Assistant Academy Medic

Organisation: Dragons RFC
Salary: To be discussed at interview.
Location: Dragons RFC (Place of work may vary).
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 17 July 2025
Interview date: 25 July 2025
Job Description: Job Title: Assistant Academy Medic.
Location: Dragons RFC (Place of work may vary).
Salary: To be discussed at interview.
Contract Type: Part-Time (Hours vary).
Start Date: To be discussed at interview.

About the Role:
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Academy Medic to support the prevention and management of injuries sustained by Academy and Age Grade players. The successful candidate will work closely with our coaching and medical team to provide high-quality pitchside and injury management care throughout the season.
This is a part-time role with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, which may vary depending on the time of year and fixture schedules.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide pitch side first aid and acute injury management during Academy and/or Age Grade training and matches.
• Support the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of Academy and/or Age Grade players.
• Liaise with coaches and other medical staff to ensure effective injury prevention and player care.
• Maintain accurate medical records in line with Welsh Rugby Union and Dragons RFC standards.
• Assist in the implementation of injury prevention and rehab strategies.

Essential Criteria:
• Degree-qualified in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation.
• Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in a sporting or clinical environment.
• Valid first aid qualification appropriate for a sporting environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Desirable:
• Previous experience working within an academy or youth sport setting.
• Familiarity with safeguarding policies and procedures in sport.
• Hold PHICIS Level 2 qualification.

What We Offer:
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive working environment within a passionate and progressive academy structure.
How to apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to isobel.fisher@dragonsrfc.wales by Friday, July 17.