Job Description

Nutrition Placement - Academy

Location:

Chadwell Heath / Little Heath / Rush Green

Contract Type:

Work Placement

Start Date:

June 2026 |

End Date:

July 2027

Hours:

Full-time, including evenings and weekends

Department:

Football Science & Medicine

Responsible To:

Academy Nutritionist

DBS Check:

Enhanced with Child's Barred List

Position:

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About the Role

West Ham United Football Club is offering an exciting opportunity for a placement student to join our

Academy Football Science & Medicine Department

for the 2026/27 season.


This year-long placement will support the ongoing development and delivery of nutrition provision across the Academy. Working as part of a high-performing, interdisciplinary team, you will gain hands-on experience applying nutrition principles to support player performance, health, and development.


You'll assist in the delivery of daily nutrition provision, contribute to monitoring, testing, research, and data analysis, and help deliver creative education initiatives such as workshops, infographics, and newsletters. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practical skills and experience within an

elite Premier League Academy environment

.

Requirements:

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Essential Criteria

The placement must form part of your degree programme, with an end date after January 2027. Ability to commit to the full 2026/27 season. Enhanced DBS check with Child's Barred List required. Ability to travel between multiple Club training venues.

What We're Looking For

Strong knowledge of nutrition and performance principles. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A collaborative and professional approach. Demonstrates the Academy's values: Hardworking, Exciting, Attitude+, Respect, Togetherness. A genuine desire to learn, develop, and make a positive impact within an elite football environment.

Safeguarding Commitment

We're committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children and adults at risk. This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Other information:

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What We Offer

Access to an Individualised Learning and Development Programme. Monthly travel allowance (up to 500). Club kit provided. Breakfast and lunch on site. Opportunity to build a professional network within elite sport.

EDI Statement

The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, aligning with the organisation's business and tactical approach to eliminating barriers and addressing inequity. You agree to actively contribute to creating a discrimination-free and inclusive environment, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and benefits, while fostering a culture of dignity and respect that enables everyone to perform and achieve their potential.


Candidates must demonstrate their capability and willingness to uphold best practices and procedures, promoting lasting positive change while eliminating biases and barriers to attracting, achieving, and supporting talent from all communities, regardless of background, circumstances, or protected characteristics.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk of harm across all stakeholders. Everyone, including third parties who work with the Club or the West Ham Foundation, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals. Successful candidates must undergo essential background checks before starting their employment, which may include screening of social media. The type of DBS check required will depend on the responsibilities of the position and may be basic, standard, or enhanced.


The successful candidate agrees to proactively identify and respond appropriately to any concerns, and follow the Club's Safeguarding reporting procedures to report allegations of abuse, poor practice, or anything that may impact the welfare of a child, young person, or adult at risk without delay, within 24 hours, or as otherwise directed by the Club's or the West Ham Foundation Safeguarding Team.

How to Apply

Please submit your

CV (maximum two sides of A4)

Closing Date:

Wednesday 10th December 2025

(Please note: this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.)


Due to the high volume of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.