Academy Nutritionist (Part Time)

Academy Nutritionist (Part-time 18.5 hours per week)

Location – Newcastle United Academy

Permanent

Competitive Salary

Closing Date: 23 October 2024

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role

We’re looking for an individual to join our Academy Sports Science and Medicine team where you will provide nutrition support to all Foundation Phase (FP) & Youth Development Phase (YDP) Newcastle United Academy players and assist where necessary to provide nutrition support to Professional Development Phase (PDP) Newcastle United Academy Players.

You will design and implement nutrition strategies for FP & YDP players that align to the elite player performance pathway (EPPP) and Academy nutrition framework, maximising physical attributes (speed, stamina, strength, recovery, and body composition).

Your impact

You will have experience providing Nutrition support to elite youth athletes and coaching staff with proven ability to positively impact development & performance.

It is essential that you hold, BSc in Sports Science or related discipline, Safeguarding Certificate and ISAK Level 1 or the ability to obtain within an agreed timeframe.

You will also hold SENr Practitioner Accreditation, or the ability to obtain within an agreed timeframe.

Although not essential, possession of a post graduate qualification (or equivalent) in Sport & Exercise Nutrition with SENr accreditation; as would knowledge and understanding of the Elite Player Performance Plan and associated audit process.

About the team

Joining our Academy team, you will report to our Head of Academy Sports Science & Medicine, Academy Nutritionist. Working closely with our current Academy Nutritionist, you will work collaboratively with the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team to support the development of FP and YDP players as part of the 6–12-week development review process.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.