Placement Sports Therapist/Physio (Third Year Students)
Placement Sports Therapist/Physio (Third Year Students)
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Academy Manager & Lead First Team Coach at Chippenham Town FC
Placement Opportunity: Sports Therapy / Physiotherapy Student (3rd Year)
Club: Chippenham Town Football Club
Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire (Travel to away games required)
Position Type: Student Placement (3rd Year Students Only)
Duration: 2025/26 Season
Start Date: July 2025 (Pre-season onwards)
Application Deadline: 11th July 2025
Placement Overview
This placement is designed for third-year university students currently studying Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, or a related degree. It offers a comprehensive, practical learning experience within a real footballing environment, giving you the chance to work directly with players and staff both at academy level and first-team level.
You will play an active, hands-on role in supporting the rehabilitation and performance of players while being mentored by qualified professionals.
What You Will Learn
As a placement student, you will have the opportunity to:
With the First Team (Evenings & Weekends):
●Support pre-training and pre-match preparations – including warm-ups, taping, strapping, massage, and functional movement prep.
●Assist in the assessment and management of injuries, from initial evaluation to return-to-play.
●Participate in pitch-side care and acute injury response under supervision during matches.
●Help implement rehabilitation and recovery programmes based on player needs.
●Work within a multidisciplinary team.
With the Academy (Daytime):
●Gain experience supporting young athletes (ages 16–19) in a full-time football programme.
●Be involved in daily injury clinics, recovery sessions, and monitoring physical development.
●Assist with injury prevention strategies, physical screening, and conditioning support.
●Learn how to manage the differing physical and psychological needs of developing players.
This dual exposure provides a well-rounded learning experience — combining developmental care with high-performance football demands.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a student who is:
●Currently studying for a BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, or a closely related field.
●Entering their third (or final) year in the 2025/26 academic year.
●Keen to work in both academy and first team environments – schedule can be tailored.
●Professional, punctual, and committed.
●A confident communicator who works well independently and in a team.
●Willing to ask questions, take initiative, and take ownership of your own learning.
Schedule & Commitment
●Pre-season starts late July; competitive fixtures run August to April/May.
●Training and matches include:
○First Team: Evening sessions (typically Tuesdays & Thursdays) + Saturday and occasional midweek games.
○Academy: Weekday daytime hours, usually Monday to Thursday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Placement Requirements
●University approval and academic placement agreement.
●Proof of insurance cover (usually provided by your university).
●Valid DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain).
●Access to transport is preferred, especially for evening and weekend commitments.
What You’ll Gain
●Hands-on experience across two performance settings: youth development and competitive senior football.
●Placement hours for your degree, along with structured mentoring and feedback.
●Experience in acute and chronic injury management, rehab planning, and return-to-play decisions.
●Exposure to best practices in injury prevention, soft tissue work, and athletic recovery.
●A standout experience for your CV and future job applications — particularly within football, sport, or private practice.
How to Apply
Please email your CV and a short cover letter stating:
●Why you're interested in this placement
●Any relevant experience you have
●Your placement duration and preferred schedule (daytime/evening/both)
Send to: ghaskett@chippenhamtown.com
Deadline: 25th July 2025
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an informal interview.
Due to the high number of anticipated applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually.
If you have not heard from us within 7 days of the application deadline, please assume you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
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