location: University Park

The University of Nottingham Sport is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Strength and Conditioning Coach to support the delivery of Strength and Conditioning services to the University of Nottingham sports teams.

In this role, you will collaborate with other members of the Strength and Conditioning team, coaches, and external partners to enhance the student athletic experience. A typical day may include (but is not limited to):

Providing strength and conditioning sessions to University of Nottingham student-athletes.

• Support the operation of the strength and conditioning facility by leading attendance sessions and maintaining the facility and equipment.
• Support delivery of student athletes with special needs and the department’s knowledge base on special needs sports.
• Contribute to strategic projects that enhance student experience and sporting performance at the University of Nottingham.

This is a part-time (0.6 FTE), fixed-term role, and some evening and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the sports performance programmes. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

About the team

You will join a dynamic, collaborative and supportive Strength and Conditioning team within the University of Nottingham’s Department of Sport, which is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible sports environment where all students, regardless of background, identity or ability, feel welcome and valued.

We highly value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all staff and students. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about the student experience and delivering performance outcomes.

About you

We are looking for a coach who is committed to driving the student experience and delivering performance results through excellent coaching. You would be well suited to this role if:

• You have experience working with student-athletes, with an understanding of the demands placed on student-athletes.
• You are passionate about learning about para sports and can create an environment for para sports athletes to thrive within.
• You have some experience working with sports coaches, physiotherapists and other members of support services or other sports organisations.
• You have a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to engage effectively with students and colleagues.
• You are committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.

What we offer

• A welcoming and supportive workplace where diversity is valued.
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance.
• A generous 27 days’ holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays and university closure days, including leave between Christmas and New Year.
• Access a wide range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing facilities, employee discounts, and travel plans.
• We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruiting and hiring process.

What’s next?

If you would like to discuss this role informally, please contact Tim Lawrenson on Tim.Lawrenson@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email will not be considered.

Secondment requests from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior approval has been obtained from both your current line manager and your primary function manager, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

If you require any adjustments to enable you to apply for this role or participate in the selection process, please let us know.

For further details, please see the role profile.