Academy Sports Therapist

Job Role: Academy Sports Therapist
Contract Type: Zero-hours, Casual
Working Pattern: Flexible; includes evenings and weekends as required
Location: Poolfoot Farm
Laptop Provided

Reporting to:
Academy Manager, Academy Head of Medical

To assist and support the Physiotherapy team in the planning, delivery and management of high-quality medical provision for all Academy players.

• Work alongside the Academy Physiotherapist to plan, deliver and support the medical provision for all Academy age groups.
• Support the Medical Department in line with Club policy and EPPP guidelines.
• Oversee the daily treatment and rehabilitation of Academy players (U9–U21).
• Undertake regular CPD and training relevant to the role, contributing to the ongoing development of the Medical Department.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in line with CSP and HCPC standards.
• Manage and update the PMA for injuries and performance markers during rehabilitation.
• Contribute to ongoing and player education.
• Provide pitch-side emergency first aid cover for training sessions and matches.
• Deliver a holistic approach to injury management, including appropriate referral to sport psychology.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support the development and wellbeing of young players.
• Assist Academy Physiotherapists and the First Team Physiotherapist with U21s and First Team squads when required.
• Provide support to the First Team Physiotherapist for training and matchdays as needed.
• Support the delivery of medical provision for Academy external partners where possible.

• BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy.
• Full and current registration/membership with CSP and HCPC.
• Current ATMIFF qualification, or working towards.
• Experience working as a Sports Therapist within an elite sporting environment.

• MSc, or working towards.
• Experience working within an Academy under EPPP regulations.
• Understanding of age-appropriate medical provision.
• Knowledge of elite-level medical and performance requirements.
• Strong IT skills, including experience using the PMA.

• Confident communicator with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Dynamic, enthusiastic and ambitious.
• Strong decision-maker who maintains high professional standards.
• Committed to achieving agreed objectives.
• Flexible, willing to learn, and open to continuous development.

Applicants must have a flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and matchdays.
A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle required.