Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach in Barnsley

About The Role

Barnsley Football Club are seeking a passionate and driven Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach to play a key role in the development of our next generation of elite players.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking Performance, Medicine & Performance Analysis team, working closely with academy players and first-team staff to deliver a high-performance environment that prepares athletes for professional football.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver and support individualised strength & conditioning programmes to enhance performance across academy squads.
Contribute to on- and off-pitch training sessions, focusing on speed, strength, agility, power and endurance.
Support fitness testing, performance monitoring, and data analysis, using industry-leading technologies.
Play an active role in player rehabilitation, leading gym-based recovery programmes for injured players.
Ensure alignment between academy and first-team physical performance practices to support player progression.
Work collaboratively across departments, contributing to a holistic, multidisciplinary approach.

About You

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed practitioner who is:

Experienced in delivering physical performance programmes within elite sport.
Knowledgeable in athletic development, including movement, strength, speed, and conditioning.
Confident in using performance analysis tools and technologies (e.g. GPS and force platforms).
A strong communicator who thrives in a team-based environment.
Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced setting.

About The Candidate

Essential

Undergraduate degree in Strength and Conditioning, Sports Science, Physical Education, or related subject.
Experience working in a physical performance role within elite sport
Experience using performance technologies, including GPS systems (e.g Statsports) and force diagnostic equipment (e.g. VALD products)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Able to build trust and rapport with players and staff
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Full UK driving license.

Desirable

Postgraduate qualification in Strength and Conditioning, Sport Science, Physical Education or related discipline.
Recognised accreditation (UKSCA, NSCA, EXOS, ASCA, CASES) or working towards
Previous experience working in a sporting environment

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