What is the role?

The Sports Science department are looking for six work placement students to support the full time Sports Science staff across the Men’s & Women’s 1st team and academy teams in the delivery of cutting-edge sports science support.

You will be fully integrated within the inter-disciplinary team and will underpin the daily roles and responsibilities of the Sports Science department. Under the guidance of an assigned mentor, you will be exposed to the application of performance development principles in a professional sport setting including, but not limited to daily monitoring and testing, data basing and reporting data, delivery of field and gym-based sessions, the delivery of late-stage rehabilitation, and overseeing of nutritional and recovery strategies.

Throughout the placement you will earn opportunities to develop job specific skillsets, including coaching delivery, programme writing, interpreting data, presenting and sharing insights, reflective practice, working effectively as part of a team, and utilising current technology (inc. Catapult GPS, VALD ForceDecks and Nordbord, Power Bi).

Could this be you?

We are looking for candidates who can be part of an interdisciplinary team, be proactive and innovative in their approach, and communicate effectively at all levels. Applicants who are passionate, eager to learn and enthusiastic about Sports Science.

This placement MUST form part of the overall degree programme in order for you to be considered.

Essential Qualifications (including certifications):

• Studying for a BSc in Sports Science or equivalent – student must have a mandatory year-long placement (sandwich year) as part of their degree.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic.


• Knowledge of field and gym-based training.


• Experience coaching in sport.


• Applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

What do you get in return?

If you are successful, you can look forward to:

• Living allowance of £580 per month


• Opportunity to work in an elite environment


• Learning and development opportunities through internal CPD.


• Breakfast and Lunch included.


• Full club kit