ROLE DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose



To assist and support the Head of Academy Sport Science to meet the objectives and vison of the Sport Science Department and Academy Management.


The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing individualised Sport Science and Strength & Conditioning support within the academy with a specific focus on the Youth Development phase, under guidance from the Head of Academy Sport Science; work within an inter-disciplinary team to deliver programmes in-line with Tottenham Hotspur’s academy game model.


The working hours will be 35 hours per week, with some flexibly expected, which will be across Monday – Sunday on a rota basis. This will involve some unsocial working hours due to fixtures which may be across bank holidays or seasonal holiday periods.


Key Responsibilities



Lead on the rehabilitation of players within the YDP to ensure that players are returning to training in peak physical condition, whilst using any potential window within the rehabilitation of an individual as an opportunity to enhance physical attributes
Provide individual sport science and S&C support to key players within the academy set up, to ensure that emerging talents are being provided with an industry leading service
Plan, deliver and evaluate both on-pitch and gym based physical development and conditioning programmes in-line with the demands of the academy game model
Provide training and match load recommendations to coaches’ when players are returning from injury
Work collaboratively with the medical department to ensure the rehabilitation process runs smoothly
Create a close working relationship with the coaches to ensure that individuals are integrated as early as possible into aspects of the coaching programme when returning from injury
Plan and implement programmes specific to biological age, S&C and the Football needs of each individual, in-line with the demands of the academy game model.
Deliver injury and physical development-specific S&C programmes with injured players
Oversee all testing (on and off pitch) and screening protocols/procedures for all injured players within the YDP. This is not limited to data collection, but also the ability to process, synthesize and report the information to create individual programmes underpinned by rigorous objective data collection
Occasionally, when required, provide Sport Science/S&C support at home and away matches, plus relevant Academy National/International tournaments and training camps.
To execute duties in a professional and conscientious manner and be an impressive member of staff.
To be aware of emergency procedures and the Health and Safety at Work Act relating to the various sites.
Ensure a strict code of confidentiality in respect to any information linked to Tottenham Hotspur.
Any other duties commensurate with the position/grade as required by the department.


Person Specification



Proactive in nature and able to generate innovative ideas
The ability to blend sport science into applied practice
Values & respects others, builds relationships, collaborates
Gets things done, delivers to highest of standards, takes responsibility and is able to be flexible.
Exceptionally high degree of personal and professional integrity.
A strong team ethos with demonstrable abilities in building and maintaining productive relationships with both coaching and playing staff within a high-performance environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with clear and adaptable communication skills that foster productive working relationships at all levels.


Skills & Experience



Degree in Sports Science or Strength & Conditioning or equivalent
Experience (post-internship) in working with individuals in rehabilitation (desirable)
Postgraduate Degree in Sports Science or Strength & Conditioning or equivalent (desirable)
FA/UEFA Coaching in Football Qualification (desirable)
UKSCA Accreditation (desirable)
Current Safeguarding Children certificate and First Aid (desirable)
Excellent IT skills