Girls Emerging Talent Centre (ETC) Physiotherapist

Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) has an exciting opportunity available with our female football talent pathway. CUCF provides high quality participation, health & inclusion, and education programmes to 9,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week. The Emerging Talent Centre is the top tier of the Women’s and Girls Talent pathway at Colchester United, which offers female players the opportunity to train, develop and compete as Colchester United.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Physiotherapist to support with first aid response and our player injury prevention and rehabilitation programme for each age group (U10-U16). Are you qualified and experienced in working within sporting Physiotherapy environments? Do you have a passion for football and player development? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The coach must be available at the below time and able to travel to the venue: Monday End Community and Sports Centre, Colchester (CO2 9BG). Matchdays within School Holidays.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
• Sports Therapist who holds a degree in Sports Therapy
• Full membership of the Society of Sports Therapy
• Adequate indemnity insurance
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football
• FA Safeguarding Children
• Enhanced DBS check willing to complete a CUFC Enhanced DBS Check
• Full Clean UK Driving License
• Previous experience working within sporting physiotherapy environments

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• FA Level 2 Emergency Aid (EFAiF)
• Previous experience working in Female Football environments

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop: Develop positive and effective relationships and partnerships with colleagues, players, parents/guardians on and off the pitch. Develop a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team culture.
• Deliver: Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive, age related, preventive and tailored rehabilitation programmes catering for the needs of female players and ETC physical development curriculum. Support with first aid responses within ETC sessions and matchdays.
• Support: Support coaches with player centred care. Support players with injury prevention and tailored rehabilitation programmes.
• Collaborate: Collaborate with colleagues, players, and parents/guardians to maximise impact in helping players maximise injury prevention and injury recovery.
• Evaluate: Evaluate development of players through feedback and support during the biannual player development reporting process.

All CUCF positions adhere to safeguarding. Colchester United Community Foundation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We aim to create a safe and supportive environment for all, and we expect all employees and volunteers to actively contribute to this commitment. Our safeguarding culture is built upon training, policies, and a shared responsibility for the safety and well-being of those we work with.

In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, as this role involves working with vulnerable groups, all candidates will be required to undergo a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment process. Additional safeguarding training or qualifications may be required for the role.

As part of the recruitment process, successful candidates will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, in compliance with immigration law. In some cases, we may be required to refer concerns about an individual’s suitability to work with vulnerable groups to the appropriate authorities, such as the Disclosure and Barring Service or local safeguarding boards, in line with our safeguarding policies.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Health & Safety: Fully endorse, demonstrate, and carry out the company’s health and safety policy. Comply with all company policies and statutory regulations. Have a full knowledge of procedures for evacuation regarding fire safety.

CUCF Employee Benefits:

• Free staff onsite parking
• Free Staff Macron Uniform
• Opportunities to work alongside the CUFC Academy
• Opportunities to work Colchester United home games
• Access to monthly internal Staff Training (Average 60 hours per year)
• External training opportunities through national partners (Premier League Charitable Fund & EFL in the Community).
• CUFC Club Shop Discount

Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. Closing Date: Friday 6th June 2025 (Please note this may be sooner if a suitable candidate is found). If you would like further details, please contact / (FAO: Niamh Gamble).