First Team Physical Performance Coach Reading FC Salary : Competitive Closing Date : 5 June 2026

• Alongside the HOPP, plan and deliver “EFL Leading”, individualized strength and conditioning programmes to the first team squad.
• Be responsible for the implementation of periodized testing, reporting and monitoring of all first-team players.
• Be responsible for the delivery of periodized pre-training preparation sessions that support the individual development of players whilst being aligned to the aims of the pitch-based training programme.
• Work in collaboration with medical staff to ensure that player programmes are aligned to support any ongoing and historical pathology management.
• Support the on-pitch delivery of training warm-ups, conditioning sessions.
• Delivery of match-day support, including player preparation, nutritional supplementation and fueling, GPS preparation and pre-match warmups and any additional S&C needs.
• Work alongside the HOPP and first team coaches to implement IDP frameworks that align physical, technical and tactical objectives.
• Support the development of the department by sharing previous learning experiences with other practitioners and individuals.
• BSc in Strength and Conditioning, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a team sport environment (not specifically football).
• Experience of leading a Strength & Conditioning programme or elements within a programme.
• Demonstratable experience of using assessment tools and software such as VALD, Kanga Tech, Statsports.
• Demonstratable experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support player development and performance.
• UKSCA Accreditation or equivalent.
• Experience of working at first team/senior level within team sport.
• Experience of using software analysis tools such as Power Bi or Tableau.

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