City Football Group Limited
1st Team Physical Performance Coach (MCWFC)

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Based in Manchester at the City Football Academy, this permanent full-time role supports the physical performance of Manchester City Women’s 1st Team through evidence-informed, pitch-based strength and conditioning support. You will help players prepare, perform, recover and progress across a demanding season and multiple competitions, working closely with coaches, players and the wider multidisciplinary team to create meaningful physical impact on and off the pitch.
Who We Are
Manchester City Women is a team driven by ambition, belief and a desire to keep pushing the game forward. Founded in 1988 and relaunched in 2014, we have grown into a consistent force in the women’s game, competing at the highest level in the UK and Europe. Progress, performance and pride sit at the heart of everything we do. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are building what comes next, the City way.
Within our Performance Services team, we create engaging performance environments that support players and teams to fulfil their potential. The Physical Performance team works collaboratively across coaching, medical and performance disciplines to help players develop the physical qualities, resilience and readiness needed to perform with high skill and intensity.
The Role
This role plays an important part in supporting 1st Team performance outcomes for Manchester City Women. You will plan, deliver and review evidence-informed physical development programmes that support individual player progression, group performance and the wider MCWFC Performance Services strategy.
Day to day, you will work across on-pitch and off-pitch strength and conditioning delivery, helping to design training practices and schedules that support agreed physical outputs and positional demands. You will contribute to physical profiling, monitoring systems, recovery and regeneration interventions, injury rehabilitation and return-to-performance support, using data and insight to inform clear, practical recommendations.
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Working as part of the Physical Performance team and wider multidisciplinary team, you will build effective relationships with players, coaches and performance staff. You will also support matchday preparation where required and contribute to projects, professional development and continuous improvement that help the department keep evolving.
What You’ll Bring
- A BSc and recognised postgraduate qualification in Sport Science, Strength and Conditioning, or a related area.
- UKSCA accreditation, or an equivalent professional accreditation, alongside a current first aid qualification.
- Experience working in an elite sporting environment and contributing effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Experience developing and delivering physical development programmes that support measurable performance outcomes.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with players, coaches and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Skilled in using performance-related data to inform practice, reflect on current approaches and adapt when needed.
Why Choose Us
Working at Manchester City Women means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.
As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.


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You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.
How to Apply
If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by 6 September 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.
We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.
Equal Opportunities
City Football Group is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability - physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We strive to provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact Hiring@cityfootball.com.
Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.
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