Grimsby Town Football Club have an exciting opportunity for a full time Sports Scientist to support their Academy.
The main responsibilities in this role are:
- Monitor and record all anthropometric & physiological data for all Academy aged players.
- Planning and implementation of individual & group strength & conditioning sessions for all Academy players.
- Planning and implementation of individual group testing & screening sessions for all Academy players.
- Work in collaboration with the Senior Academy Physiotherapist to provide specific physical development training sessions for the rehabilitation of injured Academy players as and when necessary.
- Work collaboratively with coaches and the wider multidisciplinary team to support the planning and delivery of training sessions that optimise player development and performance
- Provide athletic development profiles for all Academy players.
- To attend and contribute to all In-service training and continual professional development (CPD) for Academy Sports Science and Medicine Staff.
- To attend and play an active role in regular Academy Management staff meetings, reporting on any issues across the phases including; player performance and development.
The successful candidate will have:
- BSc (Hons) Sports Science
- FA Safeguarding Certification
- Basic First Aid for Sport (BFAS)
In addition they will have the following knowledge, skills & experience:
- Strong Leadership and Management Skills.
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- Experience working with the Premier League PMA System.
- A working knowledge and understanding of professional football.
- Competence in all MS Office packages with experience of recording and reporting information.
- Experience of dealing with minors and an excellent understanding of - Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures including the relevant clearances for individuals.
- An understanding of the EFL Youth Development rules and regulations.
- Previous Experience of Management within an Elite Sports Environment.
- A comprehensive understanding of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP).
- Full clean driving license.
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