Job Vacancy: Head of Athlete Health & Performance Assurance

Job Vacancy: Head of Athlete Health & Performance Assurance

Salary: £50,000 – £72,000 pro rata (3 to 4 days per week) (Grade 4)
Direct Reports To: Performance Director
Reports: Sports Science and Sports Medicine Practitioners
Location: British Judo National Centre & Head Office, Walsall or Hybrid Option.
Key Relationships: UKSI, University of Wolverhampton, UK Sport, Sport Science Sport Medicine Staff, WCPP Coaches, Performance Leadership Team.

The Head of Athlete Health & Performance Assurance will provide administrative and compliance support across medical, health and safety, classification and anti-doping requirements within the British Judo Association (BJA). The role ensures that essential checks, records and documentation are accurate, up to date and aligned with BJA’s operational standards.

Although this position is non-strategic, it will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of key elements of the British Judo WCPP strategy, a key member of the Performance Leadership Team and managing the Sport Science and Sports Medicine practitioners to ensure KPIs are met across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Sport Science and Sport Medicine Practitioners to meet the requirements of the WCPP.
• Managing H&S processes and training to ensure the wellbeing of the staff and athletes is maintained.
• Ensuring effective Medical Compliance, UK Anti-Doping and Classification.
• Responsible for the delivery and evolution of athlete health and wellbeing strategies across the programme.

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To apply, please submit a CV and Cover Note detailing your suitability for the role to HR@britishjudo.org.uk

The position will close on Friday 17th April