U18's Academy Physiotherapist

Forest Green Rovers Football Club we are looking to recruit a full time Physiotherapist to deliver physiotherapy support services in our U18/16’s teams.

You will be a chartered physiotherapist, preferably with experience in sport, ready to support the medical programme within the academy, with support from the senior medical staff, sports science team and club doctor.

Duties to include but not restricted to:-

• To be involved in all medical/health related matters of the Academy players.
• To be responsible for the assessment, treatment and liaison with other medical professionals for the U18/16 Academy players.
• To be responsible for the provision of Medical and Physiotherapy cover on training & match days as appropriate
• Develop and maintain individual Injury Prevention programmes based on comprehensive Screening of all Academy players.
• Assist the S & C Staff in the implementation of the Strength & Conditioning syllabus
• To organise and deliver medical/health education programmes of training for all academy players and parents.
• To be involved in the organisation and conduction of “in-service” medical training for academy coaching and/or medical staff.
• Ensure compliance with all EPPP requirements in relation to medical support services, including full multi-disciplinary engagement & delivery.
• To support the first team medical department in treatment and rehabilitation of all FGR players.

The successful candidate will have the following - 

Essential

• BSc/MSc Physiotherapy
• MCSP/HCPC registered
• Musculoskeletal/Sports injury clinic experience
• Experience in the rehabilitation of sports injuries in line with return to play protocols

• FA Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMiF)
• Experience within a sports performance environment
• Knowledge of adolescent injuries and management.

This role requires a criminal records check (DBS).

You must be available to work weekends and this role will involve travel.

We will consider applicants ideally with 1-2 years’ experience as well as newly qualified physiotherapists.

We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring that all are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.

FGR are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment fully. And as an organisation we are committed to supporting staff development in this area. Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world.

Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We’re on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond. Established in 1889, we’re also one of the oldest football clubs in the world.

That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase. Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought.

As the world’s first vegan football club, doing things differently is a way of life. We’re looking for like-minded people that can help create the future our planet needs.

Let’s change the game.

What's in it for you...

• Healthcare plan, life assurance and generous pension contribution
• Volunteering day
• Hybrid working
• Various company discounts (including shops, days out and events)
• Holiday of 25 days (plus bank holidays) & ability to buy/sell days 
• Cycle to work scheme, car pooling and onsite parking available 

As a valued member of the team you will be supporting the Group Environmental policy and its associated targets to make the Green Britain Group net carbon neutral by 2025

Flexibility statement 

The fast moving nature of the company's business means that from time to time you may be asked to perform duties or tasks outside of your original job description on an ad hoc basis. This allows the company to use it's people in the best possible way at all times and helps the employees to make make their contribution in a changing environment.