Head of Sports Performance Analyst

Summary:

Head of Sports Performance Analyst sought to lead data-driven athlete development at a school.

About the School:

A school committed to innovation and excellence, with a strong focus on technology, student wellbeing, and inclusive education. It offers a dynamic environment for educators to grow and contribute to a forward-thinking learning community.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Sports Performance Analyst, you will lead the collection, interpretation, and presentation of data to support evidence-based decision-making across the Mustang High Performance Team. This role is pivotal in driving athlete development, wellbeing, and performance through advanced analytics, technology, and AI integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the collection and interpretation of biometric, physiological, and performance data across all high performance athletes.
• Manage the delivery and analysis of video footage from fixtures, training, and performance testing to support individual and team development.
• Create and maintain custom dashboards (e.g., Power BI, TeamBuildr, VALD) to track trends and inform coaching decisions.
• Collaborate with coaches to build performance profiles and deliver tailored feedback to athletes and parents.
• Produce monthly reports analysing wellbeing, load, attendance, behaviour, and performance data to identify trends and areas for intervention.
• Work closely with the High Performance Coordinator to support IAP reviews with comprehensive performance summaries.
• Create visual and video-based coaching content to support technical and tactical development.
• Explore and implement emerging technologies and AI tools to enhance performance tracking and player analysis.
• Support the development of digital portfolios for athletes seeking scholarships or external performance opportunities.
• Ensure all data systems comply with school data protection and safeguarding policies.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, Data Science, or a related field (Postgraduate qualification desirable).
• Experience working in a school, academy, or professional sport setting in a performance analysis or data role.
• Proficiency in performance software (e.g., HUDL and VALD) and data visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI).
• Strong understanding of athlete monitoring systems, video tagging, and load management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information clearly to coaches, athletes, and parents.
• Passion for using data and technology to improve athlete development, wellbeing, and outcomes.

Preferred

• Experience in leading or managing a performance analysis team.
• Familiarity with AI and emerging technologies in sports analytics.
• Background in curriculum development or teacher training within a school setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully furnished individual accommodation and free schooling for dependents.
• Private medical insurance and annual flights to the country of residence.
• End-of-service gratuity and access to exclusive discounts through the GEMS Rewards loyalty programme.