AFC Bournemouth
The AFC Bournemouth Academy are looking to recruit a physiotherapist/sports therapist for the Under-9s - under-16s squads.
Job title
Academy physiotherapist/sports therapist, U9-16
Contract Type
Full-time (permanent) – salary based on experience
Reports to
Senior Academy sports therapist, head of sports science & medicine, academy manager
Purpose of Role
To be an integrated member of the AFC Bournemouth Academy medical team, providing evidence-based advice, treatment and medical assistance to players in the foundation and youth development phases.
Location
Various (Academy offices, Canford Park Arena, Canford 3G)
Key Dates
Opening – Wednesday 24th February 2021
Closing – Sunday 7th March 2021
1st Interview – 10th-12th March 2021
2nd Interview – Monday 15th March 2021
Role overview
The successful applicant will provide appropriate medical support to all players in the Academy from the under-9s squad up to the under-16s, with a primary focus on the under-15s and 16s age groups.
They will have a close working relationship with other Academy and first team medical staff when expertise is required for complex injury management.
To work within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and liaise effectively with lead coaches, sports
scientists and other MDT staff regarding player availability, injury status and rehabilitation plans.
Ensure all Academy training nights, injury clinics and matches are adequately covered medically.
Perform pre-season medical testing as deemed appropriate for the FP and YDP groups and provide
subsequent injury risk reduction programmes for Academy players.
Assist in the organisation of cardiac screening for all players in compliance with the FA/EFL and be a point of contact for parents/guardians of Academy players regarding any medical queries.
To ensure all Academy players' (FP/YDP) medical records and documentation is kept up to date on
PMA in conjunction with EPPP requirements.
To assist in undertaking injury audits for all FP and YDP players ensuring information is kept in-line
with EPPP guidelines, and feedback findings to MDT.
Accompany Academy players to medical appointments when required and assist with the medical support for the under-18s and under-23s when required.
To carry out any other tasks directed by your line manager and contribute to the Elite Performance CPD programme by participating in the monthly CPDs and joining in with weekly medical team discussions regarding long-term injured players.
Key Relationships
Internal: Head of sport science & medicine, senior Academy sports therapist, Academy rehabilitation
co-ordinator, Academy physiotherapists and sports therapists (including part-time therapists), lead phase coaches and age group coaches, first team doctor and medical staff.
External: players' parents/guardians
Required qualifications
- BSs (Hons) degree in physiotherapy or sports therapy
- A member of the CSP and HCPC or Society of Sports Therapists
- Up to date ITMMiF (Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football) qualification
- A good understanding of long-term athletic development and its implications for the multi-disciplinary
approach across the Elite Player Performance Pathway - Experience of working with elite developing athletes
- Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) portfolio
- Up to date FA Safeguarding Children certificate
- Prior to commencement, an Enhanced DBS will be required
Desired qualifications
- ATMMiF (Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football) or ATMMiF-R
Application
To apply, please email CV and covering letter to [email protected] by Sunday 7th March 2021 at 23:59.
AFC Bournemouth is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that staff and volunteers are able to achieve their full potential. AFC Bournemouth values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).
We particularly encourage applications from women, and individuals from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.
AFC Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. For further information on accessibility within the stadium please click here.
