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Trailfinders Women Physical Performance Coach (PPC)
Ealing Trailfinders
Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club is an English professional rugby union club based in West London and competes in the RFU Championship.
Job Posted- 12 Nov 2024
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 6 Dec 2024
ABOUT US
As our women’s premiership team enters its second season we have 2 exciting positions within our performance department.
Trailfinders currently compete in the Women’s Premiership and the Club’s vision is to compete at the top end of this competition, and produce players who represent England.
A significant part of this process is to ensure all players are physically prepared for the demands of premiership and international rugby.
We are therefore looking for 2 outstanding individuals to join the program.
This pack is in relation to the Physical Performance Coach (PPC) role.
THE ROLE
We are looking for someone to manage the sport science aspect of the program. This person is also expected to assist the HoPP in some coaching and delivery of the strength & conditioning program. Key duties of this will be collecting GPS data from training and playing and compiling reports, using force platforms, and leading on the gum shield impact project in line with RFU protocols.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage the sport science provision to the Trailfinders Women's Premiership team.
• This includes but is not limited to: GPS, RFU Mouthguard protocol, Force Platform Testing, Wellness Monitoring etc.
• Assist in gym coaching and on-field warm-ups.
• Assist in player rehab sessions.
• Attend all premiership games.
• Keep up to date databases.
• Set a positive example and contribute positively to the team environment and culture.
• Be a strong consistent example of all the Club’s values, vision and success standards.
• Undertake any other reasonable request.
THE PERSON
EXPERIENCE
Essential
• Minimum of 2 years experience in sport science/strength & conditioning.
• Experience of using Catapult and Stat Sport GPS providers.
• Familiar with Force Platforms and Nord Board both in using and interpreting data.
• Used to dealing with large data sets and software such as Power BI.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
• MSc in strength & conditioning/sports science related subject
• BSc in strength & conditioning/sports science related subject
• UKSCA/NSCA/ASCA qualification.
(one of the 3 is desirable)
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess an adaptable and solution focused approach.
• Show a thirst for knowledge through continuous learning and evidence of this.
• Highly organised and is able to meet tight deadlines.
How to Apply
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