British Rowing – Medical and Technical Classifiers
Are you passionate about rowing and looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact on the sport? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Medical and Technical Classifiers to support the classification process for Para and adaptive rowing.
A bit about the role
As a classifier, you will play a vital role in ensuring as fair as possible competition within para and adaptive rowing, by assessing athletes’ eligibility and assigning them to the appropriate sport class. Your skills help create opportunities for athletes to reach their full potential and will directly contribute to the growth of the adaptive and para rowing communities.
What you’ll be doing
- Assess athletes according to British Rowing classification rules and standards. (Classifiers would likely be asked to attend and assess at least one date per year, which usually falls on a weekend or Monday).
- Work collaboratively within a classification panel to determine an athlete’s sport class using set procedures.
- Attend ad hoc classification workshops, training sessions, and rowing events as required.
- Uphold the integrity and fairness of the classification system within Para and adaptive rowing.
A bit about you
Medical Classifiers: Qualified healthcare professionals, including physiotherapists, doctors, osteopaths, orthotists, orthopaedists, and potentially also occupational therapists, with an interest in rowing and disability sport.
Technical Classifiers: Individuals with a strong background in rowing, such as experienced rowing coaches with relevant qualifications (wider coaching qualifications considered with rowing exposure), especially those with experience working with adaptive rowers and/or athletes with disabilities and impairments.
Benefits of becoming a Classifier
- A unique opportunity to be involved in Para rowing at a national level.
- Professional development and training in classification.
- The chance to contribute to an inclusive and growing aspect of the sport.
- Further remuneration to be discussed on application.
If you are interested in becoming a Medical or Technical Classifier, we would love to hear from you!
A bit about us
British Rowing is the governing body for the sport of rowing, both indoor rowing and rowing on water. We are committed to ensuring that the sport continues to thrive from the grassroots right up to winning medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are responsible for participation and the development of rowing and indoor rowing in England and for the training and selection of individual rowers and crews representing Great Britain.
British Rowing is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a culture where everyone feels welcomed, supported and like they belong. We understand that a diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger and we are continuously working to create an inclusive workplace environment. Therefore, we are proud to encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Get your application in
Please submit your CV (an outline of relevant qualifications and experience will suffice), and a short summary demonstrating your relevant experience and interest in the role. Please make it clear whether you are applying to be a Medical or Technical Classifier, or both, and note the geographical area you are based in or parts of the country you are willing to travel to.
Applications to be sent to the Classification Team at [email protected]. We’re going to close applications on 7 April but, if you like the sound of the role, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidates.
Contract Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Salary: Remuneration to be discussed on application
Type: Approximately 1-2 days a year
Application Dates: From Monday 10th March 2025 to Monday 7th April 2025
