Academy Physiotherapist (Professional Development Phase)

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.

Assist the Lead 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.

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.

Carry out and actively participate in all training requests as directed by the Club, including mandatory health and safety training, emergency procedures, fire safety, manual handling, safeguarding, and role-specific safety instruction.