Senior Physiotherapist (Boys Academy)

Department: Football Division – Boys Academy Medical and Sport Science Department

Hours of Work: Full-time (with flexibility to work during evenings and weekends, including matchdays)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience

Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground

Closing Date: Sunday 13 July 2025

1. The Department

Our Boys Academy Department is proud to have achieved the prestigious Category One Academy status which reflects our commitment to delivering excellence across all areas of youth football including coaching, education, training, and facilities. We are dedicated to supporting and nurturing the next generation of elite footballers, as demonstrated in our memorable treble-winning 2024/25 season for our U18s as we topped the Under-18 Premier League Southern section table, the Under-18 Premier League national title and we lifted the prestigious FA Youth Cup.

As we continue to build on this success, we are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and skilled Physiotherapist to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will assist in the delivery of the physiotherapy provision within our Academy’s Sport Science and Medical Department, playing a vital part in nurturing, encouraging, and supporting the next generation of elite players.

2. The Role

As the Senior Physiotherapist, you will assist in coordinating and delivering top-tier physiotherapy services to our Professional Development Phase (PDP) squads, with a primary focus on the U18s squad. Your expertise will be key to shaping a cutting-edge, evidence-based approach to player health, availability, and performance, working collaboratively within our multidisciplinary Academy Medical and Sport Science Department.

Based at our world-class Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, you’ll play a fundamental role in assessing, treating, and rehabilitating injured players, while championing a proactive approach to injury prevention. By designing and delivering tailored individual and group athletic development programs, you will help our players reach their full potential and thrive in a high-performance environment.

For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile.

3. The Person

To be considered for this role, you will need to hold the following qualifications:

* BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy (minimum 2:1)

* Membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

* Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

* Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

To excel in this role, you will bring proven experience in working with elite youth athletes in a full-time capacity within a professional sporting environment, specifically at the Professional Development Phase.

Your expertise will include a detailed understanding of applied anatomy, alongside proficiency in assessing and rehabilitating complex sports injuries merging the science with the art of rehabilitation. You will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in areas such as growth and maturation, injury prevention, and athletic development, all supported by outstanding clinical reasoning skills.

We are seeking a team player who thrives in high-pressure environments and has significant experience working collaboratively within Interdisciplinary and Multi-Disciplinary Teams.

4. Why join us?

There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club.Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you\’ll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you\’ll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.

As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.

As part of your application, you will be asked to:

1. Upload your CV

2. Answer the following question (s):

a) Please outline how your relevant experience aligns with the role profile (400 words maximum)

Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early

The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.

Equality Statement

Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and fully support The FAs Football Leadership Diversity Code.

We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.

Safeguarding Statement

Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC – Safeguarding

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