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Edinburgh Rugby Senior Athletic Performance Coach


Job Location:

Edinburgh - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 40001 - 50000
Posted: 27 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Fixed term contract: 2 years

Edinburgh Rugby are looking for an exceptional Athletic Performance Coach to take a senior operational role at the heart of our player development programme. This position will leadreturn-to-play coordination for injured players while designing and delivering high-quality position-specific physical programmes. You will drive evidence-informed solutions that keep our players performing at their best.

What you will be doing:

  • Lead criteria-based RTP progressions across strength speed contact and skill while managing each injured players weekly schedule in close partnership with colleagues

  • Lead pre-season and in-season player profiling programmes translating findings into targeted individual and group interventions

  • Physical programming for an assigned positional groupintegrating strength speed conditioning and recovery within the demands of the rugby calendar and each players individual development pathway

  • Collaboratingacross Athletic Performance Medical Coaching and Nutrition contributing to a culture built on accountability collaboration and continual improvement

What were looking for:

  • A degree in Sport Science Strength & Conditioning Human Performance or a related field is essential
  • Experience in professional rugby athletic performancewith a thorough understanding of the physical technical tactical and psychological demands of the elite game
  • Expertise in player monitoring and data-driven practiceand the ability to translate data into meaningful individualised interventions
  • Anatural collaborator who can build trust with coaches medics nutritionists and players operating with confidence and clarity in a multi-layered high-performance environment

To view the full role profile and get some more information about the role see the document available at the bottom of this page

Ready to make the next step in your career

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role complete the application form. Included in this wed like you to share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and why youd love to work at Scottish Rugby.

Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

The Company

At Scottish Rugby we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Just listen to our voices fill a stadium as we sing the national anthem at an international!

We live and breathe rugby and our passion shines through everything we do. We are exceptionally proud of our work and the people we do it for. Our goal is to create unforgettable moments on and off the pitch - through inspirational winning teams thriving rugby communities passionate fans and a vibrant national stadium.

We foster a culture where everyone feels valued and included and we encourage bold ideas and fearless innovation. With curiosity enthusiasm and a deep sense of purpose we bring our best to work every day.

From grassroots to the international stage together we drive positive change and leave a lasting impact on the games future.

Find out more about joining the team and playing your part in inspiring Scotland through rugby.

The Benefits

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The Values

  • Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

  • Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

  • Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

Enhanced pension scheme

Hybrid working

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Access to Tickets - rugby and concerts

Employee discounts

Wellbeing

Placeholder Title

  • Alex Williamson
  • CEO

Every player that represents Scottish Rugby from our grassroots game through the pathways to our professional age grade and national teams is not only a manifestation of their own talent commitment and purpose but also that of every single member of the team working AS ONE. On and off the pitch our people are driven by values that support a sense of belonging to something to be proud of. Scottish Rugby is a great place to work.

  • Sione Tuipulotu
  • Glasgow Warriors and Scotland Player

I am incredibly proud to be part of the Scottish Rugby family. We put in the hard work both on and off the pitch fuelled by our deep national passion. At the heart of everything we do are our family and friends and we make it a priority to recognise appreciate and celebrate every success along the way. Together we are united and striving for greatness with every step.

  • Catriona Fett
  • People Business Partner

Rugby is a game for everyone on and off the pitch. We take great pride in being somewhere that everyone feels they belong. We have a supportive culture that encourages people to be their best selves. I feel so proud to be part of the team at Scottish Rugby.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC