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YDP Performance Nutritionist
Manchester City
City Football Group (CFG) is the holding company established to oversee the creation and administration of a network of linked clubs and other footballing operations under the aegis of Manchester City.
Job Posted- 27 Mar 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 10 Apr 2026
Manchester City is seeking a Youth Development Performance Nutritionist to support players within the Youth Development Phase (U12 - U16) at our Academy in Manchester.
Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll deliver evidence-informed nutrition support to optimise player health, performance and long-term development. The role has a strong focus on education, helping players, parents and staff build a clear understanding of effective fuelling and healthy behaviours at a key stage of development.
This is a great opportunity for a developing practitioner to apply their knowledge in an elite football environment while continuing to build experience and professional accreditation.
Your Impact
- Deliver integrated performance nutrition support to YDP squads and individual players.
- Design and deliver an educational curriculum for players, parents and staff focused on performance nutrition and healthy behaviours.
- Provide targeted support to individual players, including those in injury rehabilitation.
- Monitor and profile players to inform individualised nutrition plans.
- Work closely with the Academy Head Chef and wider MDT to optimise the food environment.
- Provide clear reporting and updates on player progress to key stakeholders.
- Support the ongoing development and delivery of the Academy nutrition programme.
What we are looking for
- Undergraduate and postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Nutrition, Sport Science).
- SENr accreditation (or working towards as a minimum).
- ISAK Level 1 certification.
- Strong understanding of nutrition principles for youth athletes.
- Experience supporting or delivering nutrition programmes (academic, placement or professional).
- Ability to translate data and theory into practical, actionable guidance.
- Strong communication skills, particularly in educating young players and stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Organised, proactive and committed to continuous development.
*We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, please submit your application as soon as possible.
This is Your City
As part of our team, you will be entitled to 26 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, private healthcare and a Simply Health cash plan, an annual discretionary bonus, plus a range of partnership and lifestyle discounts.
How to Apply
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