Edinburgh Rugby Senior Athletic Performance Coach
Location Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ
Published
Published
3 days ago
Closing
Closing
in 11 days
This is a Temporary , Full Time vacancy.
The Vacancy
Fixed term contract: 2 years
Edinburgh Rugby are looking for an exceptional Athletic Performance Coach to take a senior operational role at the heart of our player development programme. This position will leadreturn-to-play coordination for injured players while designing and delivering high-quality, position-specific physical programmes. You will drive evidence-informed solutions that keep our players performing at their best.
What you will be doing:
Lead criteria-based RTP progressions across strength, speed, contact and skill while managing each injured player’s weekly schedule in close partnership with colleagues
Lead pre-season and in-season player profiling programmes, translating findings into targeted individual and group interventions
Physical programming for an assigned positional group,integrating strength, speed, conditioning and recovery within the demands of the rugby calendar and each player’s individual development pathway
Collaboratingacross Athletic Performance, Medical, Coaching, and Nutrition, contributing to a culture built on accountability, collaboration and continual improvement
What we’re looking for:
- A degree in Sport Science, Strength & Conditioning, Human Performance or a related field is essential
- Experience in professional rugby athletic performance,with a thorough understanding of the physical, technical, tactical and psychological demands of the elite game
- Expertise in player monitoring and data-driven practiceand the ability to translate data into meaningful, individualised interventions
- Anatural collaborator who can build trust with coaches, medics, nutritionists and players, operating with confidence and clarity in a multi-layered, high-performance environment
⬇ To view the full role profile and get some more information about the role, see the document available at the bottom of this page⬇
Ready to make the next step in your career?
If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, complete the application form. Included in this, we’d like you to share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and why you’d love to work at Scottish Rugby.
Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
The Company
At Scottish Rugby, we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Just listen to our voices fill a stadium as we sing the national anthem at an international!
We live and breathe rugby, and our passion shines through everything we do. We are exceptionally proud of our work and the people we do it for. Our goal is to create unforgettable moments – on and off the pitch – through inspirational winning teams, thriving rugby communities, passionate fans, and a vibrant national stadium.
We foster a culture where everyone feels valued and included and we encourage bold ideas and fearless innovation. With curiosity, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of purpose, we bring our best to work every day.
From grassroots to the international stage, together we drive positive change and leave a lasting impact on the game’s future.
Find out more about joining the team and playing your part in inspiring Scotland through rugby.
The Benefits
Enhanced pension scheme
Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
Access to Tickets – rugby and concerts
- Alex Williamson
- CEO
“Every player that represents Scottish Rugby, from our grassroots game through the pathways to our professional, age grade and national teams, is not only a manifestation of their own talent, commitment and purpose, but also that of every single member of the team working AS ONE. On and off the pitch, our people are driven by values that support a sense of belonging to something to be proud of. Scottish Rugby is a great place to work.”
- Glasgow Warriors and Scotland Player
“I am incredibly proud to be part of the Scottish Rugby family. We put in the hard work, both on and off the pitch, fuelled by our deep national passion. At the heart of everything we do are our family and friends, and we make it a priority to recognise, appreciate, and celebrate every success along the way. Together, we are united and striving for greatness with every step.”
- People Business Partner
“Rugby is a game for everyone – on and off the pitch. We take great pride in being somewhere that everyone feels they belong. We have a supportive culture that encourages people to be their best selves. I feel so proud to be part of the team at Scottish Rugby.”
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