Job Description

Physical Development Coach Placement - Women's First Team

Location:

Chadwell Heath / Rush Green / Chigwell Construction Stadium

Contract Type:

Work Placement

Start Date:

July 2026 |

End Date:

July 2027

Hours:

Full-time, including evenings and weekends

Department:

Football Science & Medicine

Responsible To:

Head of Physical Performance

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 placement students to join the

Women's First Team Football Science & Medicine Department

for the 2026/27 season.


This one-year placement will support the delivery of the elite

physical development programme

within the Women's First Team, providing invaluable hands-on experience in an elite, professional football environment.


Working as part of an experienced, interdisciplinary team, you'll gain exposure to planning, delivering, and reviewing on-field, gym, and rehabilitation sessions. You will collaborate closely with coaches, physical development coaches, performance scientists, nutritionists, physiotherapists, and psychologists to help optimise player performance and provide practical performance solutions.


You'll also assist with player monitoring, testing, and data collection, while contributing to the design and delivery of individual development and training programmes. This is an outstanding opportunity to apply and develop your knowledge of

strength and conditioning

in a high-performance, Women's Super League 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 and matchday venues.

What We're Looking For

Strong understanding of strength and conditioning principles. Confident, adaptable, and proactive coaching approach. Demonstrates the Club's core values across all environments. Works effectively in a collaborative and professional setting. Genuine desire to learn, develop, and contribute to elite performance.

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.