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Youth Development Physical Performance Coach
Manchester City
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Job Posted- 25 Jun 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 5 Jul 2026
The Role
As Youth Development Physical Performance Coach, you will lead the planning, delivery and review of physical development support for our youth players. You will use objective profiling to shape clear physical priorities and individualised training plans, helping each player build the foundations needed for future performance.
You will work closely with age group coaches and the wider multidisciplinary team to design and deliver on-pitch and off-pitch physical development support. This will include team-based training sessions, evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes, workload planning, and support for return to play and longer-term rehabilitation in partnership with physiotherapy colleagues.
Alongside delivery, you will help bring the Academy Physical Performance strategy to life through high-quality practice, collaboration and education. You will build effective relationships with players, parents, coaches and practitioners, while role-modelling the standards and behaviours expected across Manchester City Academy.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience delivering physical performance support to teams and individuals in a performance sport environment. Experience planning, delivering and reviewing evidence-informed strength and conditioning programmes for youth or academy athletes.
- Understanding of growth, maturation and their influence on physical development and injury risk.
- Relevant undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in a related field.
- UKSCA accreditation or equivalent, with current FA safeguarding and emergency aid certifications.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, physiotherapists, operations colleagues, player support teams, players and parents.
Why Choose Us
Working at Manchester City means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.
As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.
You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.
How to Apply
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