Head of Academy Medical

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Free car parking on site

Club shop discount

Pension scheme

 Head of Academy Medical

Department

Academy

Reports to

Head of Academy Performance

Location

Academy Training Ground(s) and Abbey Stadium

Salary

£28,000 - £32,000

Hours

40 hours per week, including match days and evenings. Flexibility around working days and hours

Role Summary

The Head of Academy Medical will be responsible for the management of all medical provision across the Academy’s U9- U21s.

The Head of Academy Medical will be responsible for leading on clinical examinations and interventions for the U18s and U21s. The Head of Academy Medical will be responsible for leading on all communication with the MDT across the U18-U21 age groups.

The Head of Academy Medical will be responsible for supporting the Academy U9-U16 Lead Therapist with the management of the Schoolboy Medical programme

Key Job Outcomes

• To lead on the management of full-time and part-time Academy Therapists to ensure appropriate coverage of U9- U21 training, fixture, and tour programmes is provided.
• To be the lead clinician to all full and part-time Academy players across the age-groups
• To ensure all clinical examinations and therapeutic interventions are documented in line with HCPC standards across the Academy Medical staff via athlete management portals (Kitman Labs, TrainMyAthlete).
• To work closely with the Head of Academy Performance and Head of Medical with regards to the transition of players from the U18s & U21s into the 1st Team.
• To lead on the Academy Medical Service EPPP Audit compliance procedure and ensure successful adherence to the National Audit of Injury and Rehabilitation.
• To coordinate U15-U21 cardiac screening in line with FA guidelines and lead on any required follow-up investigations or interventions.
• To coordinate all SCAT Concussion Baseline Testing across the U18-U21 groups.
• To assist the Head of Medical in ensuring club adherence to Medical Department Minimum Standards including but not limited to; Emergency Action Planning, servicing of medical equipment, staff fitness to practice and clinical note auditing.
• To lead the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation for all full and part-time Academy players, with delegation to appropriate staff members where indicated.
• To be responsible for conducting medical and physical screening for U18 and U21 players.
• To be responsible for the micro/meso/macrocycle planning of rehabilitation and modified S&C and pitch load for injured Academy players in coordination with the Head of Academy Performance and Head of Medical.
• To lead clinical judgement on the appropriate care pathway for injured Academy players including referral for diagnostic imaging, specialist consultation and alternative interventions (And accompany players where appropriate).
• To ensure all Academy players complete a robust Return to Training/Play protocol following injury, in coordination with the Head of Academy Performance and Head of Medical based on standardised practices and club protocols.
• To be the principle point of contact with injured Academy players and their parents/guardians for all communication regarding injury status, home care advice, notification of attendance to clinics and anticipated return to training/play.
• In cooperation with the Head of Academy Performance and Head of Medical, develop and implement a standardised movement and musculoskeletal screening battery across the U18-U21 groups.
• To produce Weekly, Quarterly, and Annual Injury reports detailing all Academy players for Academy Manager, Phase Lead Coaches, Head of Medical, Head of Academy Performance & Part-time Therapists.
• Ensure maintenance of professional portfolio of essential requirements as indicated by EPPP including HCPC registration, approved pitch-side qualification, DBS certificate, safeguarding training and Hep B immunity for the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and Academy Therapists (full and part-time).
• Ensure personal adherence to the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Physiotherapists.
• Ensure all clinical documentation adheres to the CSP guidance on Record Keeping and Information Governance as set out in Section 6 of the Quality Assurance Standards.
• Engage in regular CPD activities to keep up to date with advancements in Sport Medicine and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

BSc in Physiotherapy - Essential

MSc in Physiotherapy

Level 4 ITMMiF qualification or equivalent - Desired

Recent and in-date Enhanced DBS and FA Safeguarding Children Certificates

Membership with relevant governing body - Essential

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience working in an elite sporting environment with young athletes

Experience of working in an elite football academy setting

Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams

Experience of paediatric assessments relating to sports injuries

Has an understanding of how elite players are developed

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Hardworking and enthusiastic

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Reliable and committed

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Able to communicate effectively

Willingness to work weekday evenings

Excellent team player and motivator

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.

Application Closing Date

19th August 2024

Interview Date(s)

TBA

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Start Date

TBC

Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.

We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.

Vision

Creating Memories 

We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.

Driving Standards & Performance

We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.

Enhancing Lives

We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport. 

Values

We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.

Teamwork

We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.

Hard Work

We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.

Humility

We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.

Employability Statement

Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff.  We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

Safeguarding Statement

Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.

The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

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Application by submitting CV and Cover Letter at this link

https://hr.breathehr.com/v/head-of-academy-medical-35685

For further information please contact Adam Fleming, Head of Academy Performance, adamf@cambridgeunited.com