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Head of Medical – Leicester Tigers Women
Leicester Tigers
Leicester Tigers are a professional rugby union club based in Leicester, England. They play in Premiership Rugby, England's top division of rugby. The club was founded in 1880 and since 1892 plays its home matches at Mattioli Woods Welford Road in the south of the city.
Job Posted- 21 Apr 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 4 May 2026
Role Overview
The Head of Medical is responsible for leading and delivering a high-quality, athlete-centred medical service for Leicester Tigers Women. This role ensures the health, wellbeing, and performance readiness of all players through evidence-based practice, strategic planning, and effective management of medical resources and medical staff.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Leadership & Service Delivery
• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of all medical services for the Leicester Tigers Women’s squad.
• Oversee injury assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation processes.
• Ensure best practice in player welfare, clinical governance, and return-to-play protocols.
• Collaborate closely with coaching, S&C, and performance staff to optimise player availability and performance.
PWR Medical Audit & Compliance
• Lead the completion and submission of the Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) Medical Audit.
• Ensure full compliance with league regulations, policies, and medical standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in line with governance and data protection requirements.
• Implement and monitor policies relating to concussion management, and emergency care.
Medical Budget Management
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual medical budget.
• Ensure cost-effective allocation of resources while maintaining high standards of care.
• Oversee procurement of medical equipment, supplies, and external services.
• Provide regular financial reporting and forecasting to senior management.
Staff Management & Development
• Line manage all medical staff, including physiotherapists, doctors, therapists, and support personnel.
• Coordinate staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for training, matches, and tours.
• Conduct performance reviews, appraisals, and ongoing professional development planning.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance working environment.
Recruitment & Intern Programme
• Lead the recruitment and onboarding of medical interns and placement students.
• Design and implement a structured internship programme to support learning and development.
• Provide mentorship, supervision, and feedback to interns and junior staff.
• Build relationships with universities and educational institutions to attract emerging talent.
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