Chartered Physiotherapist – Casual
Manchester United Foundation
We have an exciting new opportunity for the casual position of a
Physiotherapist within our Regional Talent Club. The main responsibility of
this role will be to deliver physiotherapy services to all players involved in the
Girls’ Regional Talent Club. Promote and protect the health and wellbeing of
all girls within the centre. Work within the Code of Conduct and Good
Practice of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience. With a keen interest
in sport, the candidate should possess a dynamic personality, excellent
communication skills with the ability to work with key partners and to develop
good relationships with players, parents and delivery staff. Applicant will have
a Current Physiotherapy Degree and the Basic First Aid for Sport Certificate.
Due to this post being in regulated activity, the potential employee will be
required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the
appropriate level. It is a criminal offence for a barred person to attempt to
engage with vulnerable groups.
Closing Date: 23/03/2017
“Manchester United Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer and
recognises the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in
our work place.”
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Chartered Physiotherapist – Casual
Girls’ Regional Talent Club Manager
Manchester United Foundation
10-12 hours per week
Hourly rate of pay will be commensurate with qualification and
experience
Description
Reporting to the Girls’ Regional Talent Club Manager, the main responsibility of this role will
be to deliver physiotherapy services to all players involved in the Girls’ Regional Talent Club.
Promote and protect the health and wellbeing of all girls within the centre. Work within the
Code of Conduct and Good Practice of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience. With a keen interest in sport, the
candidate should possess a dynamic personality, excellent communication skills with the
ability to work with key partners and to develop good relationships with players, parents and
delivery staff. Applicant will have a Current Physiotherapy Degree and an FA Basic First Aid
for Sport Certificate.
Closing date: 23/03/2017
Manchester United Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer and recognises the
importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in our work place.
Job Description
Post Title: Chartered Physiotherapist – Casual
Accountable to: Girls’ Regional Talent Club Manager
Purpose
To deliver physiotherapy services to all players involved in the Girls’ Regional Talent Club.
Promote and protect the health and wellbeing of all girls within the centre. Work within the
Code of Conduct and Good Practice of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Key Responsibilities
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The welfare of players within the Regional Talent Club
Providing assessment, treatment and functional rehabilitation of injured players
Clinical decision making process (fitness of player to train or play)
Player education (injury prevention)
Continuing Professional Development
Communication regarding injury status and rehabilitation of players to coaching staff
and parents.
Medical records. All notes and records must be kept securely. All medical records
must meet the standards set by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Confidentiality. The physiotherapist must at all times abide by the CSP Rules of
Professional Conduct
Must be available at training sessions and attend all matches, home and away
Person Specification
Qualifications
 Current Physiotherapy Degree
 Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues including holding a current
FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate
 FA Basic First Aid for Sport Certificate
Essentials
 An accepted DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)
 Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and Health Professions
Council
 Have knowledge and understanding of child development and be sensitive to
children’s needs
 Evidence of continuing education in sports medicine
 Previous experience in, and appropriate skills for, the delivery of musculoskeletal
physiotherapy
 Have knowledge and understanding of youth player musculoskeletal development
 Willingness to work evenings and weekends
 Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
 Ability to travel independently
 Ability to work in a team environment
Desirable
 Understanding of the FA Girls’ England Talent Pathway
 Knowledge and understanding of working with young players
 Previous experience of working in sport
 Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
Customer Service
Identify and meet the needs of colleagues and our customers, focusing on initiating and
welcoming contact and communication whilst striving to deliver first class customer service.
Recognise potential complaint situations and make effective steps to avoid and / or resolve
these situations.
Self Development
To undertake any necessary internal or external training sessions in accordance with the
Company’s Performance and Development Review Policy and to take personal responsibility
to seek opportunities to develop yourself and to realise your own potential.
To assist with the provision of the training and development of colleagues as required.
Team Work
Ensure effective communication within your work team and actively offer support and
guidance as necessary.
Security / Stock Control
Ensure compliance with all of the Company’s security, stock control, loss prevention and key
holder procedures.
Equal Opportunities and Harassment
Ensure understanding, awareness and compliance with the Company’s Equal Opportunities
and Harassment Policies.
Hours of Work
The employee is required to work 10 – 12 hours per week during the season. Hours of work
should be planned in accordance with the demands of the business.
This document is a guide only. The employee must undertake any other duties as may be
reasonably assigned by the Girls’ Regional Talent Club Manager and Executive Management
from time to time.