Senior Academy PhysiotherapistLeeds United

ROLE SUMMARY
The Senior Academy Physiotherapist (U21) is responsible for delivering and developing the Academy Physiotherapy Programme to ensure a first-class player experience for players in the Under 21 age group and supporting the delivery of the Academy Physiotherapy Programme across the academy

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Implement the Academy Physiotherapy Programme.
• Liaise with the Head of Academy Medical on a day-to-day basis on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of players.
• Design and implementation of individualised rehabilitation programmes and return to fitness protocols for all players in the Under 21 age group.
• Provide match day cover for U21 games and other games as required.
• Oversee the implementation of medical screening as per EPPP requirements to include testing to facilitate recruitment activity.
• Support the Academy Injury Audit.
• Support the management of the full-time and part-time Academy Physiotherapy staff.
• Utilise the PMA and ensure that all necessary medical records are maintained.
• Liaise with staff from other departments on the development of each player as part of the 6-12 weekly multidisciplinary review process.
• Contribute to the Academy internal CPD programme and engage in all external CPD as required by your role and to maintain your professional licence

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Working autonomously to an agreed level and in the best interests of the Academy
• Forging positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to benefit the Academy
• Being visible to all internal and external stakeholders and supporting key staff when liaising with parents at critical moments
• Championing all Club and Academy policy through ensuring best practice in areas such as safeguarding, health and safety and equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the coaching department
• Living the values of the Club and championing our culture to help deliver the Academy performance plan and ultimately the vision of the Academy and the Club

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Championing innovative and emerging best practice through accessing internal and external sources of expertise to help contribute to ongoing personal development and the overall Academy programme
• Engaging in the Academy staff development programme and attending all CPD events
• Participating in all external CPD to ensure compliance with PL, EFL and NGB standards

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Undergraduate level education in Physiotherapy
• Registered physiotherapist member of the HCPC and CSP
• ATTMiF qualification or equivalent
• Safeguarding children certificate
• DBS check with children’s barred list check
• UK Driving License

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Postgraduate level education in Physiotherapy
• Postgraduate level education in Strength and Conditioning (UKSCA, NSCA)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
• A minimum of 5 years’ post graduate experience working in physiotherapy
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team to support player development

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
• Experience of working in a football Academy

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Creates positive learning environments
• Plans and delivers challenging, age appropriate activities
• Identifies and responds to the needs of the players by adapting their coaching practice accordingly
• Uses accurate and age appropriate medical content
• Communicates using a variety of methods and using an age appropriate vocabulary
• Able to justify and reflect on their practice and beliefs
• Builds positive relationships with the players, staff and all stakeholders
• Demonstrates outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Competent with modern technologies that support the performance of their duties
• Competent user of the performance management application (PMA)

REQUIRED BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES
• Inspires others and is a positive role model
• Is personable and able to connect and build relationships with others easily
• Demands high standards and has an attention to detail
• Shares the vision and values of the Academy and is motivated to achieve its objectives
• Aligns with the Academy playing and coaching philosophy
• Takes a long-term view of player development and align with the Academy approach to winning
• Possesses a passion for talent development and are motivated to work with young players
• Able to work in a high-profile environment with regular media coverage and public interest
• Is responsible and acts in the best interests of the Academy
• Is open minded, innovative, and willing to explore new ideas/concepts
• Enjoys facing challenges and have the resilience and resourcefulness to see complex tasks through
• Is proactive and able to identify and mitigate risks
• Is a collaborator and relishes the opportunity to work alongside others to overcome challenges and achieve goals
• Willing to share their knowledge experience as part of a community of practice
• Able to work with players, staff and other stakeholders of varying ages, experience, backgrounds, and cultures
• Committed to personal development and continuous improvement
• Possesses a strong work ethic and are motivated to be the best they can be
• Able to promote the positive image of the Academy and the Club