Women's Strength & Conditioning Coach/Sports Science Practitioner (Volunteer): Dundee United FC
Location Foundation Park, Dundee, Scotland
Reporting to Women's First Team Head Coach
Purpose
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic volunteer Strength & Conditioning Coach or Sports Science practitioner to join our Women's First Team environment.
This is a development focused voluntary role, ideal for someone looking to gain hands on experience within a competitive football setting, build applied hours and work closely with a committed coaching team.
You will play an important supporting role in enhancing player performance, physical development, and injury prevention, while also developing your own practical coaching and applied sports science skills.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design and delivery of individual and small group gym-based strength programs
Assist with delivering pre-training activation, warm-ups, and post training/match recovery sessions
Contribute to the delivery of fitness testing and performance assessments
Assist with monitoring player load and physical output, helping to track progress over time
Work closely with coaching staff to align physical preparation with team objectives
Help maintain accurate and organised performance records and data tracking
What we are looking for
Studying towards or qualified in Sports Science, Strength & Conditioning, or a related discipline
Strong interest in football performance and athlete development
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work within a team environment
Good organisational and communication skills
Availability for two evening sessions and Sunday fixtures
Experience in team sports environments (playing, coaching or support roles)
Exposure to gym-based training prescription or delivery
Interest in performance analysis, load monitoring or athlete tracking tools
Working towards accreditation (e.g. UKSCA, BASES)
What We Offer
Hands‑on experience in a competitive women's football environment
The opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a live environment setting
Mentoring and guidance from experienced coaching staff
Experience that supports career progression and accreditation pathways
A supportive and ambitious team environment focused on player development
Safeguarding
The club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all players and staff. The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks.
Dundee United is committed to ensuring equal opportunities are given to all and welcomes applications from all areas of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage, and civil partnerships.
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