Pitch Side Medical Team Assistant Hartlepool (Casual)
Excel Medical Solutions is proud to provide high-quality pitch-side medical cover for Hartlepool Football Club. We are now seeking Pitch Side Medical Team Assistants to join our matchday team, supporting our clinicians in delivering safe, rapid, and effective medical care to players, officials, and staff during home fixtures.
This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for sport, healthcare, and working in a fast-paced, professional sporting environment.
Please note: This role requires a regular commitment to attend at least two home fixtures per month during the football season.
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Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
* Assist registered medical practitioners and first responders pitch-side during training sessions, warm-ups, and matches.
* Prepare and maintain medical equipment and consumables before, during, and after fixtures.
* Support with patient handling, stretcher operations, and rapid response to on-field incidents.
* Relay information and coordinate with match officials, coaching staff, and other event personnel during medical incidents.
* Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of the medical area and pitch-side kits.
* Assist with administrative tasks such as completing basic incident records under supervision.
* Act in accordance with club, league, and Excel Medical Solutions policies, including safeguarding and confidentiality protocols.
About us
XL Team provides comprehensive Medical, Health & Safety Solutions across the U.K.
Rooted in the North East U.K., XL Team delivers a wide range of health, safety, and medical services nationwide. Our expertise includes event medical services with highly trained medics, paramedics, and ambulance support, as well as dedicated TV and film medical support to ensure on-set safety.
Our services also include attendee support at events, occupational health, accredited training courses, and community wellness initiatives. We are committed to professionalism, care, and excellence, combining local expertise with national reach. Visit www.xlteam.co.uk to learn more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Assist registered medical practitioners and first responders pitch-side during training sessions, warm-ups, and matches.
* Prepare and maintain medical equipment and consumables before, during, and after fixtures.
* Support with patient handling, stretcher operations, and rapid response to on-field incidents.
* Relay information and coordinate with match officials, coaching staff, and other event personnel during medical incidents.
* Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of the medical area and pitch-side kits.
* Assist with administrative tasks such as completing basic incident records under supervision.
* Act in accordance with club, league, and Excel Medical Solutions policies, including safeguarding and confidentiality protocols.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
* Good physical fitness (capable of running short distances, lifting, and stretcher carrying).
* Calm, professional, and able to communicate effectively under pressure.
* Ability to work effectively in a team and follow instructions quickly.
* Flexible to work matchdays, including evenings, weekends, and some midweek fixtures.
* Willing to commit to at least two home fixtures per month during the season.
Desirable
* First Aid at Work, Emergency First Aid, or Sports First Aid qualification.
* Experience in sports or medical environments.
* Knowledge of pitch-side safety and injury management.
* Manual handling or patient transport training.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to a DBS check in accordance with legal requirements.
Employer details
Employer name: XL Team LTD
Address: Hartlepool, TS248BZ
Website: https://www.xlteam.co.uk/
£48 per session. Regular commitment to attend at least two home fixtures per month.
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