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Crewe Alexandra Football Club
Job Description
Job title: Player Care Co-ordinator
Department: Crewe Alexandra FC Academy
Hours: Part-Time (16 hours per week)
Salary: Competitive. Discussed at interview stage
Location: Alexandra Park Training Ground, Wettenhall Road, Reaseheath, Nantwich, CW5 6DF
Main Contacts: Designated Safeguarding Officer (Academy)
Overview
The Player Care Co-ordinator will be an integral part of our Academy structure, working closely with the Academy Welfare Officer. You will be responsible for the planning and delivery of a bespoke life-skills and mental health and wellbeing programme for all academy players. This role will focus on promoting and developing best practice around all areas of player welfare.
Role responsibilities
- To develop and maintain the Academy’s provision for the mental health and wellbeing for all Academy players.
- To work closely with the Academy Safeguarding Officer, highlighting any potential issues regarding the wellbeing of Academy players in line with club policies.
- To coordinate and lead the operational delivery of the mental health strategy including action plans.
- To establish a highly informative life skills programme that is delivered to Academy Staff, Players and Parents through regular workshops and presentations.
- To develop links with external partners to help improve support for our Academy players in relation to mental health and wellbeing.
- Support the Academy Manager with required documentation to support any Audit processes.
- Regular attendance in to the Academy, visible to players and parents in the role of 'Player Care'.
- Offer support to any players new to the Academy to ensure a smooth transition into the Academy.
- Offer after care support to any players who are released from the Academy.
- To ensure players and parents have a voice on the Academy
Person Specification
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Inter-personal skills, inspiring trust and confidence
- Time management
- Good communicator and organisational skills
- Ability to show empathy towards players, parents and staff
Qualifications
- Full valid driving licence
Desirable
- Experience in working with elite young athletes
- Degree in relevant subject that would compliment the role (eg Psychology)
- Mental Health First Aid
- Experience of working with sensitive and confidential information
General Information
Crewe Alexandra Football Club are committed to our Safeguarding and Welfare policies, therefore the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) check and are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975. The successful applicant will also be required to complete the FA Safeguarding Children Modules.
Crewe Alexandra Football Club promotes equal opportunities in employment we positively welcome
applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience appear to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Deadline for applications is Sunday 7th November 2021. Applicants must complete the attached Application form and return to Aidan Callan, Academy Manager via email – acallan@crewealex.net
Job Description
Job title: Lead Academy Physiotherapist
Salary: £26,500
Department: Academy Sports Science & Medicine Department, Alexandra Park Training Ground, Reasheath
Main Contacts: Head of Academy Sports Science & Medicine, Lead Academy Sports Scientist and Academy Manager
Position Overview
A full-time position that aims to:
- Co-ordinate and lead the physiotherapy service within the academy structure (U9-U23)
- Assist the Academy Sports Science & Medicine Department making sure the department meets all EPPP requirements as outlined in the EPPP Sports Science and Medicine Strategy.
- Implement the Academy Medicine provision that focuses on the rehabilitation and the injury prevention of all professional development players with a focus towards u23’s squad, including rehabilitation plans
- Work with the club Physiotherapy department to perform testing for all professional development
- Liaison with players and coaching staff with regards to injury progress and return to play times.
- Arrangement of relevant consultations where necessary
Working Hours
- Following the professional development phase (U23) weekly format
- Assist with twice weekly evening injury clinics for youth development phase (u13-u16) and weekend fixtures
Essential Requirements
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Full member of the CSP
- Valid FA ATMMiF/AREA Qualification
- Experience of working within a professional football environment
- Display excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organisation skills and the ability to accurately manage data
- Able to be flexible with their working week to cope with the demands of the role
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience of EPPP and PMA data input
- Evidence of working with youth elite athletic development
Job Responsibilities
- Report daily to the Head Physiotherapist and contribute to the formal monthly departmental meetings and informal weekly meetings.
- Lead the planning and implementation of the injury prevention for all u23 players and academy
- Planning, leading and delegating the implementation of rehabilitation for all u23 players and academy
- Planning the implementation of individual group testing/ screening sessions for all u23 players and academy
- Work with u23 head coach with regards to training load planning
- Work in collaboration with the Head Sports Science and Medicine and other club Sport Science staff to provide specific physical development training sessions for u23 players
- Liaise with the club Nutritionist to aid planning and implementation of academy nutritional strategy for all u23 players
- Liaise with the club Psychologist to aid planning and implementation of academy psychology strategy for all u23 players
- Contribute to monthly CPD within the Academy Sports Science & Medicine department
- Lead the match-day Physiotherapy provision for the u23’s squad and assisting with academy players
- Record all data and online medical notes onto the PMA system in line with the EPPP requirements
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) check and are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975.
