Blackpool Football Club

Job Title:     Lead Academy Sports Scientist Reports to:  Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine. Location:     Bloomfield Road Stadium However, flexibility on location is required (Home and Away Fixtures/Change of training venue) Hours:         Full Time, 40 hours. Pay Rate:     £25,000 per annum   OVERALL OBJECTIVES: The Lead Academy Sports Scientist is responsible for the Physical Performance and Development of Academy player. This covers all areas with regards to the testing, planning and delivering of physical sessions together with the education and understanding given with regards to how to optimise physical performance.   Main Objectives ·       Planning and delivery of evidence based elite level physical programmes (on-field and gym-based) tailored to individual needs. ·       Develop an education programme for players, staff and parents to raise awareness of how to develop young athletes. ·...

Blackpool FC Academy are seeking a Lead Academy Physiotherapist to assist in the leading of the academy medical services, to academy players. Focusing on injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. The postholder will work across the whole academy performance pathway and assisting in the development and implementation of the working practices implemented by the medical team.   Qualifications and Experience   ·       Graduate Qualification in Physiotherapy (BSc/MSc) ·       Qualified member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP) ·       Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) ·       FA Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMIF) ·       DBS Enhanced Criminal Record Check ·       FA Safeguarding Children Qualification ·       Valid UK Driving license   Salary   ·       £30,000-£35,000 dependent upon experience...