Term: 2-year Fixed Term Contract

Department: BCWFC

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Salary: Competitive​

Hours of Work: ​Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.

Application closing date: ​Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced.

JOB DESCRIPTION​

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

To be in attendance at all training sessions and competition/friendly matches players by the team throughout the season and the preseason, as well as providing or arranging equivalent services to players during the off season to ensure continuity of treatment.

Be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of high-level injury prevention, injury rehabilitation and pitch side first aid / emergency care including the systems and infrastructure required to ensure that these processes are supported, documented and reviewed appropriately, in collaboration with the rest of the Club’s medical staff and MDT.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

To accept responsibility for case load, ensuring a high standard of care of all players.
To undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, including those of patients with complex musculoskeletal problems, using clinical reasoning skills to establish accurate diagnosis.
To provide highly skilled physiotherapy treatment, using manual therapy and manipulation techniques.
To guide and update the Head Coach on player management as required.
To work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team – Sports Science, Coaching, Medical, Operations
To provide signposting and support for players with regard to Mental Health and to contribute to the continued development of the Team’s Mental Health Pathway
To maintain comprehensive, accurate, confidential and contemporaneous medical and patient records in a timely fashion
To ensure that patient confidentiality and dignity is maintained at all times and to observe strict confidentiality in respect of all information about players or matters relating to the Club.
To maintain a safe working environment and comply with Health and Safety requirements and associated procedures, including accident reporting.
To communicate with players in a professional manner to maximise the effectiveness of treatment modalities.
To collaborate with the Team Doctor and 1st Team Physiotherapist to support players when required.
To participate in clinical audits as directed by the Chief Medical Officer or The FA as appropriate.
To take responsibility for own Continuous Professional Development through self-directed learning and reflective practice in line with Clinical Governance and Health Professions Council standards.
To maintain registration with Health Professions Council, adhering to standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
To undertake such other duties as might reasonably be required from time to time.
Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equality & Diversity Policy and Health & Safety Policy and procedures at all times.
Any other duties as deemed necessary by your Line Manager or Head of Department.
PERSON SPECIFICATION​

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

Physiotherapy Degree.
In date ATMMIF Qualification.
Attend a yearly ATMMIF-R reaccreditation.
HCPC Registered.
Medical indemnity to treat/advise Women’s Academy players
Desirable Requirements​

Master’s Degree
Knowledge and Skills

Essential Requirements​

Experience working with high level athletes and treating sports injuries.
Experience of working in a team environment.
Experience in planning and delivering rehabilitation and prehabilitation programmes for elite athletes.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Requirements​

Experience working with female athletes.
Extensive and advanced CPD education with particular reference to the field of sports medicine.
Personal Requirements

Must adhere to confidentiality and data protection procedures at all times.
Must adhere to all Club policies and procedures.
Must hold a in date DBS certificate.
Terms of Appointment ​

37.5 hours per week.
20 days annual leave (rising by 1 day per completed year of service, up to a maximum of 25 days, plus 8 statutory bank holidays).
6-month probation period.
Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community. We will consider applications solely based on merit regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance.

Birmingham City FC promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment, and we welcome applications from all individuals in society. If you have any particular requirements or need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please mention this in your application.

All candidates are required to complete our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment Survey using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/ymR2zBpuNf. The survey will take approximately 1 minute to complete, is completely voluntary and you can respond with “prefer not to say” to any questions that you do not feel comfortable in answering. All responses will remain anonymous, and we will use the information collected to review our recruitment processes and ensure we continue to encourage a diverse and inclusive working environment to help us achieve our equality objectives.

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