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Lead of Performance Medicine - CFCW
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Lead of Performance Medicine - CFCW
Lead of Performance Medicine – Chelsea FC Women
About the Role
JOB TITLE: Lead of Performance Medicine
LOCATION: Cobham Training Ground
CONTRACT: Permanent, 6 days per week
Shape the Future of Performance Medicine in Elite Women’s Football
Chelsea FC Women are seeking an exceptional Lead of Performance Medicine to play a pivotal role in supporting one of the world’s leading women’s football teams.
Based at Cobham Training Ground, you will lead the medical care of our Women’s First Team squad, working at the heart of a multidisciplinary performance environment alongside coaches, sports scientists, therapists, nutritionists, and performance specialists. This is a unique opportunity to influence player health, availability, and performance at the highest level of the game while helping to shape the future of football medicine across Chelsea FC.
We’re looking for a highly experienced and collaborative physician who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment and is passionate about delivering innovative, evidence-based medical care that enables players to perform at their best.
Closing date: 30th July We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of all medical services for Chelsea FC Women’s First Team, acting as the primary physician for player illness, injury diagnosis, and ongoing medical management
- Provide expert pitch-side medical cover at training sessions and all First Team fixtures, ensuring the highest standards of player care and emergency response
- Work closely with coaches, performance staff, and senior leadership to support player availability, welfare, and performance while maintaining strict medical confidentiality
- Lead medical screening programmes, including cardiac, concussion, and other health assessments, ensuring compliance with best practice and governing body requirements
- Collaborate with physiotherapists, sports scientists, nutritionists, and performance coaches to develop integrated injury management and return-to-play plans
- Drive informed clinical decision-making by coordinating specialist consultations, second opinions, and treatment pathways — both internally and externally
- Oversee medication management, injection therapies, and diagnostic procedures within scope of practice, ensuring effective governance and record keeping
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with leading medical specialists and healthcare providers across the UK and internationally
- Support anti-doping compliance, player medical administration, pre-signing medicals, and other essential football medicine operations
- Contribute to the ongoing development and innovation of Football Medicine services across Chelsea FC, supporting strategic projects and sharing clinical expertise across the wider club
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Our Expectations
- Embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in your approach to work and interactions with others
- Adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including:
- Health & Safety
- Financial Authorisation
- Confidentiality
- GDPR
- Act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly, in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy, including reporting acts of discrimination appropriately
- Create a safe environment and protect all young people and vulnerable adults you care for, reporting any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
- Report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
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Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Chelsea, we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to ensuring full and fair consideration of all applicants regardless of:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
If you require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter for advice and support.
Additional Requirements
Successfully appointed candidates must complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Where applicable, additional child protection screenings may be required for roles involving vulnerable groups.
Note: This job description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may vary based on the changing needs of the Club.
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