Women's Pathway Nutritionist

About the Role

Join Scottish Rugby to influence the future of women's rugby performance by providing expert nutritional guidance. As the Women’s Pathway Nutritionist, you will play an essential role in supporting athletes and stakeholders within the Women’s Performance Pathway, delivering science-based, athlete-centered nutrition services aimed at enhancing player development and performance while fostering lifelong positive nutrition habits.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer tailored nutrition assistance to athletes engaged in the Women’s Performance Pathway.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Nutrition to maintain a unified, evidence-based service.
• Encourage players to nurture sustainable and effective nutrition routines.
• Conduct educational workshops, prepare resources, and provide personalized nutrition coaching.
• Work synergistically with coaches, medical personnel, physical trainers, and other multidisciplinary staff.
• Create an environment conducive to athlete growth, wellbeing, and peak performance.
• Interpret nutrition research to formulate accessible and practical advice.

Candidate Profile

• Strong enthusiasm for athlete development with a dedication to advancing women and girls in competitive sports.
• Deep understanding of sports nutrition principles and their practical implementation in performance contexts.
• An evidence-based, athlete-focused approach to nutrition counseling.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage and educate players and colleagues.
• Ability to foster positive collaborations within multidisciplinary teams.
• A practical, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong commitment to supporting the health, development, and performance of female athletes.

About Scottish Rugby

Scottish Rugby is driven by the passion for rugby and the power of teamwork—uniting communities and inspiring unforgettable moments on and off the pitch. We promote an inclusive culture that nurtures innovation, accountability, and collaboration. Our organization operates from grassroots to international levels, working collectively to shape a positive future for rugby in Scotland.

Benefits and Values

• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Electric car salary sacrifice program.
• Access to tickets for rugby matches and concerts.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives.

• Innovation: We embrace creativity and bold ideas.
• Accountability: We own our responsibilities and lead proactively.
• Teamwork: We build collaborative and supportive environments.

Additional Information

Scottish Rugby is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Prospective candidates are invited to share their relevant skills, experience, and motivation for joining the Scottish Rugby team as part of their application.