Women's Sport Scientist
Responsible for delivering performance monitoring, data analysis, and evidence-based support to the senior women’s rugby program. This role plays a vital part in optimizing training load, managing recovery, and supporting decision-making processes with objective insights. Operate within an interdisciplinary performance support team providing industry leading sport science services, bringing innovative ideas into our operations and programmes to enhance our ongoing practices, and improve performance.
Closing Date: 23 January 2026
Salary: £30,000.00
Location: WRU National Centre of Excellence, Hensol
Hours of work: 35 per week. Weeks will vary due to weekly game schedules. When in game schedule you will be required to work weekends.
Responsible to: Women’s National Physical Performance Lead
Contractual status: Permanent (subject to 6-month probationary period)
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A qualification at degree level (or equivalent) in sports science or related area specializing in the area of physical preparation of elite athletes
Demonstrate experience working within an elite sporting environment.
Demonstrate experience for the collection, analysis and reporting of sport science data in Power BI, Tableau or similar platforms.
Experience working with a female population is desirable.
Experience of working in rugby is desirable.
Excellent IT skills, specifically Microsoft package.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Familiarity with Catapult, Openfield & TeamBuildr sports data platforms is an advantage but not essential.
Ability to communicate and work through the medium of Welsh is desirable.
The Role
Key Responsibilities, Tasks and Activities
The collection, analysis and reporting of all sport science data for the Women’s National Team (GPS, RPE, wellness, HR, force profiling).
Develop a sport science framework that can provide consistency throughout the Women’s Performance and Pathway Programmes in alignment with WRU Physical Performance Department methodologies.
Ensure routine player monitoring processes are adhered to both in and out of camp, and lead on reporting of such information to inform decision-making regarding player management and prescription.
The post holder may on occasion be requested to assist with Sports Science services (inclusive of matches or training) for campaigns and programmes supported by the WRU. This request will be directed by the Women’s Physical Performance Lead.
Maintain an awareness of the latest sport science and technological developments to ensure up to date relevant best practice is embedded in our programme.
Collaborate closely with club practitioners to support a smooth player transition between environments. This will involve gathering and sharing of physical data prior to and following camp activity.
Day to day maintenance and use of Catapult GPS software and hardware.
Work collaboratively with the physical performance team in the creation of a high performance, elite sports environment.
Gather diagnostic information as required to support insight into player physical capacity for performance and/or rehabilitation prescription, utilising equipment such as Vald Performance ForceDecks.
Lead individual or small group strength and conditioning sessions where required as directed by the Women's Physical Performance Lead.
Carry out duties in support of the WRU Group Strategic Mission, Purpose and Values.
Key Relationships
WRU Women’s Head Coach
WRU Women’s Physical Performance Lead
WRU Men’s National Sports Scientist
WRU Women's Coaches, Team Manager & Medical Staff
WRU Physical Performance and Development Staff
WRU Performance Pathways Staff
Club Physical Performance Staff (External)
Other
Valid UK driving licence is required
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and reviewed regularly in line with regulated and policy requirements
An understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practices in employment and sport
Work in accordance with all group policies and procedures, including GDPR and sustainable development
An understanding of individual responsibility in complying with health and safety policies and arrangements
WRU Requirements
The WRU require that individuals are proficient in IT skills, specifically Microsoft packages. Excellent written and verbal communications are essential, along with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and a Valid UK Driver's License is desirable. This role is subject to a basic/enhanced DBS check.
The Perks
As a permanent member of the WRU Group, you will have access to our full range of employee benefits, including:
Salary Sacrifice Pension (5% employee contribution, matched by WRU)
Life assurance scheme
WRU Group Ticket Allocation (in line with ticketing policy)
Employee assistance programme
Team Tactics – hybrid working arrangements
Free stadium parking and gym
WRU Group store and tour discounts
WRU Group partnership offers
Eye Care Voucher Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Our Values
The WRU Group are committed to developing a culture whereby all employees are equally valued and respected. Our aims, together with our vision and mission, are underpinned by our core values and beliefs which embrace: Integrity, Excellence, Success, Courage, Family & Humour.
Inclusion At The WRU
The WRU Group are committed to building diverse, high-performing and engaged teams across Welsh Rugby. We are ambitious about providing a people first culture where everyone can belong, be heard and respected. We are happy to talk to you about our Crys I Bawb EDI Strategy (2024-2029) and you can also read more about our commitment in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
Diversity monitoring
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Gwyddonydd Chwaraeon Menywod
Yn gyfrifol am ddarparu monitro perfformiad, dadansoddi data, a chymorth ar sail tystiolaeth i raglen rygbi uwch y menywod. Mae'r rôl hon yn chwarae rôl hanfodol mewn optimeiddio llwyth hyfforddi, rheoli adfer, a chefnogi prosesau gwneud penderfyniadau gyda mewnwelediadau gwrthrychol. Gweithredu o fewn tîm cymorth perfformiad rhyngddisgyblaethol sy'n darparu gwasanaethau gwyddor chwaraeon sy'n arwain y diwydiant, gan ddod â syniadau arloesol i'n gweithrediadau a'n rhaglenni i wella ein harferion parhaus, a gwella perfformiad.
