Sports Therapist / Physiotherapist
WESTFIELD ACADEMY, Holywell, Watford
Sports Therapist / Physiotherapist
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WESTFIELD ACADEMY, Holywell, Watford
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 6 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
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Location ref: Holywell, Watford
Full Job Description
- Provide assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries to student-athletes.
- Develop and implement individualised rehabilitation and injury prevention programs.
- Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records in line with best practice.
- Support pitch-side for all home games (football), ensuring immediate response to injuries and first aid needs.
- Liaise with coaches, PE staff, and external medical professionals to ensure optimal care and recovery plans for athletes.
- Educate students on self-care, injury prevention, and recovery strategies. The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. This role will be reviewed annually as part of the performance appraisal process and the post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary. Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young people. To meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Degree in Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, or a related field.
- HCPC registration (for physiotherapists) or relevant professional accreditation.
- First Aid qualification (e.g. Emergency First Aid at Work or equivalent) - pitch-side qualification desirable. Relevant Experience
- Experience of working in a school setting Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience working with adolescent athletes and knowledge of football and basketball injury profiles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team. Personal Qualities
- Polite and courteous
- Confidentiality & integrity is integral
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Efficient, organised and meticulous
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/sports-therapist-physiotherapist-127530693
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