Casual Academy Physiotherapist

Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackburn Rovers is looking for a Casual Academy Physiotherapist to provide medical cover for its Academy. The role reports to the Academy Senior Physiotherapist and works under the Head of Sports Science and Medicine, delivering medical provision during matches and clinics.

Hours are offered as required, mainly at weekends and on midweek evenings. Responsibilities include establishing medical cover for games and training, assessing and treating Academy players, aiding with fitness testing, and

Qualifications

• ITMMiF qualification essential.
• Knowledge of working in an elite sporting environment.
• Safeguarding and welfare awareness.
• Good written and verbal communication and IT skills.
• The ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical cover for games and training.
• Assess, diagnose and treat Academy players.
• Assist with fitness and anthropometric testing.
• Maintain up-to-date medical records.
• Liaise with stakeholders involved in players' medical care.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all players.

Skills

ITMMiF qualification

Elite sport environment

Welfare awareness

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Job description

Blackburn Rovers is looking for a Casual Academy Physiotherapist to provide medical cover for its Academy.

The Role

Reporting to the Academy Senior Physiotherapist and working under the direction of the Head of Sports Science and Medicine, you will provide medical provision during matches and clinics. Hours are offered as and when required, mainly at weekends and on midweek evenings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical cover for games and training
• Assess, diagnose and treat Academy players
• Assist with fitness and anthropometric testing
• Maintain up-to-date medical records
• Liaise with stakeholders involved in players' medical care
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all players

About You

• ITMMiF qualification (essential)
• Knowledge of working in an elite sporting environment
• Safeguarding and welfare awareness
• Good written and verbal communication and IT skills
• The ability to handle confidential information

Key Details

• Location: BRFC Academy, Brockhall Village, Old Langho, Blackburn BB6 8BA
• Contract: Casual (weekends and midweek evenings)
• Closing date: 20 November 2026