Description
The successful candidates will take the role for one FISU Winter World University Games cycle, from appointment through to the end of the Games. The successful candidates will also be encouraged to support the BUCS domestic programme during their tenure.
The FISU Winter World University Games are staged every two years in a different city, the winter edition of the FISU World University Games is a celebration of international university sports and culture. With several thousand student-athletes competing in each event. The FISU Winter World University Games is among the world’s largest winter multi-sports competitions. The Games represent an experience comparable to an Olympic, Paralympic & Commonwealth Games in terms of scale, village life and competition format.
The next Games are due to be held in Lake Placid 2023, USA, between 12-22 January 2023.
It is anticipated that Great Britain will send a delegation of around 75-100 to the FISU Winter World University Games 2023.
The appointed Physiotherapists are expected to be available for the event, pre-event acclimatisation period and the GB Students Briefing Meeting (1-2 days, 2-3 months in advance of the Games).
Job Description:
- To liaise with sports team managers and coaches before the event to gain an understanding of any pre-existing injuries and specific sports demands
- To gain an insight into the level of engagement of physio and requirements ‘pitch-side’, post event and any recovery strategies
- To provide a high-quality sports physiotherapy service to both athletes and team officials
- To liaise with and support medical HQ and BUCS staff as requested
- To work within the CSP code of conduct and the IFSP competencies for sports physiotherapists
- To maintain accurate patient records in keeping with CSP guidelines
- To provide post-event feedback to the NGB, team or local physios regarding injuries, physio and medical intervention
For more information on Essential/Desirable qualifications and experience see the Job Description here.
Please note that the selection process will account for candidate's values and behaviours as well as their technical expertise
Other Information:
Appointments will be made subject to References.
The post-holder will act in accordance with the BUCS Team Members’ Agreement and Code of Conduct.
Appointments will be made subject to References. Post-holders will be required to complete UKAD Anti-Doping Introduction to Clean Sport certification as part of our HE Clean Games Policy and International UKAD Anti-Doping Education Programme.
Remuneration:
This is an honorary position, although travel and subsistence costs will be paid (where not otherwise provided).
Application Process:
Candidates should send a CV and Covering Letter (including details of two referees) to [email protected]. Candidates should also complete the survey available here prior to the application deadline.
The deadline for applications is Friday 17 June 2022
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions in relation to your application.
Follow up calls and/or interviews will take place at a time to be confirmed with successful applicants in due course.
