Job Location Academy Training Ground BR3 1NZ
Contract Type Full-time
Salary/ ROP £26,000
Deadline 22nd September 2025
Who we are:
We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - brand new main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.
We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.
About this role:
* Ensure PGA players experience a physical performance programme that supports the club blueprint and develops high quality athletes
* Lead and develop the physical programme across the PGA and academy age groups
* Ensure players experience a safe, secure, and supportive environment.
* Provide excellent feedback to the MDT on physical outlooks on players and individuals
Responsibilities:
* Contribute to the PGA blueprint / curriculum ensuring there is S&C provision which complements the football programme.
* Deliver – or oversee the delivery of – the PGA and Girls Pathway physical development programme, including:
* Design and deliver individualised athletic development programmes as well as group training sessions
* Provide injury rehabilitation training of players as directed by the physiotherapist/sports therapist, in preparation for return to training
* Design and deliver a fitness testing programme. Use the results to drive group and individual training programmes
* Work with Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to develop and support an activation / prehab programme
* Manage facilities and equipment within the PGA so that it is well maintained and safe to use
* Maintain a comprehensive database of work conducted with athletes and coaches. Keep records which meet the standard required by The FA and the appropriate professional bodies
* Communicate with parents in the event of S&C related queries, generally and specifically to their children. Educate and support parents with regard to their role in supporting physical development, injury prevention, injury care, recovery, diet and other factors relating to lifestyle away from the PGA.
* Advise and direct other staff on the needs of players. Attend case management meetings and provide professional opinion /input
* Educate coaches on the S&C provision and embedding physical outcomes within technical sessions
* Provide critical data and benchmarking for IDP review and decision making processes on individual players
* Work with external partners / stakeholders
* Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
* Upholding and promoting the Club's policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Essential
* MSc in Sports Science or a Sport Science related discipline.
* Hold UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) or ASCC accreditation.
* FA DBS
* FA Safeguarding Children
* FA Level 2 Introduction to First Aid in Football (EFAiF) or FA EmergencyFirst Aid.
* Has experience of delivering gym sessions, pre activation, warm ups and individual interventions within coaching sessions
* Has experience of capturing, processing and presenting GPS data on various formats
DESIRABLE
* 2 years experience in a similar role
* Additional recognized S&C related qualifications (e.g., NSCA/BWLA/FA Level 3)
* BASES Accredited Sports Scientist
* Engages in professional development, for example:
* Physical Development of Youth Female Players (growth and maturation, female athlete physiology & menstrual cycle)
* Football Coaching Qualification (Eg., Introduction to coaching Football/UEFA C)
* Experience of developing & delivering individual and group physical preparation and recovery strategies for children and adolescent females
* Knowledge of injury prevention and individual screening strategies
* Be a UKAD Clean Sport Advisor
Benefits:
* Complimentary match day ticket
* Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
* Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
* 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
* Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
* Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice.
* Travel Season Ticket loan
* Holiday allowance that increases every year of service
Our commitment to Equality
At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.
We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.
Reasonable Adjustment
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.
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Safeguarding
Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.