Rugby League veteran & Irish international Bob Beswick is leaving his role with the club, as he becomes busier with his full-time job away from the Vikings. Despite having met with new coach Allan Coleman and, to use his words ‘buzzing’ with what’s coming up in 2024, he has taken the decision to also spend more time with his daughter.
We are therefore looking for a new Head of Strength and Conditioning – job description below…..
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach – Men’s Team
Widnes Vikings are looking to recruit a Strength and Conditioning coach to lead the S&C provision for the Men’s team.
The Vikings currently play in the Betfred Championship and are looking for a driven, ambitious individual who wants to contribute to future success.
The Role
- Develop and deliver the strength and conditioning programme for all of the first team squad, with the goal of athlete development alongside minimising injury risk.
- Produce and design the periodisation of strength, speed, agility and conditioning programmes for rugby league.
- Collect and/or assist in the collection of strength diagnostic, biomechanical and various field based physiological assessments.
- Record and interpret physiological or player related data to evaluate the necessity for intervention, adjustments and/or programme modifications to meet optimal individual performance levels.
- Devise a comprehensive physical testing programme to monitor the effectiveness of the programme and progression of players (in line with RFL protocols).
- Implement effective coaching of athletes in proper weightlifting techniques and conditioning practices to aid athlete development.
- Alongside the Head Coach and coaching staff, plan the season’s training structure to align with the club’s values and targets.
- Work with the club physiotherapists and medical staff to ensure high-level rehabilitation programmes for injured players.
- Maintain the following qualifications in addition to those in essential criteria (via the RFL) mental health first aid, safeguarding, DBS, UKAD introduction to clean sport.
Please note this role consists of mainly evening and weekend work.
Criteria
Essential:
- BSc/MSc in Strength and Conditioning.
- UKSCA or working towards qualification.
- Good understanding of the demands and requirements of elite Rugby League.
- Experience in the effective use of various biomechanical and physiological technologies.
- Knowledge of interventional strategies to mitigate injury risk in elite level sport.
- Ability to interpret research and apply to professional practice.
Salary
Dependent upon experience
How to apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter to chrish@widnesvikings.co.uk
Closing Date
20 October 2023
Interviews
w/c 23 October 2023
Start Date
November 2023
