Lead Physiotherapist Oxford United Women’s / Boys U15-16 (combined role) Oxford United FC Salar[...]

Sportsmith; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club in Oxford is seeking a Lead Physiotherapist to manage and deliver physiotherapy programmes for both Women's teams and U15-16 squads. The role is full-time and designed for someone eager to transition into sports, providing an opportunity to gain invaluable experience in a progressive club known for its supportive learning environment. You will oversee medical processes and integrate into a multi-disciplinary team while fostering the development of part-time staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering physiotherapy programmes for athletes.
• Skilled in managing medical records and communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee physiotherapy programme for Women's players.
• Lead medical contact for U15-16 squads and their guardians.
• Manage and complete medical record keeping for all players.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Team management

Injury assessment

Communication with parents

Job description

Lead Physiotherapist Oxford United Women’s / Boys U15-16 (combined role)

Oxford United FC

Closing Date: Ongoing

About the role

This is an entry-level full-time role that would be ideal for someone looking to make the transition into full-time sport, in a pro-learning, supportive environment, gaining both exposure to senior Women’s and elite Boys U15/16 football.

Reporting directly to the Head of Academy Sport Science & Medicine, prospective candidates will be joining Oxford United at an exciting time in the club’s history: with a newly renovated Training Ground, measurable progress being made toward Category Two Academy status, new stadium development well underway, and a second consecutive campaign in the EFL Championship.

Key Responsibilities

OUFC Women’s programme

• Oversee and deliver physiotherapy programme for OUFC Women’s players.
• Lead medical contact for OUFC Women’s players.
• Medical lead for training/injury clinics with support of full-time intern.
• Measure and analyse readiness to compete markers, and liaise with Women’s staff as appropriate.
• Manage and complete all medical record keeping for OUFC Women’s players.
• Integrate into the OUFC Women’s and wider club MDT.
• Support & develop part-time physio’s, students and volunteers.

U15-16 squads

• Oversee and deliver physiotherapy programme for U15-16 squads.
• Lead medical contact for U15-16 squads and parents/guardians.
• Medical lead for evening training/injury clinics with support of part-time staff.
• Scheduling and communication of part-time medical cover for U15-16 training and fixtures.
• Manage and complete all medical record keeping for U15-U16 squads.