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Lead Sports Scientist – Newcastle United Women

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Responsible to: Head of Performance (NUW)

Contract: Permanent

About Us

Newcastle United Women are committed to creating a world-class high-performance environment that supports and develops elite female footballers. We are seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Sports Scientist to deliver best-practice sports science provision, optimising player performance, reducing injury risk, and contributing to the continuous development of our performance plan.

The Role

As Lead Sports Scientist, you will design and implement evidence-based sports science programmes for Newcastle United Women’s first team. You will provide technical expertise, support rehabilitation processes, and collaborate closely with coaches and medical staff to maintain peak performance and athletic development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a Sports Science programme that reflects best practice and scientific principles to maximise player development and performance.
• Provide SS support during training and match days, home and away.
• Support rehabilitation processes in line with NUW Medical team requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to reduce injury risk and maintain high performance.
• Educate and support coaches on integrating SS provision into technical sessions.
• Develop and maintain the SS Performance Management System to track player progress.
• Conduct analysis and reporting on SS performance and outcomes to inform decision-making.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of work conducted.
• Manage and maintain SS equipment and facilities.
• Represent the SS department at meetings, events and conferences.
• Commit to continuous professional development.

Qualifications & Training

Essential:

Degree in Sports Science or Strength & Conditioning.

BASES Accreditation (or ability to obtain within agreed timeframe).

FA Safeguarding Certificate.

FA Emergency First Aid in Football.

Desirable:

Higher degree in Sports Science.

ISAK Accreditation.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential:

Significant experience in an elite sporting environment.

Proven ability to positively impact development and performance of elite female athletes.

Strong understanding of physiological demands of women’s football.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team shaping the future of women’s football.

Work in a world-class high-performance environment.

Opportunities for professional development and CPD.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

For further information on this role and about the club and our values please visit our careers page.