Dyddiad Cau: 3 Hydref 2025
Cyflog: £30,000.00
Lleoliad: Canolfan Ragoriaeth URC, Hensol
Oriau gwaith: 35 awr yr wythnos. Bydd y wythnosau'n amrywio yn dibynnu ar amserlen gêm wythnosol. Pan fyddwch yn y rhaglen gêm, bydd angen i chi weithio ar benwythnosau.
Ein horiau gwaith yn gyffredinol yw 9am – 5pm ond mae ein hagwedd at weithio hybrid - ‘Tactegau Tîm’ - yn golygu bod eich oriau a’ch presenoldeb yn y swyddfa yn hyblyg er mwyn cefnogi cydbwysedd cynaliadwy rhwng bywyd a gwaith.
Yn atebol i: Arweinydd Perfformiad Corfforol Cenedlaethol y Menywod
Statws cytundebol: Parhaol (yn amodol ar gyfnod prawf o 6 mis)
Y PERSON
Gwybodaeth, Sgiliau a Phrofiad
Cymhwyster lefel gradd (neu gyfwerth) mewn gwyddor chwaraeon neu faes perthnasol yn arbenigo ym maes paratoi corfforol athletwyr elît
Dangos profiad o weithio o fewn amgylchedd chwaraeon elît.
Dangos profiad o gasglu, dadansoddi ac adrodd am ddata gwyddor chwaraeon yn Power BI, Tableau, neu blatfformau tebyg.
Mae profiad o weithio gyda phoblogaeth fenywaidd yn ddymunol.
Mae profiad o weithio o fewn rygbi yn ddymunol.
Sgiliau TG rhagorol, yn enwedig pecyn Microsoft.
Sgiliau rhyngbersonol cadarn.
Mae sgiliau cyfathrebu ysgrifenedig a llafar rhagorol yn hanfodol.
Mae cynefindra â phlatfformau data chwaraeon Catapult, Openfield a TeamBuildr yn fantais ond nid yw'n hanfodol.
Mae'r gallu i gyfathrebu a gweithio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol.
Y RÔL
Cyfrifoldebau, Tasgau a Gweithgareddau Allweddol
Casglu, dadansoddi ac adrodd ar holl ddata gwyddor chwaraeon Tîm Cenedlaethol y Menywod (GPS, RPE, llesiant, AD, proffilio grym).
Datblygu fframwaith gwyddor chwaraeon sy'n gallu darparu cysondeb drwy gydol Rhaglenni Perfformiad a Llwybrau'r Menywod yn unol â methodolegau Adran Perfformiad Corfforol URC.
Sicrhau y glynir at brosesau monitro chwaraewyr yn rheolaidd i mewn a'r tu allan i'r gwersyll, ac arwain ar adrodd ar wybodaeth o'r fath i lywio penderfyniadau o ran rheoli a rhagnodi.
Mae'n bosib y bydd gofyn i ddeiliad y swydd gynorthwyo o bryd i'w gilydd gyda gwasanaethau Gwyddor Chwaraeon (gan gynnwys gemau a hyfforddiant) ar gyfer ymgyrchoedd a rhaglenni a gefnogir gan URC. Bydd y cais hwn dan gyfarwyddyd Arweinydd Perfformiad Corfforol y Menywod.
Cynnal ymwybyddiaeth o'r wyddor chwaraeon a'r datblygiadau technolegol diweddaraf i sicrhau bod arfer gorau cyfredol, perthnasol wedi'i ymgorffori yn ein rhaglen.
Cydweithio'n agos ag ymarferwyr clybiau i gefnogi pontio rhwydd i chwaraewyr rhwng amgylcheddau. Bydd hyn yn cynnwys casglu a rhannu data corfforol cyn ac ar ôl gweithgarwch gwersyll.
Cynnal a defnyddio meddalwedd a chaledwedd Catapult GPS o ddydd i ddydd.
Cydweithio â'r tîm perfformiad corfforol i greu amgylchedd chwaraeon perfformiad uchel, elît.
Casglu gwybodaeth ddiagnostig yn ôl yr angen i gefnogi mewnwelediad i gapasiti corfforol chwaraewyr ar gyfer perfformio a/neu ragnodi adferiad, gan ddefnyddio offer megis Vald Performance ForceDecks.
Arwain sesiynau cryfder a chyflyru unigol neu mewn grwpiau bach lle bo angen dan gyfarwyddyd Arweinydd Perfformiad Corfforol y Menywod.
