Physiotherapist, Women’s Cricket
Warwickshire County Cricket Club
Founded in 1882 Warwickshire County Cricket Club is one of the 18 major county clubs which make up the English and Welsh domestic cricket structure, representing the historic county of Warwickshire.
- Posted
- 3 Sep 2024
- Status
- Full Time
- Location
- England
- Closing date
- 20 Sep 2024
About Us
Warwickshire County Cricket Club is on a mission to be the best cricket business in the world. Our home is Edgbaston Stadium, one of the leading venues in world cricket, renowned for its atmosphere and has played host to some of the biggest and most iconic moments in cricket.
We have been pioneers for new innovations in our sport…and the next step is the launch of our new, fully-professional Bears Women’s team that’s set to compete in a revamped national competition structure next year.
Join Warwickshire County Cricket Club as the Bears Women’s Physiotherapist for a 12-month, full-time maternity cover within our Elite Cricket department. Based at Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, with regular travel to various game locations, providing high-quality physiotherapy and healthcare support to our players.
Our Values
We are Bears, and our values are the heartbeat of everything we do:
• Passion: Genuine passion for what we do
• Respect: Our history and who we are
• Innovation: We’re not afraid to be different
• Diversity: In our people and thinking
• Excellence: We want to be the best
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality physiotherapy and healthcare support to players, working collaboratively with the Lead Physiotherapist, Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and the wider medical and multidisciplinary teams. The role is integral to ensuring the health, fitness, and availability of players, supporting their rehabilitation and development goals, and participating in clinical, performance, and research projects. The Physiotherapist will contribute to maintaining high standards of medical governance and actively participate in the Women’s Science and Medicine Review process, ultimately enhancing player performance and well-being.
Key Relationships
Internal:
• Lead Physiotherapist
• Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
• Medical team members
• Multidisciplinary team (MDT) members
• Coaches and support staff
• Players
External:
• ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) staff
• External medical and healthcare professionals
• Rehabilitation specialists
• Research and performance project collaborators
Role Profile and Key Responsibilities
- Physiotherapy Support: Provide high-quality physiotherapy and healthcare support to players under the direction of the Lead Physiotherapist, ensuring their health, fitness, and availability. This role involves working across multiple sites, primarily based at Edgbaston, with frequent travel to satellite centers to ensure equitable support throughout the region.
- Collaborative Work: Work collaboratively with the medical team, multidisciplinary team (MDT), Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and Lead Physiotherapist to maintain high standards of medical governance and player support.
- Player Development: Support player availability and development goals through comprehensive rehabilitation programs and individualised care plans.
- Research and Projects: Lead and champion local and ECB-led clinical, performance, and research projects, contributing to the advancement of sports medicine and player performance.
- International Pathway Support: Collaborate with ECB staff to co-manage the health and fitness of international pathway players, ensuring their seamless integration and progression.
- Science and Medicine Review: Actively participate in the Women’s Science and Medicine Review process, contributing insights and expertise to enhance overall player health and performance strategies.
Person Specification
Essential
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and evidence of appropriate indemnity insurance (e.g., CSP)
- Undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy
- Demonstratable experience working independently as a qualified physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, with experience working in performance sport
- Current advanced trauma management and emergency care accreditation (or ability to obtain this certification within a specified timeframe if successful)
- High standards of personal and professional integrity
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times, including the requirement to undertake other duties and responsibilities as required
- Valid Full Driving License
Desirable
- Experience of working in elite women’s sport
- Experience working with younger athletes
Working Hours
• 35 hours per week.
Due to the nature of the role, the position requires flexibility, working evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. You will be expected to travel to multiple sites across the West Midlands, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support. Leave entitlement must align with the service schedule, guaranteeing continuous support for the team and players.
Why Join Us
When you join us, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a cricket family that thrives on excitement, camaraderie, and a relentless pursuit of victory.
This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. We offer more than just a career; we offer an experience:
• Passionate Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, surrounded by like-minded individuals who live and breathe the game.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world-class facility that hosts some of the most thrilling cricket and live events.
• Exciting Benefits: Enjoy perks like free on-site parking, enhanced pension contributions, private healthcare, Christmas shut down, wellness week, and more!
• Career Development: Unlock your potential with career development opportunities and a chance to make your mark in the cricket industry.
• Team Spirit: Be part of a team that celebrates success, supports each other, and makes a real impact.
Right to Work in the UK Statement
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Equal Opportunities In Employment Policy Statement
Warwickshire County Cricket Club will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration, and is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, colour, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age (up to 65).
It is the intention of Warwickshire County Cricket Club that its work force, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City’s population. To achieve this Warwickshire County Cricket Club will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment.
Safeguarding Statement
Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our services.
Safer Recruitment Statement
Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.
How To Apply
Ready to take the plunge into an exciting career with WCCC? Complete the WCCC application form by clicking 'Apply Now' by 20 September 2024.
Should you have any difficulties accessing this form, please contact [email protected]. Interviews will take place in person at Edgbaston Stadium on Thursday 3 October 2024.