Warwickshire County Cricket Club
Academy & Pathway Psychologist
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Help shape the next generation of Warwickshire cricketers!
We are looking for a Sport Psychologist to join our Performance Team and support the development and wellbeing of players across our Academy, Emerging Player Programme (EPP) and County Age Group (CAG) squads. This is an exciting opportunity to provide one-to-one and group mental skills support and education, while working closely with coaches and the wider Academy & Pathway multidisciplinary team to support the psychological and psychosocial development of players and parents within the Pathway programme.
This is a contractor position offering the opportunity to play an important role in supporting player transitions from EPP to Academy and into the professional environment, or out of elite sport, while contributing to player case formulations and Individual Development Plans (IDPs). You will work alongside the men's and women's WCCC Lead Psychologists, CAG, EPP and Academy coaches, providing support across the winter training programme and into the summer, including occasional match-play observation and Academy and EPP training sessions.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master's in Sport and/or Exercise Psychology
- HCPC registration or evidence of being on a recognised route with regular supervision
- BPS or BASES accreditation (or currently undertaking the relevant route)
- Experience of working with young adolescents in a sporting environment
- Strong applied psychological coaching and relationship-building skills
For further information about the role, including detailed responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the Job Description.
Why Join Us
Joining us means becoming part of a dedicated cricket community where enthusiasm, teamwork, and a shared drive for success are at the core of what we do.
We offer an opportunity to:
- Engaging Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, working alongside coaches, players and performance staff who are dedicated to developing the next generation of talent.
- Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world-class facility that hosts some of the most exciting cricket and live events.
- Professional Collaboration: Work alongside experienced Performance Team colleagues and WCCC Lead Psychologists, contributing to a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to player development.
- Make an Impact: Play a meaningful role in the psychological, wellbeing and performance development of young cricketers as they progress through the Pathway.
- Team Spirit: Become part of a team that celebrates success, supports one another and is committed to developing future Warwickshire and professional cricketers.
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Ready to take the plunge into an exciting career with WCCC? Complete the application form by Friday 16 October 2026. If you have any difficulties accessing the form, need it in a different format, or require specific adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@edgbaston.com.
Right to Work in the UK Statement
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire Cricket are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Disability Confident Committed
Warwickshire Cricket are proud to be a Disability Confident committed employer, dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, we guarantee that any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for a vacancy will be offered an interview.
Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy Statement
We will ensure that all existing and potential workers receive equal consideration, and are committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age.
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It is the intention of Warwickshire Cricket that its workforce, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City's population. To achieve this Warwickshire Cricket will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment. Please note that any personal data, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) information, will be anonymised and not reviewed during the shortlisting process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection.
Safeguarding Statement
Warwickshire Cricket is proud to be at the forefront of safeguarding in cricket. Our commitment extends beyond the cricket field, emphasising the importance of fostering an atmosphere of trust, respect, and protection. Through continuous training, awareness programmes, and the implementation of best practices, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered. We understand the responsibility that comes with engaging with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we remain vigilant in upholding the highest standards of safeguarding in all facets of our operations. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role.
Safer Recruitment Statement
Warwickshire Cricket are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.
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