Cyflawni dyletswyddau i gefnogi Cenhadaeth, Diben a Gwerthoedd Strategol Grŵp URC
Perthnasau Allweddol
Prif Hyfforddwr Menywod URC
Arweinydd Perfformiad Corfforol Menywod URC
Gwyddonydd Chwaraeon Dynion Cenedlaethol URC
Hyfforddwyr, Rheolwr Tîm a Staff Meddygol Menywod URC
Staff Perfformiad Corfforol a Datblygu URC
Staff Llwybrau Perfformiad URC
Staff Perfformiad Corfforol Clybiau (Allanol)
Arall
Mae angen trwydded yrru ddilys y DU
Mae'r rôl hon yn destun datgeliad DBS manylach ac yn cael ei hadolygu'n rheolaidd yn unol â gofynion rheoleiddiedig a pholisi
Dealltwriaeth ac ymrwymiad i gydraddoldeb, amrywiaeth ac arferion gwrthwahaniaethol mewn cyflogaeth a chwaraeon
Gweithio yn unol â holl bolisïau a gweithdrefnau'r grŵp, gan gynnwys GDPR a datblygu cynaliadwy
Dealltwriaeth o gyfrifoldeb unigol wrth gydymffurfio â pholisïau a threfniadau iechyd a diogelwch
GOFYNION URC
Mae URC yn mynnu bod gan unigolion sgiliau TG, yn benodol pecynnau Microsoft. Mae sgiliau cyfathrebu ysgrifenedig a llafar rhagorol yn hanfodol, ynghyd â'r gallu i feithrin perthnasoedd cryf gyda rhanddeiliaid mewnol ac allanol.
Mae'r gallu i gyfathrebu trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg a Thrwydded Yrru Ddilys y DU yn ddymunol. Mae'r rôl hon yn amodol ar wiriad DBS sylfaenol/manwl.
Y MANTEISION
Fel aelod parhaol o Grŵp URC, bydd gennych fynediad at ein hystod lawn o fuddion cyflogeion, gan gynnwys:
Pensiwn Aberth Cyflog (cyfraniad cyflogai o 5%,cyfraniad cyfatebol gan URC)
Cynllun yswiriant bywyd
Dyraniad Tocyn Grŵp URC (yn unol â Pholisi Tocynnau)
Rhaglen cymorth i weithwyr
Tactegau Tîm – trefniadau gweithio hybrid
Parcio stadiwm a champfa am
Gostyngiadau siop a theithiau Grŵp URC
Cynigion partneriaeth Grŵp URC
Cynllun Talebau Gofal Llygaid
Cynllun Beicio i'r Gwaith
Gostyngiadau Gwestai'r Celtic Collection
Ein Gwerthoedd
Mae Grŵp URC wedi ymrwymo i ddatblygu diwylliant lle mae pob gweithiwr yn cael ei werthfawrogi a'i barchu'n gyfartal. Mae ein nodau, ynghyd â’n gweledigaeth a’n cenhadaeth, wedi’u tanategu gan ein gwerthoedd a’n credoau craidd sy’n croesawu: Uniondeb, Rhagoriaeth, Llwyddiant, Dewrder, Teulu a Hiwmor.
Cynhwysiant yn URC
Mae Grŵp URC wedi ymrwymo i ddarparu Jyrsi i Bawb. Mae hyn yn cynnwys y bobl sy'n gweithio i ni a gyda ni. Rydym yn uchelgeisiol ynglŷn â darparu diwylliant sy'n rhoi pobl yn gyntaf, lle gall pawb fod yn perthyn a chael eu clywed a’u parchu. Rydym yn hapus i siarad â chi am ein Cynllun Cydraddoldeb, Amrywiaeth a Chynhwysiant (2023-2028) a gallwch hefyd ddarllen rhagor am ein hymrwymiad yn ein Polisi Cydraddoldeb, Amrywiaeth a Chynhwysiant.
Monitro amrywiaeth
Gwyddom ein bod yn darparu gwasanaethau gwell pan fo ein gweithlu’n adlewyrchu’r ystod lawn o gefndiroedd a phrofiadau yn y gymdeithas a wasanaethwn. Er mwyn parhau i wneud hyn mae angen eich help arnom i lenwi ffurflen fonitro fer. Ni fydd unrhyw wybodaeth y byddwch yn ei rhannu yn weladwy fel rhan o'ch cais. Dim ond i fonitro cynwysoldeb ein prosesau dethol yn ddienw y caiff ei defnyddio. Gallwch ddewis ‘gwell gennyf beidio â dweud’ os byddai’n well gennych beidio ag ateb unrhyw gwestiwn.
- Department
- Performance
- Locations
- National Centre of Excellence
- Yearly salary
- £30,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
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