An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Physical Performance Coach to join the Academy at Queens Park Rangers Football Club. Reporting to the Head of Integrated Performance, the post holder will work collaboratively with Performance/Football staff to effectively design, deliver and review Individual Performance Plans (IPPs) for each Development Squad player, and contribute to the physical development and progress of each player to transition them into First Team football. Key Responsibilities • As part of the IPP process, collaboratively create bespoke physical performance programs and strategies which clearly underpin their football performance, physical development and robustness. • Lead the development and delivery of physical profiling/monitoring that provides clear and objective feedback to the Performance and Football Departments about each individual player and the development squad. Align this process with 1st team and all academy age groups. • As part of a multidisciplinary team be a key member in delivering high level return to performance support to optimise each player’s rehab journey and effectively return dev team players to full fitness. • Lead the overall on pitch training plan design to ensure effective management of players physical program and readiness to train and compete in every game. • Have a clear periodised plan at Team and Individual level that considers the training/fixture schedule and provides appropriate proactively planned strategies to manage the groups physical development, robustness and readiness across the whole calendar year. • Work closely with members of the Performance & Football Departments to Identify and develop projects that drive impact to the individual players as well as the club and department as a whole. About The Candidate Qualifications Essential Desirable 1 A Degree in Sport Science or Strength & Conditioning (or related discipline) ü 2 A Master’s Degree, or working towards, in Sport Science or Strength & Conditioning (or related discipline) ü 3 UKSCA accreditation or equivalent ü 4 BASES Accreditation or ability to attain with 6-12 months ü Skills, Knowledge & Experience 5 Previous experience in the provision of physical performance support to elite environments (football desirable, not essential) ü 6 Passionate about working with young elite athletes and creating/managing programmes to facilitate their long-term physical, psychological and social development. ü 7 Experience of working with Coaches and other members of the MDT ü 8 Experience as a leader, and staff development ü 9 IT skills to include a high level of competence using Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills ü 10 Creative and engaging presentation skills. ü 11 Excellent overall level of numeracy and literacy. ü Attitude/Behaviours 12 A professional and committed attitude with strong organisational and administrative skills ü 13 A desire to seek solutions ü 14 A genuine team player ü 15 Empathy with young people and their challenges ü Personal Qualities 16 A dynamic and hardworking individual ü 17 Excellent communication skills ü 18 Proactive decision maker ü 19 Takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work ü 20 Demonstrates enthusiasm and is personally committed to achieving agreed objectives ü 21 Is receptive to feedback about own behaviour, strengths and areas for improvement ü 22 Displays a high level of confidentiality ü 23 Meticulous attention to detail ü 24 Flexibility and willingness to learn ü 26 Must hold a valid driving licence ü About The Club https://www.qpr.co.uk/more/policies