Academy Development Therapist

Oxford United Boys Academy are looking to add to their already excellent team of part-time medical staff with the addition of a new Development Therapist to work within our U9-U16 programme. This would be an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist wishing to increase their experience in a football through a supportive and developmental role. There is also the potential for this role to expand in line with the continued growth of the Academy as we strive to achieve Category Two status.

Oxford United Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all parts of society. As a club we are committed to equality of opportunity within our own organisation and encourage a similar commitment to inclusion from every organisation we have contact with.

Key requirements

· Minimum of BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy.

· HCPC or SST accredited practitioner.

· Up to date Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMiF) qualification.

· Excellent communications skills, both written and verbally.

· Confident, self-motivated and able to work under pressure.

· Ability to work collaboratively with players, parents and staff.

· Sound knowledge of manual therapy skills and sports rehabilitation.

· Sound knowledge of injury prevention methods and recovery strategies.

· Ability to educate, advise and motivate individuals.

· Preferably experience in an elite sports environment, especially with children and adolescents.

· Demonstrates up to date knowledge of the current evidence base and implement this within their practice.

· Candidates must be flexible and be willing to work hours as necessary to carry out their duties. This may include the covering matches and changing of venues at short notice.

· Candidate will need to perform duties at home match and away match venues, with the possibility of travel abroad, if necessary.

· A full UK drivers’ licence and access to your own vehicle would be advantageous

OUFC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. It is therefore mandatory the post holder has valid and appropriate DBS clearance, at all times.