PGA Strength & Conditioning Coach

• BSc in Sports Science or related discipline
• UKSCA or ASCC accredited, or actively working towards accreditation
• FA DBS
• FA Safeguarding Children
• FA EFAiF
• UKAD Clean Sport Advisor

  Desirable

• MSc in Strength & Conditioning or related discipline
• Additional S&C qualifications (e.g. NSCA, BWLA, FA Level 3)
• BASES-accredited Sports Scientist
• CPD in:
• Female youth physical development
• Talent identification and development
• Football coaching (e.g. UEFA C)
• Player support and wellbeing
• Coaching and mentoring

  Skills & Attributes

• Strong teamwork and communication
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail

We are looking for a PGA Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our team and play an important role in supporting the club's continued growth and success.

Working within a fast-paced professional football environment, you will contribute to delivering high standards across the club while helping create an environment where players, staff and supporters can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver and oversee the Academy's physical development programme.
• Design and deliver individual and group athletic development programmes.
• Deliver rehabilitation training as directed by medical staff to support return to training.
• Design and deliver fitness testing, using results to inform training programmes.
• Work with Physiotherapists/Sports Therapists on activation and injury prevention programmes.
• Maintain safe, well-managed S&C facilities and equipment.
• Maintain accurate athlete records in line with FA and professional standards.
• Communicate with parents on S&C, physical development, injury prevention and recovery.
• Educate coaches on S&C and integrate physical development into technical sessions.
• Provide professional input at case management meetings and advise staff on player needs.
• Work closely with the Safeguarding Manager to prioritise player welfare and wellbeing.

  This role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues across the club in a dynamic sporting environment where flexibility, teamwork and professionalism are essential.

  What We're Looking For

Job Details

Job Title: PGA Strength & Conditioning Coach

Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground

Salary: £16 per hour

Hours: Part time / matchdays inclusive

• A team-first mindset and pride in contributing to collective success
• The ability to perform and make sound decisions in a high-pressure sporting environment
• Relentless attention to detail and commitment to elite standards
• Accountability, professionalism and a willingness to go the extra mile

  Essential Experience / Qualifications

  Essential

• A positive and professional approach

  Experience working within elite sport is beneficial but not essential for many roles - what matters most is attitude, commitment and a willingness to contribute to the success of the club.

  Why Join Charlton Athletic?

• Work within a professional football environment
• Contribute to a historic club with a proud identity
• Be part of a collaborative and passionate team
• Develop your career in elite sport