PDP Physiotherapist (FTC)

Barnsley Football Club; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol City Football Club is seeking a Physiotherapist to support the academy medical team, delivering best practice care to U21/U18 players and assisting U9–U16 programs. You will work closely with MDT and support injury rehabilitation with data-driven planning.

The role requires HCPC registration, a relevant degree, and post-graduate experience in football medicine. DBS and safeguarding are noted, with a commitment to equality and professional development.

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC / CSP registration.
• ATMMIF / PHICIS L3 or equivalent pitch side trauma qualification.
• 2-3 years of post-graduate experience.
• Experience working in a medical role within professional football / team sport.
• Understanding of the EPPP.
• Computer/data literacy, including experience using Excel and VALD systems.
• Experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries commonly experienced in academy football.
• Experience working collaboratively within an MDT.
• Experience of working with young athletes.
• Experience of long-term athlete development.
• Experience of using Kitman Labs system.
• Ability to start immediately or with short-notice period.

Responsibilities

• Evidence based assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation primarily for U21 & U18 academy players, while supporting U9–U16 programmes as required.
• Provide appropriate medical cover for academy training sessions and fixtures as directed by Head of Academy Medical.
• Contribute to age-appropriate medical screening compliance.
• Supervise and support medical provision for U9–U16 players transitioning to professional development.
• Collaborate with sport science, strength & conditioning, and coaching to optimize player outcomes.
• Use player data to reflect injuries and plan rehabilitation and training programs.
• Attend external player medical consultations as required.
• Comply with WADA, FA anti-doping and Whereabouts regulations including weekly Reserve Team schedule.
• Accurately record injuries in Kitman Labs and document treatments.
• Assist in developing and stress testing emergency action plans for venues.
• Keep knowledge up-to-date on youth development and EPPP rules.

Skills

2-3 years post-graduate experience

MDT collaboration

Data literacy

Youth athlete development

Start immediately

Education

BSc / MSc in Physiotherapy

HCPC / CSP registration

ATMMIF / PHICIS L3 or equivalent pitch side trauma

Tools

Kitman Labs

VALD systems

Excel

Job description

To play football at the highest level. Bristol City is a widely respected institution within English football, defined by its stability, rich heritage, and a proven track record of elite player development. Looking ahead, we aren’t simply aiming for a place in the top flight; we are committed to being "Premier League Ready" in every sense. This means building the sporting, commercial and operational foundations necessary to compete at the highest level and sustain that status over the long term. When we achieve our goal of playing in the Premier League for the first time, it will be transformative not just for the club, but for the city of Bristol itself.

Job Purpose

To play a key role in the efficient and effective functioning of the medical support services provided to the academy squad and support the performance ambitions of the club by delivering best practice sports therapy and professional care to players.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Evidence based assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation primarily for U21 & U18 academy players, whilst supporting as required the U9 - U16 programmes where required.
• Providing appropriate medical cover for all academy age group training sessions and fixtures as directed by Head of Academy Medical.
• Contribute to organisation and compliance with age-appropriate medical screening.
• Work closely with the Academy Physiotherapists / Sports Therapists to supervise and support the medical provision and transition of U9 - U16 players into the professional development phase.
• Work collaboratively with sport science, strength & conditioning and coaching to optimise the player’s physical and football outcomes.
• Utilise and incorporate player data to reflect upon injury occurrences and support planning of rehabilitation and training programmes. Actively contribute to player Individual Learning Plans.
• Attend external player medical consultations as required.
• Compliance with WADA, FA anti-doping and Whereabouts regulations including weekly "Reserve Team" training schedule.
• Accurate recording of injuries on Kitman Labs and documentation of all treatment / rehabilitation provided in accordance with medical minimum standards
• Assist in the development, review and stress testing of emergency action plans for all training and home fixture venues.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of youth development and EPPP rules relating to Performance Support and meet Safe to Operate and Compliance Standards.
• Actively contribute to the club’s CPD programme and apply contemporary research where possible to support treatment outcomes and programme development.

About The Candidate

Skills and Experience

• BSc / MSc in Physiotherapy
• HCPC / CSP registration
• ATMMIF / PHICIS L3 or equivalent pitch side trauma qualification
• 2-3 years of post-graduate experience.
• Experience working in a medical role within professional football / team sport.
• Understanding of the EPPP.
• Computer/data literacy, including experience using excel and VALD systems
• Experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of injuries commonly experienced in academy football
• Experience working collaboratively within an MDT
• Experience of working with young athletes
• Experience of long-term athlete development
• Experience of using Kitman Labs system
• Ability to start immediately or with short-notice period

About The Club

Note: Due to the nature of the role, any job offer is dependent on a DBS check. All information will be kept by the Safeguarding Officer in strictest confidence.

Safeguarding Statement:

Bristol City Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment.

Equality Statement:

The successful candidate must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.