Academy Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator

Barnsley Football Club; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Academy Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing essential pitch-side first aid and trauma management during academy training and fixtures. The successful candidate will work closely with the Lead Sports Therapist and Academy Physiotherapist, ensuring the wellbeing of young athletes. With flexible working hours and the opportunity to travel to various fixtures, this position is perfect for someone passionate about sports therapy and eager to make a difference in the lives of aspiring athletes. Join a forward-thinking organization that values dedication and excellence.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC, CSP, SST, or BASRaT.
• First aid qualifications equivalent to ITMMiF or intention to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide pitch-side first aid and trauma management during training and fixtures.
• Assist medical staff and liaise with coaches regarding player wellbeing.

Skills

Emergency Pitch-side First Aid

Injury Diagnosis and Treatment

Early Injury Rehabilitation

Communication with Coaches

Teamwork

Education

BSc Physiotherapy

BSc Sports Therapy

BSc Sports Rehabilitation

Tools

PMA Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and hardworking individual to join Cheltenham Town FC as an Academy Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator. Please see the attached job description and person specification.

Location: Cheltenham Town FC Training Ground, Cheltenham, GL51 9RX

Working Hours: Casual

Working Pattern: Flexible working arrangements/hours. Required to be present at training sessions and fixtures (home and away)

Work base: Cheltenham Town FC Training Ground, Cheltenham, GL51 9RX / All Saints Academy, GL51 0WH / Evesham UTD FC, WR11 2LZ / University of Gloucestershire, GL2 9HW

Required Travel: Regular travel to fixtures, meetings and other events in conjunction with the performance of the duties detailed below.

Overall Purpose of the Job

The successful individual will be responsible for working with academy teams, providing pitch-side first aid/trauma management during academy training and fixtures on evenings. They will report to the Lead Sports Therapist and work under the guidance of our Academy Physiotherapist.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include emergency pitch-side first aid, the diagnosis and treatment of injuries, early injury rehabilitation and management, assisting other medical staff when required, and liaising with coaches regarding the wellbeing of players.

About The Candidate

Person Specifications

Qualifications

• Registered with the HCPC, CSP, SST, or BASRaT
• Completed BSc Physiotherapy, BSc Sports Therapy or BSc Sports Rehabilitation
• First aid qualifications equivalent or higher to ITMMiF or intention to work towards

Required Experience

Experience of working in at least 1 of the following roles:

• Match and Training Sports Therapist experience

Knowledge and/or experience of at least 3 of the following:

• Experience working with children in an elite football club environment
• Experience working in a sporting environment
• Experience in the recognition and management of paediatric musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience in pitch side sports trauma management

ICT experience of PMA, excel, word and any other software as required to carry out the duties required for the job.

Personal Qualities

• Have a flexible attitude to work
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Have a polite and courteous manner
• Be organised and have good time management skills
• The ability to meet stringent deadlines
• Be able to adapt to different and changing situations
• Have the drive and enthusiasm to set high standards and achieve company objectives