional cricket setting.
This is a challenging and exciting opportunity within professional cricket, working with a
diverse athlete population and supporting both player development and elite performance.
The successful candidate will contribute to the club's high-performance culture and ambition
for success across all formats of the game.
The Pathway Strength and conditioning coach will work closely with the Science and
Medicine team, coaches and wider support staff to foster a unified team environment while
maintaining high standards of performance, professionalism and behaviour. Depending on
experience, there will be opportunities to support First XI and gain exposure to the demands
of the professional game at the highest level.
Background:
Kent Cricket is one of only 18 first-class county cricket clubs in England and Wales. From our
headquarters at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence in Canterbury, and with a satellite ground
at The County Ground, Beckenham, we are responsible for the growth and development of all
cricket across Kent and our four London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and
Lewisham - from community and schools’ cricket to the professional game.
Equality Statement:
Kent Cricket recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges
discrimination. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and
values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation,
physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective are proven to be better companies. More
importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best
work, is the right thing to do and we therefore encourage applicants from diverse areas to
apply
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
• Ensure high-quality Strength and Conditioning provision across the Academy and age
group pathway.
• Lead, plan and deliver Strength and Conditioning as part of an interdisciplinary support
team, providing individualised programmes for each member of the Academy and EPP
groups.
• Design, facilitate and deliver physical development sessions for the Academy, EPP, Fast
Bowling Group and age-group pathway squads.
• Plan and lead regular pre-season, in-season and off-season physical testing.
• Lead warm-ups and pre-game preparation, and implement appropriate recovery strategies
for home Second XI, Academy and U18 matches.
• Maintain a database of work for each Academy and EPP player to formally monitor and
review individual workloads using a range of monitoring methods.
• Work alongside the Physiotherapy team and contribute to the management, conditioning
and rehabilitation of injured players.
• Contribute to annual Strength and Conditioning and medical team objectives, as agreed
and identified through the County Partnership Agreement (CPA).
• Assist with First XI gym and field-based sessions where required and appropriate.
• Undertake appropriate continuing professional development to remain current with best
practice.
Working Relationships/Stakeholders:
• Head of Talent Pathway
• Talent Pathway Performance Manager
• Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Director of Sport Science and Clinical Services
• Physiotherapists (First XI / Academy)
• First XI Coaches
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Strength and Conditioning, or a closely related
discipline.
• UKSCA accreditation, or clear evidence of actively working towards accreditation.
• 0–2 years’ experience working in Strength and Conditioning, ideally including youth
athletes.
• Strong practical coaching skills and confidence delivering both individual and group
sessions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive
relationships with developing athletes, coaches and support staff.
• Ability to problem-solve, organise workload and adapt effectively to changing
situations.
Desirable:
• 2+ years’ experience working with youth athletes
• Experience working with senior professional athletes
• Experience working in Strength and Conditioning within elite cricket
• A good understanding of the physical demands of cricket and long-term athletic
development
Personal Attributes:
• Personable, professional and committed to high standards of behaviour
• Enjoys hands-on coaching and supporting athlete development
• High levels of initiative and self-direction
• A positive attitude, with focus, drive and a willingness to learn
• Able to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team and contribute to the
wider success of the Club
Personal Specifications:
• Legal entitlement to work in the United Kingdom. The Club is unable to offer visa
sponsorship for this role.
• Full valid UK driving license and car
• ECB Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• First Aid in Sport and Basic Life Support qualifications
• Safeguarding children certification
Salary & Benefits:
• £25,000 salary
• £1,000 annual CPD allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• 30 days annual leave, including bank and public holidays
How to apply: How To Apply: Please submit your CV by emailing jobs@kentcricket.co.uk with the subject heading “Pathway Strength and Conditioning Coach”. • In no more than 300 words, outline your philosophy for the physical development of young cricketers and describe one practical example of how you have applied this approach in a coaching environment and please explain how your approach would contribute to the development of Kent Cricket pathway players. • Names and contact details for two referees. Referees will not be contacted until the role has been offered to you.

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Pathway Strength & Conditioning Coach