GB Elite Development Programme Physiotherapist

The purpose of the GB EDP is to provide players with the best possible opportunity to achieve their international hockey ambitions. The Programme is funded by UK Sport as part of their National Lottery funded World Class Performance Programme. The objectives of the programme are to:

• Identify and select the most talented future senior internationals with the potential to perform at World’s best level.
• Implement a programme that enables players to maximise their potential and that supports the development of the skills, physicality and character required to become a medal winning Olympian in the future
• Deliver junior international teams that excel at under-21 and non-under-21 level (European Championships and World Cup, and non-under 21 competition)

ROLE SUMMARY

• To provide physiotherapy support to the GB EDP & ENG U21 men’s squad players at GB EDP & ENG U21 training camps and matches.
• To maintain medical oversight and manage injuries between camps for athletes in the squad.
• To work closely with the GB EDP Head coach and other GB EDP staff as part of a high
  functioning performance team to support the development of an exceptional GB EDP/ENG U21 performance training and competition environment.
• To coordinate the delivery of the sport medicine education and appropriate screening across the squad.
• To be the medical lead on camps both in the UK and overseas.
• To align with senior programme physiotherapy team process where possible.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To provide total injury management (prevention assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and education) to GB EDP & ENG U21 men’s squad whilst at training camps and competitions based in the UK or overseas.
• To act as physiotherapist for GB/ENG Hockey in the development of a comprehensive physiotherapy service for all GB EDP & ENG U21 players.
• To support the work done by other physiotherapists that may be involved with GB EDP & ENG U21 squad members.
• Frequently be the medical lead on camps effectively supporting the individual(s) involved and utilise other staff and athletes present where necessary. This may be within the UK or overseas.
• Maintain regular contact with the GB EDP lead doctor to ensure they can maintain medical oversight of the GB EDP & ENG U21 men’s programmes
• To communicate injury status regarding athletes to other health care professionals designated team leaders / managers, coaches and wider MDT staff. In addition to this the role is one of the core members of staff for both programmes. The expectation is it regularly communicates to other disciplines.
• To provide and develop rehabilitation programmes to the appointed squad athletes.
• To deliver educational material practically, verbally and in written form to GB EDP & ENG U21players, coaches and support personnel.
• Lead on the logistical planning and organisation of SSSM consumables and kit required at any camp or event e.g. nutritional supplements, ice baths.
• Store and safely transport SSSM equipment for upcoming camps and competitions e.g. trauma bags, drugs boxes, consumables (or organise an alternative)
• Lead our GB EDP athlete health strategy implementation to the men’s GB EDP and ENG U21 programmes.
• Be one of the core MDT staff members.
• To maintain written confidential records in accordance with the CSP/ACPSM guidelines using the Medinotes system.
• To collect relevant medical statistics.
• To work within the professional rules, regulations and guidelines of the CSP.
• To work within the rules and regulations of GB/ENG Hockey, where these do not conflict with those of the CSP.
• To liaise with the governing body Anti-doping Officer to ensure good athlete and coach education and a testing schedule across all programmes.
• Provide clear feedback to the GB Head of Elite Talent Development or Head Coach (verbal and written on request).
• Commit to personal and team development including attending GB EDP staff team meetings and training events.
• Represent GB/ENG Hockey in all training and competition environments favourably.
• Adhere to the ENG Spirit of Hockey Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.
• To undertake any other appropriate duties as requested by GB/ENG Hockey.