BURTON ALBION FC Casual Academy Sports Therapists

Reporting into the Academy Head of Performance Support;
Casual Sports Therapists will provide medical support and expertise to Academy Players and other Academy Clinical/Medical staff as required.

• Ensure Academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries.
• Provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions/games/festivals/tournaments which you attend
• To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant Academy Clinical and Coaching staff of the progress of players under your care.
• To monitor and reflect upon the practices and treatment you provide to ensure continual professional development.
• To ensure the appropriate medical equipment is present at all training sessions and games you are covering.
• To check equipment regularly and ask for training if you are unfamiliar with the equipment.
• To familiarize yourself with the Emergency Action Plan and to ask for training if you are unfamiliar with the EAP.
• To attend relevant safeguarding presentations and ensure you are practicing within the outlined safeguarding processes within the club.
• To communicate with the Academy Head of Performance Support and Designated Safeguarding officer if there are any safeguarding queries or issues.
• To ensure all medical records are maintained and updated accordingly and in line with the relevant bodies’ rules and regulations.
• To liaise with parents as and when necessary to provide them with the relevant updates.
• To assist with the PDP caseload when required.
• To liaise with the Academy Clinical staff when necessary.
• To support when required the Academy Screening and Testing program alongside the delivery of rehabilitation programs.
• Providing accurate GPS reports of team and individual analysis on a daily, weekly basis.
• Ensure the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) is consistently and regularly updated in relation to all Sport Science, S & C, and data requirements.
• Assist with daily workflow to set up training and gym sessions.
• Ensuring individualised, developmental programmes for youth team players to support their individual development.
• Working alongside the pitch session with Sports Science staff and coaches to improve the quality of the session.
• Contribute towards player rehab and performance programmes.
• Assist in nutrition and hydration preparation for the team and individuals.
• Any further duties as required by the Academy Head of Performance Support within a multi-disciplinary approach.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Take care for your own health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions.
• Comply with all elements of the Club’s Health & Safety Policy to help fulfil its legal obligations.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures as set by the Club.
• Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Officer.
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check due to the nature of the work.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, both within the Academy and in the broader context of sport.

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy (or equivalent level of qualification)
• HCPC registered.
• FA Level 4 Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMIF)
• FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMIF)
• A current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop Certificate (or willingness to complete within 1 month of appointment)

  Casual staff will be required to monitor, maintain and update their relevant medical qualifications and registrations. Will meet annually with the Academy Head of Performance Support to communicate and ensure current qualifications meet the necessary requirements of the relevant governing bodies.

  Experience of working with professional football/sports including pitch side/matchdays

• Experience of working within a Football Academy and an…