Job Title:  Lead Performance Nutritionist (First Team)

Department:  Sports Science

Reporting:  Head of Sports Science

Location: Training Ground – Jersey Road

Salary:  Competitive

Brentford FC is a bit different to 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 play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments’), you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this athttps://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The Role of Lead Performance Nutritionist (First Team)

The Lead Performance Nutritionist will be responsible for delivering and embedding a world-leading nutrition strategy for Brentford’s First Team. This role will design and implement individualised player nutrition programmes, oversee supplementation, and drive the highest possible standards of fuelling, hydration, and recovery across all environments.

As both a strategist and practitioner, the postholder will set the direction for First Team nutrition, line-manage an additional First Team Nutritionist, and provide leadership across the Club’s wider nutrition philosophy. The role requires energy, strong player-facing ability, and the capacity to up-manage and influence coaches, performance, and medical staff, while also managing relationships with external stakeholders connected to the players.

Main Accountabilities

• Provide the overall First Team nutrition strategy, establishing Brentford as world-leading in nutrition provision.
• Design and deliver individualised nutrition programmes for all First Team players.
• Lead on fuelling, hydration, recovery, and supplementation strategies, ensuring alignment with training and competition demands.
• Champion and embed a “food first” approach across the First Team.
• Line-manage the First Team Nutritionist, ensuring alignment, development and delivery of high standards.
• Collaborate with chefs and catering staff to ensure menus are high quality, periodised, and tailored to individual and squad needs.
• Monitor and report on player nutrition and performance impact (body composition, hydration, anti-doping awareness, nutritional knowledge).
• Provide clear, data-driven feedback to coaches and staff on player status and progress.
• Deliver hands-on provision where required (supplements, matchday fuelling and recovery, rehab support).
• Support international players in maintaining nutrition programmes and club supplementation while away.
• Liaise with players’ external stakeholders (personal chefs, private nutritionists, trainers, psychologists, families, etc.), ensuring alignment with Club standards.
• Influence and up-manage senior staff, ensuring nutrition is integrated within coaching, medical, and performance planning.
• Contribute actively to Research & Development projects, CPD, and continuous improvement in performance nutrition.
• To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct
• To actively embed equity, diversity and inclusion into the operations and strategy of your team, in line with our EDI strategy
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

• BSc in Sports Nutrition or related discipline
• SENr registration (or eligible)
• Significant applied experience providing nutrition support at elite/professional level
• Proven ability to design and deliver individualised nutrition programmes
• Line management or supervisory experience
• Excellent player-facing skills: energetic, engaging, and trusted by athletes
• Ability to up-manage and influence senior staff in multidisciplinary environments
• Strong knowledge of performance nutrition, supplementation, hydration, and recovery
• Proven ability to interpret and apply data (DXA, body composition monitoring, nutritional analysis)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, including with external stakeholders
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Person Specification - Desirable Characteristics

• MSc or higher degree in Sports Nutrition or related field
• Experience in professional football
• Experience supporting international athletes
• Experience overseeing catering provision in a performance setting
• Record of applied research or published work in sports nutrition

Closing date for applications: Friday 26 September 2025