Casual Physiotherapy/Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator
Forest Green Rovers academy are expanding their medical team and require several Physiotherapists or Sports therapists on a part time basis. With matches every Saturday and Sunday, plus regular mid-week fixtures, this is a great role for any progressive and proactive graduates looking to start in an elite football academy. The matches are at a variety of sites – Hartpury in Gloucester, Cirencester football club and away travel predominantly around the South-West.
Role requirements:
1. Work regular weekend fixtures – providing pitch side medical cover and acute injury management.
2. Liaise with Coaching staff/Sports science/Lead physio/club doctor regarding injuries, rehab and return to play
3. Assist coaches and sports science team on match days.
About You
Personal requirements:
4. Degree in physiotherapy/sports therapy/sports rehabilitation.
5. Experience in MSK assessments
6. HCPC/BASRat registration
7. Reliable
8. Strong time management skills
9. Team player
10. Proactive and strong work ethic
Desirables:
11. FA ITMMIF course or equivalent
12. Knowledge of adolescent injuries
About Us
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring that all are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.
FGR are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment fully. And as an organisation we are committed to supporting staff development in this area. Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world.
Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We're on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond. Established in 1889, we're also one of the oldest football clubs in the world.
That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase. Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought.
As the world's first vegan football club, doing things differently is a way of life. We're looking for like-minded people that can help create the future our planet needs.
Let's change the game.
Flexibility statement
The fast moving nature of the company's business means that from time to time you may be asked to perform duties or tasks outside of your original job description on an ad hoc basis. This allows the company to use its people in the best possible way at all times and helps the employees to make their contribution in a changing environment.
Forest Green Rovers is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing equality for all.