Academy Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist (Casual Part-Time) in Coventry

Coventry City Football Club is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation with a proud heritage and a clear vision for the future. We are growing both on and off the pitch, investing in our people, our facilities, and our community. Joining us means being part of a progressive club where every role contributes to success, innovation is encouraged, and excellence is recognised. We offer the unique opportunity to work in a high-performance sporting environment while being part of a supportive, values-driven team that is shaping the next chapter of our journey. At Coventry City, you won’t just be working for a football club, you’ll be part of a movement.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Academy Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist (Casual Part-Time) to join our dynamic Academy Performance Support team predominantly on weekday evenings and weekends. Reporting to and working alongside the Head of Academy Performance Support, the successful candidate will:

• Be part of an age-groups multidisciplinary team for fixtures with the responsibilities of providing pitch-side emergency first aid cover and aid in the squads pre-game warmup/activation both home and away, focusing on evidence-based assessment and treatment (within scope of practice) of injured academy players, including appropriate referral to primary care where necessary.
• Provide pitch-side emergency first aid (within scope of practice) for registered players in academy training sessions focusing on evidence-based assessment and treatment of injuries, including appropriate referral to primary care where necessary.
• Assist in injury clinics focusing on evidence-based assessment and treatment of injured academy players and delivering programmes written in conjunction with full time staff, modifying when necessary.
• When travelling on club transport be the medical lead for any incidence that would require professional medical intervention.
• Ensure all medical records, clinical notes and paper documentation are maintained and stored on the FIP system, in line with governing body guidelines at all times within 24 hours.
• Understand and disseminate the Academy’s Emergency Action Plan (EAP) to visiting teams and operate in accordance with the EAP when working at the Alan Higgs Centre. When travelling away be aware of the sites EAP.
• Work collaboratively with the wider academy multidisciplinary team, contributing towards an integrated approach to deliver provisions for academy players.
• Liaise appropriately with parents/guardians, coaches, medical and performance staff regarding new or existing injuries sustained on training/match day, sign posting them to the Academy Physiotherapy Appointment booking process.
• Maintain all mandatory qualifications, certifications and training required for the role, in line with current EPPP guidelines and Club requirements. This includes, as a minimum, ITMMiF, FA Safeguarding, Club Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Health and Safety training, alongside any qualifications, registrations or ongoing professional development requirements set by the relevant professional governing body.
• Participate in a biannual appraisal process, setting appropriate goals based on your individual personal development plan and feedback from Head of Performance Support.
• Engage in appropriate personal CPD and attend, with appropriate contributions the continued professional development program within the Academy Medical department, including any mandatory training delivered by Coventry City Academy at their request of the Academy Manager.
• Promote the Academy Values and uphold the staff, player and parent code of conduct.
• Any other reasonable tasks as required by your line manager or the Academy Manager.

Essential Requirements

• Hold a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Hold current professional registration with the appropriate governing body for your profession, including HCPC and/or CSP registration for Physiotherapists, or SST/BASRaT registration where applicable.
• Demonstrable experience of providing pitch-side medical cover within a sporting environment.
• Previous clinical experience within a musculoskeletal setting, with an understanding of contemporary approaches to injury assessment, management and rehabilitation.
• Experience of developing and delivering functional rehabilitation programmes as part of a structured return-to-training and return-to-play process.

Desirable Requirements

• Hold a current ITMMiF qualification or equivalent/higher recognised pitch-side qualification.
• Previous experience working within an academy or youth football environment.
• Experience of working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Our Club is committed to maintaining safer recruitment practices. An enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coventry City FC proudly champions equal opportunity! We believe in fairness for all, ensuring our recruitment and selection practices respect every individual's unique background. We warmly invite applicants from every background, celebrating diversity in race, nationality, religion, gender, age, and ability.

Successful candidates will be contacted and invited to interview on an ongoing basis. Up to four candidates may be appointed to casual contracts, and this advert will close once sufficient suitable candidates have been appointed.

Join the Sky Blue Army – shaping the future of Coventry City FC on and off the pitch.