Casual PhysiotherapistBurnley FC

Job Title: Casual Physiotherapist

Department: Football Development

Location: Nelson & Colne College, Scotland Road, BB9 7YT & Prairie Sports Village, Windemere Avenue, BB10 2FU and possible surrounding areas in Burnley/Pendle

Contract Type: Casual/Zero Hours

Working Pattern: 7 hours per week (Mon, Weds, Thurs)

Closing Date: Friday, 31st July 2026

Salary: £20 per hour

The Role

The Physio/Sports Therapist supports the organisation and implementation of treatment and rehabilitation programmes and protocols for players on a range of Football Development projects. This role includes but is not limited to providing support during pre-match preparation, pitch side (including on field assessments), post-match and any associated reporting/administration.

The Physio/Sports Therapist predominantly supports the Football & Education Programme at Nelson & Colne College during the day, 3 times a week (Monday’s, Wednesday’s & Thursday’s), under the direction of the Football Development Officer. They may support the Post 16 Girls Academy squads and a range of other Football Development projects under the direction of the Female Football Development Officer and Football Development Officer as necessary.

Roles and Responsibilities

Treatment & Rehabilitation

• Provide evidenced based treatment & rehabilitation of injured players on the FEP, P16G and potentially other FD projects.
• Provide effective assessment and appropriate treatment interventions for all players, and providing support for diagnosis and treatment plans.

Match Day Support

• Provide support on a range of Football Development match days/fixtures.

Injury Records & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of injuries and medical interventions to include injury reporting form, remedies and treatment plans.

General

• To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.
• To be able to work on during the day on Monday’s, Wednesday’s & Thursday’s, as well as flexible hours where the role of the job requires.
• To work towards agreed objectives.
• Comply with all Charity policies.
• Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.
• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.
• Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.
• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.
• Always demonstrate the Charity’s values.

This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties and is not exhaustive. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy or near completion.
• HCPC membership.
• CSP membership.
• FST membership.
• Medical indemnity.
• A full UK driving license.
• Previous experience of working with sports people.
• The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A flexible attitude towards working hours and availability on weekends and evenings when needed.
• A friendly, positive ‘can do’ and courteous attitude.