Lead Physiotherapist (Boys Academy)

In order to deliver our ambitious plans for nurturing, encouraging and developing talent at this level we
have an exciting opportunity for a Physiotherapist to join and lead the physiotherapy services for the
Academy Sport Science and Medical Department.

2. The Role
We are seeking a self-motivated, forward-thinking and proactive individual to join the team.

In this role, you will co-ordinate the physiotherapy provision within the Academy and be responsible for
the development and delivery of all aspects of physiotherapy services to the U21 squad. You will play a
pivotal role in contributing towards the Academy Medical and Sport Science Department's vision of
optimising player health, availability and performance utilising a multidisciplinary evidence-based
physiotherapy provision.

Working at our Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, you will implement effective assessment, treatment
and rehabilitation of injured players and adopt a proactive approach to injury prevention, delivering
individualised and group athletic development sessions.

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


• MSc in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)


• Membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and registration with the Health

and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF) qualification


You must have demonstratable experience in providing a high-quality physiotherapy provision to elite
athletes in a full-time capacity within a professional sporting environment (Professional Development
Phase).

You will have a thorough understanding of applied anatomy and be proficient in assessing and
rehabilitating complex sports injuries, including knowledge of growth and maturation, injury prevention,
athletic development whilst utilising excellent clinical reasoning and reflective skills.

You must be able to work in a pressurised team environment with previous demonstratable experience
of working within Interdisciplinary and Multi-Disciplinary Teams.

Knowledge of the Elite Player Performance Plan (Category 1 Academy), demonstratable experience of
mentoring junior practitioners, in addition to awareness of the requirements of a Professional
Development Phase environment would be desirable.

Our Boys Academy Department has been awarded the prestigious category one status accolade
demonstrating that we provide the highest level of quality coaching, education, training and facilities for
our youth football provisions.