Bank Sports Rehabilitators

The Purpose:

Salford City FC requires a number of physiotherapists/sports therapists to join our Academy Medical Department, covering weekend fixtures and various evening training sessions on an ad hoc basis. Each successful applicant will be required to provide pitch-side emergency care across a variety of age groups within the Academy programme. This opportunity is perfect for Chartered Physiotherapists / Graduate Sport Therapists seeking to gain experience in football.

The Role:

• Responsible for providing emergency first aid and treatment to Academy age group teams at training sessions / fixtures.

• Provide injury rehabilitation training for players in preparation for return to play.

• Provide treatment and preparation exercises for fit players during the season to maintain their availability and reduce their risk of future injury.

• Communicate injury status, rehabilitation strategies and return to training projections to the Academy Management Team and Medical Team.

• Support the medical provision and the management of injuries as directed by Senior Academy Physiotherapist.

• Promote the health and wellbeing of all players.

• Support where necessary pre-registration medical screenings and musculoskeletal examinations, in conjunction with the Senior Academy Physiotherapist.

• Maintain accurate and updated medical records of all players, including accurate recording.

• Ensure the Club and players are compliant with all medical and anti-doping guidelines, rules and regulations of governing bodies.

• Ensure communication between staff, players and parents to ensure optimal well-being and development of all players.  

• Role model and ensure positive and professional behaviours, ensuring honesty and integrity at all times. This includes being presentable, smart and personable at all times when representing the Club.  

• Contribute to providing a safe Academy environment, demonstrating safe working practices and follow safeguarding policies and procedures, reporting concerns when necessary.