Job Title: Performance Lead – Women's Football
Reports to: Associate Sporting Director – Women's Football
Location: Vantage / Jersey Road / Various
Department: Fan & Community
Sub-department: Women’s football
Salary: Competitive
The Club
Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.
Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.
We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.
We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.
Job Overview
Brentford FC has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative and progressive Physical Performance practitioner and leader. They will join our expanding women’s football department part-time, on a fixed term contract (approximately 16 hours per week). The Women's Performance Lead will drive the development and delivery of an integrated, player-centred performance programme that supports Brentford FC Women's First Team's ambitions on and off the pitch. Working collaboratively across football, medical, performance and operational functions, the role will ensure that all performance practices are aligned with the Head Coach's vision, maximise the time available with players, and create a high-performance environment that enables individuals and the team to thrive.
Brentford FC Women operates within an ambitious and evolving part-time performance programme, competing in Tier 5 during the 2026/27 season.
Players typically engage across three weekly contact points, with training delivered on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday evenings and fixtures predominantly played on Sunday afternoons.
Tuesday and Wednesday serve as the primary development days, combining gym-based and on-pitch activity, with clear physical, technical and tactical outcomes expected. As such, the Women's Performance Lead will play a key role in shaping, planning and integrating performance provision across these sessions to maximise player development and team performance.
The role offers flexibility in how working hours are structured, with an emphasis on using time effectively throughout the week to support planning, review, communication and delivery. Additional performance and support staff are available to assist at training sessions and on matchdays, allowing the Women's Performance Lead to focus on leadership, coordination and strategic impact, whilst remaining hands-on where appropriate.
This is a role designed to balance performance leadership with flexibility. While the Women's Performance Lead will be expected to guide and influence matchday and training delivery, attendance at every session and fixture is not required. Instead, success will be driven by creating a connected, sustainable and high-performing system that empowers staff, supports players and delivers meaningful performance outcomes across the programme.
Being progressive, humble and respectful is important. We are looking for an individual that can come on a journey with us. We have plans to grow and evolve our women’s programme through thoughtful leadership and innovation; identifying where we can do things differently whilst also establishing Brentford FC Women into the fabric of English domestic women’s football.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, organisation and delivery of the Women's Performance Programme, ensuring alignment with the Head Coach's playing model, training methodology and ways of working.
Design and deliver a structured, measurable and impactful physical performance strategy across all phases of the season, including off-season, pre-season and in-season periods.
Create an integrated performance framework that connects physical performance, sports science and medical provision.
Review and optimise physical performance practices to maximise player development, availability and performance outcomes.
Lead the integration of training load management, wellness monitoring, injury surveillance, rehabilitation and return-to-play processes.
Work collaboratively with technical staff to ensure physical objectives are translated into meaningful on-pitch outcomes.
Oversee the effective use of performance systems including Kitman Labs, TeamBuildr and Sports Session Planner.
Lead GPS management and physical performance monitoring processes, ensuring high standards of data collection and analysis.
Collaborate with performance analysis staff to provide meaningful performance insights that support coaching and player development.
Develop evidence-informed approaches to matchday preparation, recovery strategies, player minute management and non-starting player programmes.
Design and implement player education initiatives relating to performance, nutrition and high-performance behaviours.
Support the first phase of the Brentford FC Girls Academy through appropriate performance planning and oversight.
Lead and develop performance staff, providing mentoring, guidance and continuous professional development opportunities.
Ensure all performance operations, equipment and resources are maintained and managed effectively.
Continuously review systems, processes and workflows to improve efficiency, communication and service delivery
Knowledge
UKSCA Accredited Physical Performance Practitioner.
Degree in Sport Science, Strength and Conditioning, Physical Performance or a related discipline.
Substantial experience leading physical performance programmes within elite sporting environments.
Deep understanding of physical preparation, sports science and athlete monitoring principles.
Strong knowledge of female athlete development and the specific demands of women's football.
