Youth Development Phase Sports Scientist – Leicester City Football Club

Job Description
About the role
An exciting opportunity has presented itself due to the launch of new sport science strategic initiatives at Leicester City Football Club Academy. There is a full-time position available for the role of Youth Development Phase Sport Scientist.
The position carries an attractive package for services and the opportunity to deliver respective Sport Science support to the development U9-U14 squads specifically at a Premier League club academy.
Selected candidates will be required to undertake an internal induction process and complete the necessary safeguarding procedures at Leicester City to coincide with training protocols at the Club.

Key duties include:
Providing feedback accordingly to the Head of Sport Science, coaching and medical staff on training and match-play workload data
Designing and delivering physical syllabus, multi-sport conditioning, injury prevention and individual on-field SAQ programs in conjunction with club philosophy
Organising and delivering physiological testing and monitoring procedures to identify training program responses and readiness to train variables
Assisting the Youth Development Phase Strength and Conditioning Coach with gymnasium-based physical sessions and individualised performance development programmes in conjunction with club philosophy
Contributing to EPPP strategy through the use of performance management applications, internal review processes and education programs

Who we’re looking for
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of support. You will be capable of using GPS and accelerometer technology to record and analyse physical exertion processes in youth soccer players and feel confident using HR and GPS data/equipment.
You will work autonomously on your own initiative, be pro-active in managing your time, building an understanding of the internal and external environment in order to deliver work in a highly effective and professional manner.

Essential requirements:
Sport Science honours degree
Engaged on UKSCA development pathway through pre-accreditation workshop attendance
Resilience and the ability to maintain professionalism and a calm demeanour always
Excellent IT skills (including excellent Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Able to work to tight deadlines

How to apply
If you feel you have the qualities and experience we are looking for please apply by sending your CV, along with a covering letter, by email to recruitment@lcfc.co.uk. To view the full job description please visit https://www.lcfc.com/club/careers

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