U21's Sports Therapist

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

Job summary

Birmingham City FC seeks a passionate Sports Therapist to enhance player performance and recovery. As part of the medical team, you'll provide injury prevention, rehabilitation, and pitch-side care. The role involves collaboration with coaches and requires weekend work. Join us to support elite athletes in a dynamic environment!

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite Parking

Life Assurance

Complimentary matchday tickets

20% discount at the Club Shop

Qualifications

• Essential: BSc in Sports Therapy or related field.
• Membership of BASRaT and/or Society of Sports Therapists required.

Responsibilities

• Provide injury prevention and pitch-side emergency care.
• Deliver high-level clinical assessments and treatments.
• Collaborate with coaching and medical staff for player care.

Skills

Injury Prevention

Rehabilitation

Clinical Assessment

Diagnosis

Collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) Degree in Sports Therapy

Job description

Are you passionate about elite sports performance and injury rehabilitation? Birmingham City FC is looking for a Sports Therapist to join our multidisciplinary medical team to work with the U21's team and others when required.

As a vital member of our club's medical department, you’ll play a key role in delivering outstanding injury prevention, rehabilitation, and pitch-side care to our players throughout the season, pre-season, and off-season. You’ll be working closely with coaches, medical professionals, and players to ensure peak performance and recovery.

Please note, this role requires weekend working to follow the football schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, and pitch-side emergency care to players across all competitive and training activities.
• Deliver high-level clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatments of musculoskeletal issues.
• Maintain comprehensive, confidential medical records in line with professional standards.
• Collaborate with coaching, medical, and support staff to ensure integrated player care.
• Support and contribute to the development of the team’s Mental Health Pathway.
• Supervise casual clinicians and ensure continuity of care across all age groups.
• Ensure compliance with all Club policies, Health and Safety, and data protection regulations

About The Candidate

What are we looking for from you?

• BSc (Hons) Degree in Sports Therapy or a related field. (Essential)
• ITMMIF qualification (Or working towards)
• Membership of BASRaT and/or Society of Sports Therapists. (Essential)
• Valid medical indemnity insurance to treat/advice WSL & WC players. (Essential)
• Valid DBS once starting the role

About The Club

What can we offer you?

• Auto-enrollment into the Company’s Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme through Help@Hands, which offers a wide range of services and support through dedicated professionals, including virtual GP appointments within 24 hours, unlimited mental health support and counselling sessions, a 24/7 helpline, and access to savings and discounts. This can also be used by immediate family.
• Free onsite Parking.
• Life Assurance with cover of two times your basic annual salary.
• Complimentary matchday tickets to Men's and Women's games.
• Access to Employee Assistance Scheme from commencement.
• 20% discount at the Club Shop.

Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process.

Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances.We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.