Academy Physiotherapist (Professional Development Phase)

Organisation: Sheffield United Football Club
Salary: Up to £33,000 Depending on Experience
Location: Sheffield United Training Academy, Shirecliffe, Sheffield
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 9 May 2025
Job Description: Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 40 Hours Per Week
Location: Sheffield United Training Academy
Line Manager: Lead Academy Physiotherapist
Salary: Up to £33,000 Per Annum, Depending on experience
Post Reference: AC042025-FTP

Sheffield United Football Club is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to become a vital part of our Academy Elite Performance team. The primary function of this role is to deliver comprehensive physiotherapy and medical support to the Professional Development Phase squads.

As an integral member of this Multi-Disciplinary Team, the successful candidate will predominantly focus on optimising player development through collaborative efforts. This will involve providing essential medical support and pitch-side cover for academy fixtures, primarily the U18s, alongside maintaining medical records, actively contributing to CPD initiatives, and assisting with comprehensive screening programmes for both U18 and U21 players.

Role Responsibilities:

- Work as part of an innovative Elite Performance department including physiotherapists, sport scientists, physical performance coaches and data scientists to optimise player physical development, performance and availability.
- To assist the Head Academy Physiotherapist in all medical health related matters appertaining to all Academy players.
- Provide physiotherapy and medical support to the Professional Development Phase squads (primarily the U18s) during weekdays, evenings and weekends.
- Provide pitch-side support for Professional Development Phase fixtures.
-Assist in the delivery of in-house CPD to the Elite Performance department to enhance support across all disciplines.
- Employ evidence-based practise during treatment aligned with objective return to play markers following standardised return to play pathways for key injuries.
- Recording and maintaining accurate e-assessment notes, general medical notes and weekly rehabilitation planning for injured players on Kitman Labs Platform.
- To assist the Head Academy Physiotherapist in the development, organisation, coordination and provision of medical, cardiology, orthopaedic, psychological, ophthalmic, movement and postural screening programmes for U18's and U21's players.

Club Wide Responsibilities:

- Adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
- Report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
- Report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
- Adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
- To carry out/take part in training requests as directed by the Club.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

- BSc Physiotherapy or Equivalent degree
- Current registration with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) or Society of Sports Therapists (SST) (if undergoing on the Pre-registration Physiotherapy course).
- Current registration with the HCPC (Physiotherapy) or SST (Society of Sports Therapists, if undergoing the Physiotherapy course).
- Prior experience of pitch-side duties.
- Previous clinical experience in the musculoskeletal setting including the use of contemporary methods of injury management and functional rehabilitation as part of a return to play pathway.
- Pitch Side qualification: ATMMiF or equivalent.

Desirable Criteria for the Role:

- Previous experience of using Kitman Labs/PMA.
- A good understanding of strength and conditioning principles.
- Previous experience of working in Football.
How to apply: Application Process Please download and save the application form on our website. If you require a paper copy please contact the HR department careers@sufc.co.uk or call 0114 253 7200. Completed application forms must be submitted via email to careers@sufc.co.uk stating the vacancy title in the subject or posted to HR, Sheffield United Football Club, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, S2 4SU. Closing Date: Friday 9th May 2025 Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.