Lead Foundation/Youth Development Phase Physiotherapist

Job Location	Middleton, Tamworth
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Competitive salary
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

Hours of work: Full timeLocation: Bodymoor Heath Training GroundClosing Date: 13 December 2020Interview Date: Week commencing 14 December 2020Reference: 002822Aston Villa Football Club are seeking a self-motivated, forward-thinking and proactive individual to join our Academy Sport Science and Medical Department in the position of Lead Foundation/Youth Development Phase Physiotherapist.In this role, you will contribute towards the Academy Sport Science and Medical Department’s vision of optimising player availability and performance through an elite evidence-based sports medicine provision, specifically working with Foundation (FP) and Youth Development Phase (YDP) Academy playersWorking at our Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, you will implement effective assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injured FP and YDP academy players, with a specific focus placed on the U15-16 squads. In addition, a proactive approach to injury prevention is required, delivering individualised and group injury prevention / athletic development sessions to FP and YDP players.The successful candidate will hold a BSc (Hons) or MSc in Physiotherapy and should be a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and have an in-date FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF) qualification.With previous experience of working with elite young athletes in a full-time capacity within a football academy, you must be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of applied anatomy and have the ability to perform clear and structured injury assessments that accumulate in injury diagnosis and associated detailed rehabilitation plan. Experience of player profiling and the ability to develop and deliver strategies that manage injury risk and take into account growth and maturation is required.You must be a strong team player and have a growth mindset, with proven previous experience of working within interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams.For further information please see the Role Profile on AVFC Careers Page.As part of your application please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter. Aston Villa Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment.Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and its supporters. As part of this, Aston Villa Football Club is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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