Physical Performance Coach

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 27 January 2026

Reference: 0004-26

Proposed Interview Date:
Thursday, 12th February

Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.

The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates.

In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas
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As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

Sunderland College currently has successful Sports Academies in Basketball, Football, Netball and Rugby, and TASS athletes across several individual and team sports. We have a track record of regional and national success with some of our student athletes gaining international honours. You will work closely with our key partners, leading on physical performance support to student-athletes and working collaboratively with coaches and key staff to provide an outstanding student athlete experience.

You will fulfil a range of duties, including delivering screening tests, educating student athletes on physical performance and providing both individual, small group and team programmes to the highest of standards. The successful candidate will be passionate and driven about making a positive difference to our Sports Academies and be an integral part of our team ambitions.

The role is based at our Bede Campus, home to exceptional, industry-standard performance facilities. You’ll have access to a fully equipped sports science lab, dedicated athletic performance gym, high-quality 3G and grass pitches and a versatile sports hall, providing the perfect environment for delivering high quality athlete development.

Applicants for this post should have appropriate qualifications and experience. Within the application, practical examples of how you fulfil the person specification and examples of your performance coaching practice should be included.

• Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification or equivalent
• UKCSA (or working towards)
• Track record of designing and delivering excellent physical performance programmes
• Minimum of 2 years experience of working with young people and elite athletes

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%)
• Access to my Lifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Please contact Michele Di Mascio (michele.dima) should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.

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