Job title: Academy Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist
Employer: Cardiff City Football Club
Location: Cardiff City Academy, Mendip Road, Llanrumney, Cardiff
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive and dependant on experience
• Auto-enrolment into the Club’s pension scheme (depending on eligibility)
• Club discounts and offers
• 20 days annual leave entitlement per annum
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week on a flexible basis
(This role will include predominantly evening and weekend working)
Department: Academy
Reporting to: Academy Manager
Head of Academy Medical

Job purpose
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated physiotherapist to work within a FT football academy environment, supporting the physical development, rehabilitation, and wellbeing of young athletes, primarily between the ages of 9-16yrs. This role will work as part of an established and experienced MDT with opportunities to grow and develop naturally associated as a result.


Main duties
• Lead and co-ordinate the medical provision for U9s to U16s
• Assist the delivery of therapy provision for the U18s and U21s when required
• Support the pool of Consultancy staff to ensure the effective provision of therapy/medical services throughout the wider Academy as required
• Lead rehabilitation clinics for injured Academy players (U9s to U16s)
• As part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) contribute to the development, organisation and implementation of treatment, rehabilitation, injury prevention and performance enhancement plans for all academy players
• Collaborate as part of an MDT to provide continual evaluation of individual development plans, reviewing and amending in line with the 6-week review process
• Support a holistic approach to player development
• Where directed by the Head of Academy Medical provide pitch side immediate care at training and matches throughout the programme. This will include match days (home & away).
• Accompany players to any emergency medical treatment that may be required post training or games, and to accompany players to any planned consultant appointments
• Using Kit Man Labs, keep accurate medical records in accordance with standards set by HCPC and ensure that all data is stored and shared in accordance with GDPR
• To be responsible for completing a thorough audit process including 6 weekly and end of coaching phase audits. Use this information to reflect, track and monitor trends to provide interventions to improve player availability and feedback to MDT
• Compile weekly health status updates for the u9s to U16s squads and disseminate this information to the Academy MDT
• Assist the Head of Academy Medical with the co-ordination of mandatory medical screening programmes
• Ensure that all medical equipment is in full working order and is at the appropriate venues
• Ensure that the medical rooms at all venues are clean/tidy and comply with all Health and Safety regulations
• Influence decision making and enhance the program by maintaining regular communication with the Coaching staff, Head of Academy Medical, Academy Doctor, Academy Medical Department, Sports Science Department
• Communicate effectively with players and parents regarding injury status and the rehabilitation process
• To help organise and deliver CPD/medical/health education programmes for players, coaches and medical staff
• To be responsible for delivering evidence-based practice by remaining current with research and innovative technologies
• To be responsible for planning and undertaking personal CPD activities as appropriate to meet the demands of the role and the HCPC
• With honesty and commitment, you will actively participate in the process of performance appraisals and agreeing your professional development plan with the Head of Academy Medical
• Attend all meetings, briefings, courses, in-service training days and seminars as required by the club and EPPP regulations
• Adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to Cardiff City Football Club and its operation
• Ensure compliance with Cardiff City Football Club’s Safeguarding (Child Protection), Health and Safety and Equal Opportunity procedures and practice
• Uphold the Club’s Vision and Values
• Any other task deemed relevant and appropriate by the Head of Medical/Academy Manager or Head of Academy Performance


Person Specification
Essential Desirable
Qualifications - BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy/Sports Rehab/Sports Therapy

- ITMMiF Qualification or equivalent

- A member of the CSP or equivalent membership board

- HCPC registration if Chartered. MSc Degree in Physiotherapy/Sports Rehab/Sports Therapy

ATMMiF
(Depending on timing and course availability, this may be completed in post)
Experience - Newly qualified practitioners welcome -Experience and knowledge of the football environment
- Previous experience working in a sporting environment

-Experience working with Sports Science/GPS systems/technology
Knowledge -Organised in planning,
preparation and execution of
advanced treatment and rehabilitation programs

-Demonstrable competency in administration, analysis, and evaluation

- Ability to deliver information to players and staff through a
variety of means on and off the field - Ability to work and utilise relevant technology (GPS, Force Plates, etc)

- Functional IT skills in relevant
software (Microsoft Office,
FiP, GPS Software)

Skills -Adaptability to be effective in a dynamic, fast-paced
environment

-Strong communication skills in a variety of settings

-Ability to work as part of a
broader multidisciplinary team

- Open-minded approach to
adopting best-practice and
current evidence-based approaches
-Self-awareness and
reflective skills as part of a
professional development
process


Attitude -Passionate and hard working

-Proactive ‘can-do’ approach to work and those around them and someone who buys into our WEnotME ethos.

-Self-motivated within a team
and capable of motivating
those around them