Crewe Alexandra Football Club promotes equal opportunities in employment we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience appear to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Deadline for applications is Sunday 3rd October, 2021 at 11:59pm. Due to expected high volume of applicants, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful if you have not has any contact from the club 1 weeks post-application deadline. Unfortunately we are unable to accept applications from Sports Therapists or Sports Rehabilitators.
Cover letter and CV to be emailed to Academy Manager Aidan Callan acallan@crewealex.net
Job Description
Job title: Full-Time Head of Academy Sport Science and Medicine
Department: Crewe Alexandra FC Academy
Location: Alexandra Park Training Ground, Wettenhall Road, Reaseheath, Nantwich, CW5 6DF
Main Contacts: Academy Manager
Essential requirements
- Master’s degree in sport & exercise science (or related discipline)
- Hold or be working towards British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES) accreditation
- Hold a current EFAiF first aid qualification
- Hold or be working towards UKSCA/NSCA/ASCA accreditation
- Knowledge of the EPPP system
- Knowledge and experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to interpret and apply scientific knowledge to practice
- Relevant experience in a sports performance environment
- Experience of utilising relevant data (objective and subjective) to assess, plan and influence training processes
- Excellent IT skills
Role responsibilities
- Report daily to the Academy Manager and Academy Management team
- Assume responsibility for the planning, development, and delivery of the academy physical development program and pathway (U9 to U23)
- Work closely with the Academy Management team to integrate physical development within the holistic development program
- Planning and implementation of sport science processes (e.g. testing, screening, profiling and monitoring)
- Planning and implementation of group/individual strength & conditioning sessions
- Planning and implementation of group/individual injury risk reduction strategies and interventions
- Providing the Academy Manager and Academy Management team physical profiles for all academy players (U9 to U23), relative to age, growth and maturation
- Manage and lead the sport science and medicine team, including staff across sport science, strength & conditioning, physiotherapy, performance analysis, nutrition and psychology, as well developing an internship program
- Maintain and create links with industry-relevant partners and companies
- Oversee the return to play process for rehabilitating players alongside the Lead Academy Physiotherapist
- Contribute to player ongoing review processes with individual player insights
- Ensure continuity across sport science and medicine practices across the academy pathway
- Contribute to ongoing education for staff, parents and players with regard to sport science and medicine disciplines
- Lead on departmental continued professional development, for both internal and external development opportunities
- Assist the Academy Manager as directed
General Information
Crewe Alexandra Football Club are committed to our Safeguarding and Welfare policies, therefore the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) check and are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975.
Crewe Alexandra Football Club promotes equal opportunities in employment we positively welcome
applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil
partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience appear to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Deadline for applications is Sunday 31st October 2021. Applicants must provide a CV and cover letter and return to Aidan Callan, Academy Manager via email – acallan@crewealex.net
Due to expected high volume of applicants, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful if you have no contact from the club 1 week post application deadline.
Job title: Sessional Part Time Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist
Department: Academy Sports Science & Medicine Department
Location: Alexandra Park Training Ground & Various locations for away fixtures
Contract: Sessional/Casual
Reporting To: Lead Academy Physiotherapist, U18 Academy Physiotherapist and Academy Manager
Position Overview
To provide therapy & first aid services to Crewe Alexandra Academy within the U9 – U16 age groups. This role will predominately involve providing pitch side first aid with potential scope to cover evening injury clinics. As a result, the position will involve weekend working & evening working to meet the demands of the academy.
Essential Requirements
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy/BSc Sports Therapy/BSc Sports Rehabilitation
- Valid IFAS/ITMMiF or prepared to complete course upon acceptance of position
- Display excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Be motivated and have an interest in working in a dynamic medical department
- Be comfortable working evenings & weekends to meet the demands of the academy
- Be able to work individually or as part of a team
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience of EPPP
- Evidence of working with youth elite athletic development
- Experience of working within a professional football/sports environment
Job Responsibilities
- To provide excellent first aid cover for academy fixtures home/away as required
- Assessment and treatment of injuries of academy players as they present
- To complete necessary paper work regarding assessments, treatments and screening of players
- To communicate effectively with Lead Academy Physiotherapist, Senior Academy Physiotherapist and coaches regarding injuries, treatments and fitness to play.
- To communicate with academy players parents & guardians regarding injuries where appropriate
- To work effectively with Sports Scientist/Strength & Conditioning coaches in aiding fitness testing/Screening
- Stay up to date with the latest research and medical findings within the sports medicine world.
- To adhere to and carry out the clubs safeguarding policy especially regarding working with children under the age of 18
- To attend the academy’s CPD sessions as required to help develop the club & academy
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) check and are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975.
Crewe Alexandra Football Club promotes equal opportunities in employment we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience appear to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Deadline for applications is - Ongoing
Cover letter and CV to be emailed to:
Academy Physiotherapist: Daniel Thorpe dthorpe@crewealex.net
Academy Manager: Aidan Callan acallan@crewealex.net
