England Women U19 Sport Psychologist (Consultants and Secondments Considered)

PURPOSE

An exciting opportunity to take on the role of England Women U19 Sport Psychologist for our U19 squad as they prepare for and compete at the U19 World Cup in January 2025.

In combination with the England Women and domestic SS&M teams, this role will lead on the provision of sport psychology support to the England Women U19 squad during the preparation and performance phases of the second edition of the U19 Women’s World Cup.

The England Women U19 overseas tour to Malaysia will provide opportunities in an inspirational development environment with competitive exposure at International level for players deemed with the highest potential to play for England Women in the future, as well as players with key potential to further their career within the domestic game.

The role will require availability for weekend camps in preparation for the U19 World Cup, and travelling as part of the EW U19 Management staff during the World Cup period in January. Camp dates will be discussed at interview, but these will run from the end of October 2024.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.

• Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.

• Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.

• Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You are passionate about the provision of high quality sport psychology services to support performance

• You collaborate and love working as part of a team

• You enjoy applying and adapting your expert skills to help players and the team thrive

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Lead on the delivery of sport psychology support for England Women’s U19 squad in the preparation and performance phases of the U19 Women’s World Cup, to maximise player psychological development and experience as part of their inclusion on the programme.

• Engage in planning and camp-based delivery with the U19 Staff Management team, and provide in-situ support for the World Cup tour in Malaysia.

• Work collaboratively with England Women’s Sport Science & Medicine team and be a point of contact for domestic SS&M team Sport Psychologists, to ensure players receive optimal levels of support.

• Work closely with England Women’s Wellbeing team (including Doctor, Clinical Psychology and Safeguarding and Personal Development and Welfare practitioners) to ensure appropriate mental health and wellbeing support.

• Work with the Head Coach in overseeing and assisting the delivery of a psychologically informed environment, and in constructively addressing performance challenges.

• Contribute to a robust review process of the England Women U19 programme following the completion of the series.

YOU’LL HAVE

Essential criteria:

• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered Status and/ or Qualification in Sport & Exercise Psychology (QSEP) Stage 2, or British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR) (or equivalent)

• Postgraduate degree in Sport Psychology

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Sport Psychology or Sports Science (or equivalent)

• Significant experience leading the provision of sport psychology support services to elite adolescent athletes, including both group and individual delivery

• Experience working with high performance teams, including the provision of support for major tournaments and events

• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team and/or wellbeing forum to deliver impactful psychological support

• Experience of working with coaches to support performance and in shaping the delivery of a psychologically informed environment

• Significant experience of stakeholder management and influencing others

• High standards of personal and professional integrity

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• An ability to think on your feet and respond to rapidly evolving situations

• Full Driving License

• Enhanced DBS

Desirable:

• Previous experience of working in cricket and/or women’s team sport

• Previous experience of supporting individuals or teams in-situ at major international events

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive day rate

• Reasonable travel expenses

• Please note, general perks and benefits will not be applicable for consultant and secondment roles