Head of Performance Services

Organisation: British Weight Lifting
Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 FTE
Location: University of Nottingham
Contract type: (Full time)
Closing date: 11 May 2025
Interview date: 29 May 2025
Job Description: Responsible to:
Head of Performance Services
30 - 37.5 hours (negotiable dependent on skills and experience)
£40,000 - 50,000 FTE (dependent on skills and experience)
University of Nottingham
Head of Performance (Weightlifting)
The role will require occasional weekend travel and overnight stays to support the delivery of Camps and
Squads.
Main purpose of the Job
Lead the Sport Science and Medicine Team: provide effective leadership and line management, and
work closely with the Head of Performance and People Development Lead to ensure that staff evolve
their knowledge and skills to provide High-quality performance services at training camps and
competitions.
Lead the development of BWL’s Athlete Health and Wellbeing strategy: which supports athlete
physical and mental health and provides high quality and evidence-informed performance services for
Weightlifting athletes across both the World Class Programme and the BWL Performance Pathway.
High-Quality Coaching: coordinate and deliver rehabilitation and accessory sessions for World Class
Programme and Pathway athletes and maximise development outcomes through effective coaching.
Foster an Optimal Athlete Experience: Cultivate a high-quality, person-centred environment that
prioritises long-term athlete development.
Facilitate Continuous Improvement Through Feedback: Empower athletes and enhance coaching
through the utilisation of feedback, ensuring that the support provided aligns with strategic and individual
athlete goals.
Key Responsibilities
Work effectively with the Head of Performance (Weightlifting) to ensure there are clear
operational plans in place for the BWL Sport Science and Medical Team, which align with strategic
objectives (of funding partners) and are delivered on time and within budget. Ensure there is integration
and wider organisational support in areas such as education, competitions, communications, IT & digital
developments, governance and compliance, and Board reporting.
Lead the Sport Science and Medicine Team: Collaborate closely with the BWL Head of Performance
to ensure that performance services are aligned to athlete development goals and BWL's WITTW Model:
 Provide effective leadership and line management
 Work closely with the Head of Performance and People Development Lead to ensure that
practitioners provide high-quality and evidence-informed performance services to World Class
Programme and BWL Performance Pathway athletes which maximise athlete availability
 Lead athlete case conferences and work collaboratively with the MDT to find effective solutions for
complex performance and health-related issues
 Work collaboratively with the WCP-MDT to accelerate the rehabilitation of athletes back to full
training
 Co-ordinate the provision of physiotherapy for athletes during training camps and competitions
 Ensure MDT compliance with clinical and health governance standards and GDPR.
Lead the development of BWL’s Athlete Health and Wellbeing strategy: Work effectively with the
Head of Performance (Weightlifting) to develop and evolve this strategy:
 Develop the BWL athlete health strategy to ensure it optimises the physical and mental health of
athletes, aligning with their performance goals and strategic objectives
 Co-ordinate the development and implementation of both medical screening, performance profiling
and daily readiness monitoring for World Class Programme and Performance Pathway athletes
 Develop systems for injury and illness surveillance: utilising data collected to identify risks and design
strategies to mitigate them to maximise athlete availability
 Co-ordinate referral pathways and work closely with Sport Science and Medicine Partners to ensure
that athletes receive high-quality care
 Contribute to the identification and development of innovative research and development
partnerships and projects with the potential to provide applied benefit to athlete health and
performance.
High-Quality Coaching at BWL Performance Centres: Collaborate closely with the BWL Head of
Performance to ensure that coaching is aligned to athlete development goals and BWL's WITTW Model.
 Provide individualised Strength, Conditioning, and Rehabilitation coaching
 Work closely with coaching staff to monitor athlete progress and adapt technical and physical
development strategies with consideration for on-going rehabilitation and athlete performance goals
 Provide expertise and specific support in relation to rehabilitation, injury and illness
 Contribute to the Physical development strategy and cross-sport learning and development
 Work closely with UKSI and TASS to ensure that the performance services delivered to World Class
Programme and pathway athletes meet appropriate sport-specific standards of practice and that
athletes are aware of how to access and maximise the services available to them.
Foster an Optimal Athlete Experience: Lead the sport science & medicine team to cultivate a high
quality athlete experience that prioritises the long-term development of WCP and Pathway athletes.
Ensure a consistent, person-centred approach across all environments.
Facilitate Continuous Improvement Through Feedback: Provide regular, constructive feedback as a
member of the WCP-MDT and via established feedback loops to identify areas for programme
improvement, coaching development and athlete support. Collaborate closely with the People
Development Lead to regularly review and adapt your coaching methodology based on feedback and
evolving best practices in athlete development and leadership.
Build professional relationships and role model desirable behaviours: Build, develop and maintain
professional relationships with key stakeholders including athletes, coaches, support staff and parents.
Act as a mentor and role model, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and a commitment in-line with
the BWL values and person-centred principles.
Person Specification
The person specification describes the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills and abilities that
BWL are looking for.
Minimum requirements:
 Must be eligible to work in the UK and a UK resident and possess a valid passport or be able to
obtain one prior to 1 September 2025
 Individual must not be currently under disqualification, expulsion, or suspension by all or any of:
BWL; the IWF; the EWF, IOC and/or any other body competent and recognised by BWL; or
disqualification, expulsion, or suspension under the World Anti-Doping Code
 An Enhanced DBS check and an up-to-date Safeguarding Certificate
Essential skills/experience are:
 Undergraduate Degree in Strength & Conditioning or Physiotherapy, or relevant equivalent
 UKSCA Accredited (or overseas equivalent)
 UKAD Introduction to Clean Sport Certification
 A minimum of eight years of rehabilitation and / or S&C experience in Olympic or professional sport.
 A minimum of four years’ experience of leading Inter-Disciplinary Teams in Olympic or professional
sport.
 Experience of working with elite athletes in strength & power sports
 Commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to achieve BWL’s strategic objectives
 Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with people from all backgrounds.
 A team player willing to invest time in the development of others.
 Outstanding communication skills written, verbal, and presentation.
 Ability to identify logical solutions to problems and effectively manage priorities in demanding
environments.
Desirable skills/experience are:
 Postgraduate Degree in Strength and Conditioning, Physiotherapy or relevant equivalent
 Experience of working with Weightlifters
 WADA ADEL Course Certificate
 A Full UK driving licence is desirable
Commitment to Equality
BWL is a recognised equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably
qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil
partnership, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, belief and gender.
How to apply: Application and Selection Process Application: Please download and complete the application form from our website Careers at BWL - British Weight Lifting and email it to sue.ward@britishweightlifting.org If you have any queries about this role, please contact our Head of Performance at: stuart.martin@britishweightlifting.org Selection: Shortlisting will take place as soon as possible once applications close. Please can you indicate clearly on your application form, a telephone number and email address where you can be contacted during office hours (9.00am – 5.00pm). Successful applicants will be contacted via email with information relating to the interview time, location and format. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Registered office address: c/o Clarkson Hyde LLP, 3rd Floor Chancery House, St Nicholas Way, Sutton, Surrey SM1 1JB