Youth Development Therapist (YDP/FDP) – Football Academy

Kick It Out; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Leicester is seeking a passionate YDP/FDP Assistant Therapist to enhance therapy services for young players. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in pediatric sports therapy, relevant qualifications, and a proactive approach. This role involves managing rehabilitation cases, assisting with injury mitigation, and collaborating with the sports science team. The club offers a competitive salary, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits, emphasizing community and wellness.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Access to subsidised staff restaurants

Up to 33 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Significant experience working as a therapist in a sports context.
• Ability to implement injury mitigation strategies.
• Familiar with rehabilitation programs for athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead YDP/FDP therapist in therapy services.
• Manage a small caseload of rehabilitation cases.
• Work with the sports science team to monitor physical progress.

Skills

Experience in an elite pediatric sporting environment

Interpersonal skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Education

BSc(Hons) Degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation

Membership of relevant regulatory body (CSP, HCPC, BASRAT)

Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football qualification or equivalent

Job description

A professional football club in Leicester is seeking a passionate YDP/FDP Assistant Therapist to enhance therapy services for young players. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in pediatric sports therapy, relevant qualifications, and a proactive approach. This role involves managing rehabilitation cases, assisting with injury mitigation, and collaborating with the sports science team. The club offers a competitive salary, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits, emphasizing community and wellness.