About the Role
To lead the design and delivery of evidence‑based recovery strategies for the men’s first team players at Nottingham Forest. Provide an individualised, player‑centric approach that optimises readiness, availability, and performance. The role will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary staff to integrate recovery into the wider performance model while driving continuous innovation and best practice.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* Construct the recovery strategies for Nottingham Forest football club men’s first team, aligning to the overall performance objectives and supporting individual player requirements.
* Establish a comprehensive player monitoring system using the latest technology to identify changes in readiness and performance.
* Work in close collaboration with the head of performance and medical leads to devise interventions that enhance player recovery between games and selected training sessions.
* Drive interventions around match days, particularly post‑match recovery with consideration of travel and home games.
* Design and lead MD + 1 and + 2 recovery interventions that prioritise players returning to training and performance within the shortest reasonable time frame.
* Place a strong focus on individual engagement with recovery modalities and create options that meet each player’s needs and recovery profile.
* Consider players’ outside activities and implement strategies to improve sleep, travel and engagement with technology.
* Drive strategies with medical colleagues to improve recovery from injury and rehabilitation timeframe.
* Present data to the MDT to provide an overview of player wellness and insights into recovery.
* Assist with roles aimed at delivering the performance strategy to the men’s first team (strength training, training load monitoring and nutritional support).
* Share knowledge with academy and women’s team practitioners and assist implementation of appropriate recovery interventions for their player groups.
* Lead staff education on the latest evidence‑based recovery interventions, aiming to positively impact performance.
* Perform any other reasonable tasks as determined by line manager.
Qualifications
Essential
* Experience applying sport science to professional athletes and coaches at first‑team, international or top‑tier level.
* Extensive background knowledge in the effectiveness of recovery strategies and their impact on performance outcomes.
* Experience leading and delivering sport science education via presentations or resource creation.
* Ability to lead others in the MDT and aid critical decision making.
* Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work flexible hours and travel.
* MSC in sports science or related discipline.
* Previous professional experience in the sports science field.
* UKAD certification.
Desirable
* Evidence of enhancing sports science through publication, presentation or literature related to sport nutrition.
* Fluency in multiple languages.
* PhD in sports science or related discipline.
* Level 3 (or higher) qualification in sports massage.
* BASES accreditation.
* UKSCA accreditation.
Benefits
* Access to tickets for events at The City Ground.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discounts on high street and gym membership.
* Discount within the club shop.
* Free on‑site parking.
Forest For Everyone
We aim to create a culture that embraces and celebrates differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximises their potential and eliminates discrimination.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity leave, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to developing policies that promote equal opportunities and to monitoring progress through accurate diversity data.
Safeguarding
As part of the club’s commitment to safeguarding, successful applicants may be required to undergo a DBS check or an enhanced DBS check. The results will be considered individually and the club will act proportionately.
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