Do you want to be a part of the new Wigan Athletic?

Wigan Athletic Football Club is looking to recruit a number of Sports Therapists/Rehabilitators to contribute to the match day provision of medical services throughout the Academy age groups. This role will involve pre-match player preparations, pitch side first aid and post-match athlete care.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine and be predominately based at Stadium Way Training Facility.

Working hours: Varied, including Evenings and Weekends

Contract type: Casual

You Will:

• Provide pitch side first aid cover at designated weekend academy fixtures.


• Provide pitch side cover at academy coaching sessions


• Carry out on pitch and pitch side assessments and deliver appropriate treatment to injured players.


• Liaise with the Academy coaching team and Academy medical staff regarding the medical status of Academy players and any injuries sustained during games.


• Liaise with Parents to pass on any relevant medical information concerning athletes under your care.


• Communicate effectively with all team members regarding squad availability, injury status and rehabilitation progress.


• Report back to the Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine regarding assessments and treatment provided.

The successful candidate will:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Sports Rehabilitation


• Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMiF) qualification.


• Full clean driving license


• Previous experience working in a sports environment.


• Experience of a range of Musculoskeletal conditions related to young athletes.


• Previous experience of implementing rehabilitation programmes concerning injured athletes.


• Experience providing pitch side Emergency First aid.


• Have excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills with other department members and coaching staff.


• Willing to work flexible and unsocial hours including evenings and weekends.


• Experience of working with young athletes, preferably in professional football.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be aged over 18 years.

The role will require an enhanced DBS

Here at Wigan Athletic we are on an exciting journey. If you would like to be part of our journey and have a passion for our football club then we want to hear from you. We offer:

• 25 days annual leave [pro rata]


• X2 complimentary tickets to all home league fixtures


• Career development opportunities


• Free onsite parking


• BrightHR ‘savings and money-off’ offers for employees


• Wigan Athletic Club shop discount