Comprehensive understanding of injury prevention, rehabilitation support and return-to-play processes.
Understanding of football coaching principles and how physical performance integrates within a football programme.
Knowledge of season planning, periodisation and performance management within a team sport environment.
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in a related discipline.
Up-to-date knowledge of current research and innovation within women's football and high-performance sport.
Understanding of talent identification principles and player development pathways.
Specialist Skills
Ability to design, implement and evaluate physical performance strategies and programmes.
Expertise in physical testing, monitoring, training load management and athlete profiling.
Competence in the use of performance technologies, GPS systems and athlete management platforms.
Ability to transform performance data into practical recommendations and actionable insights.
Experience developing integrated performance systems that connect football, medical and physical performance functions.
Strong planning, organisation and project management skills.
Experience creating and delivering practitioner CPD programmes.
Ability to establish clear operational processes and standards that enhance performance service delivery.
Proficiency in producing meaningful reports, performance reviews and monitoring dashboards.
People Skills
Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary performance staff.
Strong relationship-building skills with coaches, medical practitioners, players and operational stakeholders.
Collaborative leadership style that promotes shared accountability and cross-functional working.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt messages to a variety of audiences.
Ability to influence decision-making through credible expertise and evidence-based recommendations.
Strong interpersonal skills that foster trust, professionalism and positive working relationships.
Commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive and player-centred environment.
Ability to embody and promote the Club's values of being progressive, humble and respectful.
External Impact
Represent Brentford FC Women professionally when engaging with external practitioners, suppliers, governing bodies and performance partners.
Maintain awareness of current developments, best practice and innovation within elite football and sports performance.
Contribute positively to the reputation and continued development of Brentford FC Women's performance programme.
Build productive relationships with external service providers and industry specialists where required.
Decision Making
Determine appropriate physical performance interventions based on athlete needs, performance objectives and available resources.
Make recommendations that influence player management, readiness, recovery and development decisions.
Prioritise performance activities and resource allocation to maximise impact across the programme.
Use performance data, medical information and practitioner expertise to support evidence-based decision making.
Identify performance risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
Exercise professional judgement when balancing short-term performance goals with long-term player development and welfare considerations.
Innovation
Continuously challenge existing practices to improve performance provision and player outcomes.
Identify opportunities to introduce innovative approaches, technologies and systems that enhance programme effectiveness.
Use research, data and emerging industry trends to inform service development.
Encourage a culture of curiosity, learning and continuous improvement across the performance team.
Develop scalable performance systems capable of supporting the future growth of Brentford FC Women's football.
Promote innovative thinking while ensuring practical application within a part-time performance environment.
General Club Accountabilities
To comply with all Club policies, including health and safety, data regulations and other legal, ethical and social requirements
To build and maintain good working relationships while maintaining a professional image
To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
To always maintain a flexible approach to work
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is proud to be an organisation that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a culture that celebrates difference and ensures fairness, safety, representation, and belonging.
We recognise that some groups remain underrepresented in our workforce and are actively working to change this. As part of that commitment, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds — particularly those from ethnically diverse communities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people.
We’re committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process, with all decisions made based on merit and suitability — regardless of background or protected characteristic. Should you be selected for interview, we welcome the opportunity to discuss any specific arrangements, accommodations or reasonable adjustments you may require to be made.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FC is fully committed to promoting equality, and to safeguarding the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and is a core part of the Club’s culture. All staff and volunteers share a collective duty to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment, both on and off the field.
To ensure this, all staff are required to complete regular safeguarding training appropriate to their role. This training supports a proactive and informed approach to safeguarding practice.
The successful candidate will be expected to understand, adhere to, and actively uphold all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures. This includes recognising signs of abuse or harm, responding appropriately, and reporting any concerns in a timely manner to the Club’s Safeguarding Team.
Brentford FC operates safer recruitment practices. We remind individuals that it is a criminal offence for a person barred from engaging in regulated activity to apply for a role that involves such activity.