Girls Academy Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist U12-U13

OverviewOrganisation Charlton Athletic Football Club. Location Charlton Athletic FC, Sparrows Lane Training Ground, South East London. Salary Competitive. Contract type Closing date 3 December 2025.Job DescriptionPurpose: To provide medical care for Girls academy players includingPitch side first aidPlayer assessmentRehabilitationProvide players with a safe, secure and supportive environment. Be an advocate and guardian of the womens game.Duties and responsibilitiesLiaise with coaching staff regarding players\' injury status and availabilityAttend training sessions (and any matches) throughout the seasonAssess and manage injuries and illnesses to Girls academy playersProvide treatment and rehabilitation to playersDesign and deliver individual injury prevention programmesDeliver or oversee treatment for players needing ongoing rehabilitation through the off seasonKeep records which meet the standard required by The FA and the appropriate professional bodiesConduct medical screening of trialistsMedical screening of academy playersManage referrals for Girls academy players to relevant personsCommunicate with parents / carers in the event of physiotherapy / sports therapy queries, generally, and specifically to their childrenEnsure the Girls Academy manager is aware of rules and best practice for adequate physiotherapy / sports therapy provision (e.g., access, equipment, insurance) and Girls academy processes allow adherence to these guidelinesEnsure treatment areas are kept clean and tidy, identify any health and safety risks and pass these on to appropriate members of the teamMulti Disciplinary working & CultureAdvise and direct other staff on the needs of players. Attend case management meetings and provide professional opinion / inputEducate coaches on the physiotherapy / sports therapy provision, and how to help players get the best from itProvide support based on each individual player\'s needs; treat the person as well as the injuryOperate within professional boundaries, and follow agreed processes relating to referrals to other colleagues / agenciesWork with the GA Safeguarding Manager to ensure that the wellbeing and welfare of all players and staff is always an operational priorityPay attention to own physical and mental health; be seen as somebody who \'walks the talk\' of good physical and emotional health habitsAssist the GA team with administrative activities such as injury auditsKnowledge requiredSpecific Experience:Experience of working in sports medicineKnowledge of anti-doping regulationsHas an up to date understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding proceduresQualifications requiredEssentialPhysiotherapistsChartered physiotherapist and registered member of the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)Have appropriate medical indemnity to treat / advise Girls Academy playersHave an up-to-date full Advanced Emergency Aid qualification; this should be at least the Level 4 ITMMIF (guidance)Sports TherapistsFull membership of the Society of Sports TherapyHave appropriate medical indemnity to treat / advise Girls academy playersAn up-to-date full Advanced Emergency Aid qualification; this should be at least the Level 4 ITMMIF (guidance)Sports RehabilitationAllied Health Professional and registered member of the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators (BASRaT)Have appropriate medical indemnity to treat / advise Girls Academy playersHave an up-to-date full Advanced Emergency Aid qualification; this should be at least the Level 4 ITMMIF (guidance)FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)FA Safeguarding ChildrenFA DBSDesirablePhysiotherapist :Member of Chartered Society of PhysiotherapyUKAD Clean Sport AdvisorEngages in professional development, for example :Physical Development of Youth Female Players (growth and maturation, female athlete physiology & menstrual cycle)Player support (e.g. -Talented Athlete Lifestyle Support)Coaching & mentoring qualificationPersonal CompetenciesSeek feedback from others, and reflect on personal behaviour and performance to identify areas for improvementkeep abreast of current research and evidence-based practice in the physiotherapy / sports therapy field with a focus on sports-related injury and rehabilitation research. Practitioners should undertake CPD in line with their professional body guidelinesKeep professional qualification up to date and active by completing the relevant number of CPD points as stipulated by their awarding body. Attend CPD events and undertake CPD activities in line with identified development themesCreate and maintain a personalised Development Action Plan (DAP), taking input and feedback from a variety of sourcesBe aware of current performance research and insight to support programme and coaching developmentWork with an advisor or mentor from outside the GADBS checkEnhancedThe document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. This job description is intended as a summary of the main responsibilities, activities and work to be undertaken. This job description may therefore be amended in light of the changing needs and requirements for both the role and the Football club.Equality and DiversityWe are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and our employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion, which are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender. #J-18808-Ljbffr