Assistant Academy Sports Scientist (Casual)

Comunidadlift; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading sports organization is seeking an Assistant Academy Sport Scientist in West Bromwich on a casual basis. The role involves assisting in the delivery of the sports science programme at the academy. Suitable candidates must possess a BSc in Sports Science or a related field, excellent communication skills, and be organized and confidential. The organization promotes equality and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Qualifications

• BSc in Sports Science or related discipline required.
• UKSCA or CSCS Accreditation or working towards it.
• Enhanced DBS Check necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of the sports science programme across the academy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organised and methodical

Confidential and diplomatic

Knowledge of LTAD Frameworks

Education

BSc in Sports Science or related discipline

MSc in related subject

Job description

About The Role

Here at West Bromwich Albion Football Club we have an exciting opportunity to join our Academy Performance team as an Assistant Academy Sport Scientist on a casual basis.

The main purpose of this role is to assist with the delivery of the sports science programme across the academy.

About The Candidate

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• BSc in Sports Science or Sports Science related discipline
• UKSCA or CSCS Accreditation, or evidence of working towards
• Knowledge of LTAD Frameworks
• Enhanced DBS Check
• Highly organised and methodical approach to workload
• Confidential and diplomatic
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbally
• Full driving license
• Right to Work in the UK

Desirable Criteria

• MSc in related subject
• Experience of working in a Category 1 or 2 academy
• Experience using PMA
• Knowledge of EPPP requirements

About The Club

Equality and Diversity

West Bromwich Albion FC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to provide equality and fairness for all employees and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability,, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

West Bromwich Albion Football Club also welcomes applications from suitably qualified members of the armed forces family.

Safer Recruitment

West Bromwich Albion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

WBA’s Safeguarding, Equality and Whistleblowing policies can be accessed here https://www.wba.co.uk/club/about-us/club-policies

It is unlawful for the Club to employ anyone who is involved with regulated activity who is barred from doing so and we will carry out rigorous pre-employment checks and screening.

An Enhanced DBS, References, Qualifications, Proof of Identity and Right Work in the UK checks will be required and carried out prior to commencement in this post.