Job Description

Job Title: ETC Strength and Conditioning Coach

Department: Football Development

Location: Various locations across Burnley and Pendle

Salary: £13.50 per hour

Contract Type: Casual/Zero Hour

Working Pattern: 3 hours per week (Thurs, 5 PM – 9 PM)

Closing Date: Friday, 9th October 2026

About Us:

Burnley FC in the Community (BFCitC) is the award-winning official charity of Burnley Football Club. Driven by our mission to empower, connect and inspire people to thrive, we deliver life-changing programmes and services that make a lasting difference across Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Ribble Valley and West Yorkshire.

Through the power of football and the strength of our communities, we support thousands of people of all ages each year to improve their health, wellbeing, education and life opportunities. Our passionate and dedicated team works across a wide range of projects, creating positive change where it is needed most.

We believe Burnley and the surrounding areas are home to exceptional people and vibrant communities. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact while working for an ambitious, values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of something bigger.

Why Join Us?

At Burnley FC in the Community, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. You'll join a supportive and ambitious team that is passionate about creating positive change, while benefiting from opportunities for professional development.

About the Role:

The ETC Strength and Conditioning Coach will support the Female Football Development Manager and Senior Female Football Development Coach in the delivery of the Emerging Talent Centre (ETC) programme, ensuring players are physically prepared to train, compete, and develop safely and effectively. The post holder will design and deliver age-appropriate strength and conditioning sessions, supporting the physical development, performance, and wellbeing of players in line with ETC standards and best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme Planning & Delivery

• Design, plan, and deliver an engaging physical performance programme aligned with the Emerging Talent Centre's physical development framework.
• Plan and deliver sessions in line with the framework and objectives set by the Female Football Development Manager and Centre Management Team.
• Deliver high-quality sessions to individuals and small groups, adapting content to meet the needs of different ages, abilities, and stages of physical maturation. All need to be pitch based!

Athletic Development & Conditioning

• Implement age-appropriate on-pitch conditioning sessions that develop key athletic qualities, including speed, power, agility, coordination, and movement efficiency with a footballing focus.
• Deliver strength and conditioning sessions, alongside formal monitoring, testing, and evaluation processes to track player development and performance.
• Develop and deliver female-specific athletic development programmes for players aged 8-16, with a focus on movement competency, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development.
• Provide players with tailored, age-appropriate home training programmes to encourage independent learning and continued physical development outside of ETC sessions.

Player Development & Performance Collaboration

• Build strong working relationships with the Female Football Development Manager, coaching staff, and physiotherapy team to maximise player performance, wellbeing, and development.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to ensure training loads, work-to-rest ratios, and session intensities are aligned with player development objectives and best practice.
• Identify individual strengths and areas for improvement, providing feedback and development strategies to support player progression.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive, challenging, and player-centered environment that supports the holistic development of every player.

Monitoring & Administration

• Maintain accurate records of player monitoring, assessment outcomes, and physical development progress.
• Work towards agreed objectives and key performance indicators, contributing to the ongoing success and growth of the Emerging Talent Centre.

Professional Standards & Compliance

• Demonstrate flexibility in working hours to support training programmes, fixtures, events, and other ETC activities as required.
• Uphold and adhere to all Burnley FC in the Community and Charity policies, procedures, safeguarding standards, and codes of conduct.

General

• To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.
• To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires. You may be required to work the occasional match day which may fall on a weekend or evening.
• To work towards agreed objectives.
• Comply with all Charity policies.
• Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.
• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.
• Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.
• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.
• Always demonstrate the Charity’s values which are: Resilient, Inclusive, Integrity and Passion.

About You:

To be successful within this role, you will have:

• BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science (or equivalent), with a sound knowledge of physical performance, athletic development, and strength and conditioning principles.
• Current FA Safeguarding Children qualification, demonstrating a commitment to promoting player welfare and safeguarding best practice.
• FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football, FA Emergency First Aid, or equivalent first aid qualification.
• Experience of planning and delivering strength and conditioning or physical development sessions within a football environment.
• Experience of supporting the development of young athletes, applying growth and maturation principles to meet individual needs.
• Experience of working within female football, supporting players' physical development and performance.

What We Are Looking For:

We're looking for a proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive difference within our communities. You will bring a positive, can-do attitude, a strong sense of personal responsibility, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will be reliable, organised, and conscientious, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will demonstrate resilience when facing challenges, take initiative to solve problems, and remain focused on achieving objectives and meeting performance targets.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is committed, supportive, and driven by a genuine desire to help others, embodying the values and ambitions of Burnley FC in the Community.

Please email HR@burnleyfc.com to request a copy of the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Safeguarding Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold our safeguarding responsibilities.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be met by the Charity.

In line with statutory safeguarding guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search may be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, appropriate safeguarding checks, and an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation background.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates who require support at any stage of the recruitment process.

Armed Forces Covenant Statement

Burnley FC in the Community proudly supports veterans, reservists, service leavers, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.

We recognise the valuable skills, experiences, and qualities that military personnel bring to the workplace and are committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community as part of our ongoing support of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Mental Health Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across the organisation.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees feel able to seek support, discuss wellbeing openly, and access appropriate resources when needed. We recognise the importance of both physical and mental health and are dedicated to helping our people thrive both personally and professionally.