Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist (Casual)
Closing Date : 17 November 2026
Your main responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to the following:
- To ensure that academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries.
- To provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions and games which you attend.
- To provide medical cover at all festivals, tournaments, and International Tournaments.
- To monitor, maintain and update your relevant medical qualifications and registrations. Will meet annually with the Academy Head of Performance to communicate and ensure current qualifications meet the necessary requirements of the relevant governing bodies.
- To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant staff of the progress of players under your care, in particular the Lead 9-16s Physiotherapist, Assistant 9-16s Therapist, Head of Sports Science and Medicine, Senior Academy Physiotherapist the Academy Manager, and the relevant Coaching Staff.
- 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 familiarise 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 practising within the guidelines set by the Safeguarding Officer. To communicate with the Head of Science & Medicine, Lead 9-16s Physiotherapist and 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. Medical records are completed on the Performance Management Application (PMA).
- To liaise with parents as and when necessary to provide them with the relevant information
- To assist with the PDP caseload when required.
- To liaise with the Academy Doctor when necessary.
- To adhere to club polices with particular emphasis to safeguarding children and equity.
- To support when required the Academy Screening and Testing program alongside the delivery of rehabilitation programs.
Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist (Casual) West Bromwich Albion Closing Date : 17 November 2026 Salary: Location: West Bromwich, United Kingdom employer: Sportsmith
The UK Sports Institute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Bath where you can make a significant impact on the health and performance of athletes across Olympic and Paralympic sports. With a strong emphasis on professional development, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in sports medicine, we provide our employees with unique opportunities to grow and thrive in their careers while contributing to the success of the UK's sporting future.
