Bristol Rovers are seeking hardworking, forward‑thinking undergraduate or postgraduate students to join the Academy Sports Science & Strength & Conditioning department for the 2026/27 season. This placement provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within an academy environment, supporting the physical development of players across the Foundation Phase (FP) and Youth Development Phase (YDP) & Professional Development Phase (PDP). The role will involve assisting in both gym‑based and pitch‑based delivery, alongside supporting monitoring, testing, and long‑term athlete development processes. Working closely with the Head of Academy Athletic Development to ensure that the Academy Performance Plan is being adhered to.
Responsibilities (Principal Role and Responsibilities)
* Assist and help lead pitch‑based and gym‑based S&C sessions
* Support the delivery of long‑term athlete development programmes
* Assist with physical testing (gym & pitch‑based)
* Support growth and maturation monitoring of academy players
* Assist with wellness, readiness and performance data collection
* Support GPS data collection and basic analysis
* Contribute to a high‑performance environment within the academy
* Work collaboratively within a multi‑disciplinary team
* Assist with injury prevention and rehabilitation support
* Provide matchday S&C support (weekends as required)
* Maintain professional conduct and organisation at all times
Education, Experience and Knowledge
* Currently studying a BSc in Sports Science, Strength & Conditioning, or related discipline
* Ability to assist and deliver pitch‑based sessions and testing, and gym‑based S&C sessions
* Knowledge of Foundation Phase (FP)/Youth Development Phase (YDP) & Professional Development Phase (PDP)
* Understanding of Long‑Term Athlete Development (LTAD)
* Available to work evenings (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday)
* Access to own car/reliable transport
* Full DBS (or willingness to obtain)
* Currently studying or completed an MSc in Sports Science / S&C (or related field)
* Experience in football or youth athlete development environments
* Knowledge of GPS, athlete monitoring, and testing systems
* Interest in pursuing a career in elite football / academy sport science
Skills, Abilities & Experience
* Computer skills (Word/Excel/Access)
* High levels of communication skills, both orally and written
* Personable and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic
* Sensitive to the needs of young players and parents/guardians
* Desire to be an ambassador for BRFC in public role
* Willingness to work weekends and evenings
About The Club
Safeguarding Statement
Bristol Rovers FC Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. This post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) as such it is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). All convictions, including spent convictions that have not been subject to filtering by the DBS, must be declared. Relevant information and/or documents will be distributed as part of the recruitment process.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Bristol Rovers FC Football Club’s commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is to confront and eliminate discrimination whether by reason of age, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital status or civil partnership, race, nationality, ethnicity (race), religion or belief, ability or disability, pregnancy or maternity and to encourage equal opportunities (Protected Characteristics, Equality Act 2010). Employees must ensure a positive commitment towards equality, diversity and inclusion by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description.
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