Description
The University of East London (UEL) is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential.
The University of East London is a TASS Dual Career Accredited site that prides itself on the flexible support that it offers to the student athletes at the university. Taking an athlete centred approach in everything that we do makes sure the wellbeing and success of the individual is put first. This enables us to create professionals in and out of a sporting context.
The performance programme supports International and National level athletes to achieve success whist at UEL.
The successful candidate will have dual responsibilities, focused on providing the East London Phoenix Wheelchair basketball (ELP) with physiotherapy support and providing treatment and rehabilitation for the high performance programme (HPP) and East London Talent Pathway Athletes at UEL. They will also provide court side cover for all East London Phoenix fixtures and tournaments.
The job will involve evening and some weekend work.
You will work with and treat Professional, aspiring professional, TASS and university athletes. This opportunity provides an enthusiastic clinician with a broad breadth of experiences. They will be supported by a clinical team including a head of medical services, osteopath, sports and soft tissue therapists and strength and conditioning coaches.
The role will be based at the University of East London Docklands Campus (Beckton).
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To appropriately treat and rehabilitate injured ELP and HPP players
- Work closely with coaches and other support staff to ensure the maintenance and / or return to fitness of injured players.
- Complete regular player screening and profiling to issue specific injury prevention education and prehab plans to players.
- To complete all administrative tasks necessary for TASS reporting
- Manage the provision of appropriate medical cover for ELP training sessions and fixtures.
- Within the rules of professional confidentiality liaise with athletes, parents, coaches and other support staff.
- Maintain comprehensive medical notes for each player as required.
- Promotion of anti doping practices in line with university expectation and guidelines
- Attend weekly team meetings with ELP and HPP programmes to provide player medical updates.
- Work with the HPP programme to provide comprehensive physio support and guidance to all of its supported athletes.
KEY ATTRIBUTES:
Essential:
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy with a minimum of 12months post graduate experience
- Member of the CSP and registered physiotherapist with the HCPC
- Have completed MSK and Orthopaedic student rotations
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a multi disciplinary team
- Valid first aid certificate
Desirable:
- MSK and Neuro experience within the NHS setting
- Experience working in professional/ elite sport
We are looking for a committed, hard working individual to join our dynamic medical team. Between ourselves and TASS, we provide access to a comprehensive training programme to accompany the demanding experience of working within this elite sporting environment.
How to Apply:
Please email your CV and Cover Letter to (Katie Ewing) [email protected] & (Will Ashby) [email protected] No CVs from agencies please.
Closing Date: 2nd September 2022
Interview Date: Rolling based on suitable applications being received
Start Date: ASAP
