Academy Sport Psychologist (Consultant)

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy Sport Science and Medical
department at Watford Football Club. We are currently looking to recruit a Sport Psychologist on a
consultancy basis.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be
flexible to the requirements of the position and the business.

Applicants should ideally live local to Watford and London Colney or the surrounding areas and be a
UK resident or non-UK resident with a valid UK work permit and ideally have experience working within
a similar role.

You must have:
• Postgraduate degree in relevant subject area
• Registration with relevant national governing body
• Ability to work independently and complete projects within given specific timeframe
• Ability to work effectively within a wider MDT to support players and staff alike
• Excellent IT, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to deliver an effective sports psychology syllabus for individual and team athletes
throughout the academy
• Awareness and experience of applied work latest sport psychology philosophies and
interventions
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel to various locations due to the demands of the role
• Understanding of the Clubs commitment to EDI & Safeguarding

You would ideally have, but not vital:
• Experience working within a high-performance environment
• Experience working within an academy
• CASES accreditation

As a regulated activity provider and as part of the short-listing process we may:
1. Complete reference requests prior to interview.
2. Carry out an online search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence
process.
3. If your application is successful be required to obtain a DBS disclosure at the appropriate level
(role dependant)

Club Commitment:

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that
represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer
and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding:

We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure
that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.