We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Sports Rehabilitator to join our Football Education team, working closely with aspiring young footballers to support injury prevention, rehabilitation, recovery and their ongoing physical development both on and off the pitch.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To co-ordinate and provide accurate evidence-based diagnosis and rehabilitation to all players, male and female, in the Football Education squads.
- To co-ordinate and provide emergency match day cover.
- To co-ordinate with external medical providers, providing clinical handovers pre and post appointments.
- To co-ordinate and perform screening for all Football Education players.
- To take an active role in all medical team meetings.
- To plan and develop effective pre and rehabilitation programmes for players based on screening outcomes in line with the most up to date academic and clinical evidence across all age groups.
- To monitor the effectiveness of injury management principles through clinical injury audits.
- To ensure effective, appropriate communication of injury updates are provided to player, coaches and the wider Football Education staff team.
- To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times including the requirement to undertake other duties and responsibilities as required.
- To ensure all medical notes are up to date within 24 hours of treatment and in line with HCPC standards.
- Manage and build relationships with all key stakeholders in line with the club’s values.
- Promote a positive culture across all aspects of the full Football Education programme to support student/player development and retention rates.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people by ensuring effective implementation of Stockport County Football Education’s safeguarding policy and procedures. Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Officer.
- Follow the Stockport County Football Education health and safety policy in all aspects of work, including a proactive approach to risk-assessment in all duties.
- Use systems, policies and procedures accurately to fulfil responsibilities and obligations and to work in line with Stockport County Football Education’s ‘Quality Assurance’ measures.
- To undertake additional duties including student supervision, supporting colleagues, attending meetings and involvement in relevant activities and trips where appropriate.
- Be prepared to contribute to Stockport County Football Education’s broad programme of high-level football, education, sports career pathways, work experience and other enrichment activities.
- Engage fully in Stockport County’s appraisal process to fulfil personal potential, maintain best practice and be able to participate effectively in the implementation of Stockport County Football Education’s ‘Quality Improvement Plan’.
- Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Lead Sports Rehabilitator, Head of Football Education, and the Head of Education.
ESSENTIAL & DESIREABLE SKILLS
Essential:
· Qualified therapist with appropriate governing body registration (HCPC/CSP/BASRAT/MSST).
· Level 2 Pitch side Qualification.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to use a variety of communication tools.
· Team player who can work well within a wider team of football coaches, teachers and other support staff.
· Strong organisational and administrative skills.
· DBS check with children’s barred list check.
· UK driving licence.
· Reliable and committed to working flexible hours.
· Good understanding of sporting injuries and commonly avoidable injuries.
· Understanding of current clinical guidelines and relevant legislation.
· Genuine team player.
· High level of discretion maintaining strict confidentiality.
· Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
· Committed.
· Flexible.
Desirable:
· Knowledge of EPPP standards and working practices.
· Experience of working in a football academy.
· ITMMIF qualification.
· FA Safeguarding Children Qualification.
· Recent and relevant professional experience in sports performance environment.