ROLE SUMMARY

We are looking for an evidence-driven performance leader to drive the physical preparation, conditioning, and long-term athletic development of our first team squad.

Reporting to the Director of Rugby, you will lead a multidisciplinary performance team and work in close collaboration with coaching, medical, and sports science staff.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and oversee the year-round athletic performance programme across the full playing squad to enable them to play the Bears way.
• Lead and develop the athletic performance team, including strength and conditioning coaches, sports scientists, and relevant performance staff.
• Manage player load, recovery, and readiness in partnership with the medical and sports science staff to minimise injury risk and optimise availability.
• Use GPS, heart rate. force-plate, and other performance data to inform training prescription and return-to-play protocols
• Oversee individualised development plans for players across all positions and career stages, including academy-to-first-team transition.
• Set and manage the performance department’s budget, equipment, and facility requirements.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to align physical preparation with tactical and technical game plans.
• Lead the constant refinement of the departments systems and processes, holding the department to an elite standard.
• Stay up to date with best practice and research in elite athletic performance.
• To contribute positively to the Bears vision and culture.