Professional Development Phase Psychologist -, BN15, England
Role: Professional Development Phase Psychologist
Hours : Full-time, to follow the PDP schedule, which does include evenings and weekends
American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Contract Type: Permanent
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.
Come and join our Category 1 Academy!
As Professional Development Phase Psychologist (PDP), you will work with the PDP coaching team to create a high-performance environment and influence at a systemic, cultural, training, team and individual level. You will provide psychological support for the U21 and U18 players and support staff, and contribute psychological consultation and support during transition to first team football, both internally at the club and through the loans provision.
This role will require you to be flexible with your working hours, including evenings and weekends.
Your psychology background
Have you worked in high-performance settings with young athletes? Do you excel under fast-paced, high-pressure conditions? You should hold an MSc in Sports Psychology or Psychology (or equivalent), hold a British Psychological Society (BPS) Chartered status and be registered with the Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or working towards.
23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
⚡ Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
? Enhanced family policies
?️♀️ Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
? In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
? Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work.