Senior Academy Physiotherapist in Lincoln - EFL (English Football League)

At Lincoln City Football Club, we believe that people make the difference and accordingly, we don’t just look for the usual job requirements. As well as being experts in their technical areas, all of our team members demonstrate and work towards a clear set of traits which differentiate us from the norm. As a Senior Academy Physiotherapist you will be required to demonstrate behaviours reflecting the following traits, which we have termed the 3Es: Exceptional, Edge and Energising.

Exceptional
Forward thinking:

You will think ahead and prepare for future tasks and opportunities
You will seek and provide new ideas and solutions to overcome challenges

Edge
Streetwise:

You will work smart and demonstrate the know-how to win
You will develop key relationships and networks effectively

Energising
Finds a way:

You deliver results, within a team
You develop and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes

Job Purpose

Lincoln City Football Club is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced physiotherapist to work within the Academy department. The primary function of the post is to manage the Academy Medical Department including staff, injury protocols, EAPs and medical equipment, and to provide pitch side first aid, injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for the whole Academy programme.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out duties in accordance with all relevant company policies, including, but not exclusive to, the Health and Safety at Work Act, Code of Conduct, Diversity & Equality Policy, Equal Opportunities Policy, Financial Regulations Policy & Social Media Policy
Organise rotas to ensure that all training sessions and fixtures across the whole Academy programme from U9s to U18s are covered appropriately
Manage the medical cover for all Academy teams on a weekly basis and monitor and manage Academy players’ injuries
Determine and implement injury prevention strategies across all age groups
Keep accurate, secure and up-to-date records of injuries and to oversee the injury report, injury audit and medical section of the Football Intelligence System (previously PMA)
Effectively communicate with the coaching staff regarding players’ injuries and fitness status
Work with the Sports Science staff on the planning and implementation of player screenings, loadings and interventions
Attend when required by senior management appropriate meetings regarding key issues within the Academy, including Academy Management Team and Academy Multi-Disciplinary meetings
Report to the First Team Physiotherapist & Club Doctor when required
Ensure the provision of the match day games programme within the Phase meets the requirements of best practice, safeguarding and that effective medical procedures are in place
Continuously look to identify opportunities to improve operations and practises throughout the Phase over the short and long term
Any other duties as required by the football club within the reasonable demands of the role
Act always with utmost good faith to the Club and the Company
Devote full attention and ability to fulfilment of the duties required by the role
Other duties as reasonably requested by a member of the senior management staff
To work closely with partnership organisations, to maintain good relationships and collaborative working practices
To work with colleagues throughout Lincoln City FC to extend knowledge and skills in order to identify and develop best practice
Deal with enquiries and general day-to-day liaison with customers, colleagues and partners
Carry out general office duties including data recording, electronic files, sending and receiving emails
Active participation on continuing professional development and the appraisal process
To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job
To maintain the quality-of-service provision, regularly evaluating work and seeking to make improvements
Present a professional image when dealing with both internal and external contacts and partners, acting in a professional manner always
To cover as and when required at other departments within Lincoln City FC
To safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk
To be vigilant and support all safety and security operations
To recognise commercial opportunities across all products within Lincoln City FC
Promote the brand identity and increase Lincoln City fan base throughout
To support the Lincoln City FC ‘green’ energy saving strategy and meet all requirements including but not exclusive to recycling, waste reduction, energy efficiency
Any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by the Head of Academy

General Responsibilities

Carry out duties in accordance with all relevant company policies, including, but not limited to, the Health and Safety Policy, Code of Conduct Policy, Safeguarding Policy, Equality and Diversity Policy, Financial Regulation Policy and Social Media Policy
To safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk
To be vigilant and support all safety and security operations
Act always with utmost good faith to the Club, Foundation and the Company
Devote full attention and ability to fulfilment of the duties required by the role
Other duties as reasonably requested by a member of the senior management staff
To work closely with partnership organisations, to maintain good relationships and collaborative working practices
To work with colleagues throughout Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation to extend knowledge and skills in order to identify and develop best practice
Deal with enquiries and general day-to-day liaison with customers, colleagues and partners
Carry out general office duties including data recording, filing, photocopying, sending and receiving emails
Active participation on continuing professional development and the appraisal process
To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job
To maintain the quality-of-service provision, regularly evaluating work and seeking to make improvements
Present a professional image when dealing with both internal and external contacts and partners, acting in a professional manner always
To cover as and when required at other departments within Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation
To recognise commercial opportunities across all products within Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation
Promote the brand identity and increase Lincoln City fanbase throughout
To support the Lincoln City Football Club green energy saving strategy and meet all requirements including but not exclusive to recycling, waste reduction, energy efficiency and
Any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by the Chief Executive

The above-mentioned duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exclusive nor exhaustive as the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities, commensurate with the grading of the post, without changing the general character of the post.

Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and employees to share this commitment.
Safeguarding

This role involves working with children and/or adults at risk in Regulated Activity (or in close proximity to children and/or adults at risk). This means that the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

Key Relationships

Technical Director of the Academy
Head of Academy
Head of Medical (First Team)
Lead Phase Coaches
Club Doctor

Scope of Job

To deliver outstanding medical provision to all Academy players
To build robust processes across the medical department in the prevention and treatment of injuries

Person Specification

Job Title: Senior Academy Physiotherapist

KNOWLEDGE
The level and breadth of knowledge to do the job, e.g. understanding of a defined system, method or procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc.

Essential:

Knowledge of rules and regulations that cover safe medical practice with an elite football environment
Up-to-date medical processes and procedures
EPPP audit requirements

Desirable:

Understanding of Sports Science and how that contributes to the medical process

TECHNICAL/WORK-BASED SKILLS
Skills specific to the job, e.g. computer competency, typing skills, coaching skills etc

Essential:

FA Level 4 Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMiF)
Chartered Status
HCPC Registered

Desirable:

FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF)

GENERAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
More general characteristics, e.g. flexibility, communication skills, team working etc

Essential

Has exceptionally high standards and expectations in performance for self and others
Can prioritise and work logically under pressure and can effectively meet deadlines
Analytical with strong administrative, written and reporting skills
Communicates confidently on a variety of levels, good interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to influence and inspire behaviour

Desirable

Ability and willingness to work outside normal hours, including evenings and weekends.

EXPERIENCE
Proven record of experience in a particular field, profession or specialism

Essential

Previous experience of working in a sporting environment
Previous experience of rehabilitating players back to full fitness by following a clear return to play protocol
Being a process driven individual to achieve high standards

Desirable

Strength and conditioning background or qualifications
Experience in an elite football environment i.e. Academy or First Team

How to apply

Complete and sign the Job Application Form and submit with your application
Complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form by following this link Lincoln City Football Club Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form – Fill in form

PLEASE NOTE: Only applicants who follow the Safer Recruitment Job Application Process detailed above, will be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 31 MAY 2026
INTERVIEWS: EARLY/MID JUNE 2026
ANTICIPATED START DATE: 1 JULY 2026

Should you have any questions with regard to this role, please email [email protected].

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation. All employees may be required to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required. Lincoln City Football Club and Foundation is an equal opportunities employer.

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