Para Football Physiotherapist (Casual Contract)

The FA's Para Division are looking for Physiotherapists to support the delivery of an excellent Physiotherapy programme to the England Para Football teams (Blind Men's/Women's, Deaf Men's/Women's, Cerebral Palsy, Partially Sighted, and Powerchair), by helping to develop resilient and high-performing Para Footballers that contribute to England Para Football medal success.

This is a Casual contract that will initially run until 31st July 2027, which an anticipated 50 days of work per year. Delivery will primarily be from St. George's Park, but there may be potential for national and international travel as part of this role.

Interviews will be held on the 29th / 30th July at The National Football Centre, St. George's Park.

What will you do?

- To deliver treatment, rehabilitation, and modified training sessions in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team whilst on camp with England Para Football squads;
- Provide emergency pitch side care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, including equipment reviews/checks and Emergency Action Plans;
- Coordinate with squad Doctor and squad Physical Performance Coach, in conjunction with the Para Football Rehabilitation Physiotherapist/Physical Performance Coach to ensure that players undergoing rehabilitation programmes are adhering to advice and remote monitoring;
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with England Para Football national coaches and performance support staff to ensure an effective multi-disciplinary approach to Physiotherapy delivery;
- Comply with all pre-/post-camp and tournament meetings and ensure up-to-date attendance for all mandated training (i.e., ATMMiF, UKAD Advisor, CRC check, Safeguarding, Mental Health Training) to facilitate compliance with all safeguarding policies;
- In conjunction with the squad Doctor, ensure the accurate documentation of injuries updates (both on camp and away camp) on the PMA software system and participate in all necessary audits and governance projects within the Para Football pathway;
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with the Para Football Player Health Lead, the Para Football Lead Performance Doctor, and the Para Football Performance Support Lead, to ensure a smooth and effective transition of care for any injuries that are reported on or off camp;
- Contribute to the implementation of the Para Football Player Health Strategy.
- Execute additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and well-being can be maintained.
- As part of The FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role. Casual work is conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory DBS check result, which will be fairly considered on a case-by-case basis, in line with legislation and government guidance.

What Will You Need?

Essential for the role:

- Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered;
- Member of the CSP;
- BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy;
- Current ATMMIF qualification, or recognized equivalent;
- Experience as a physiotherapist in sport;
- Knowledge of the unique demands of Para sport;
- Excellent evidence-based physiotherapy and immediate care skills;
- Outstanding ability to communicate and build relationships with players, coaching staff, and other stakeholders (e.g., parents);
- Experience using medical documentation software (e.g., Kitman Labs);
- Track record of successfully integrating into an MDT in the sports setting;
- Evidence of previous lone working.

Beneficial to have:

- MSc in Sports Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Medicine, or another related field (or currently completing);
- Experience of working in Para sport;
- Experience in working in international sport and travelling with squads;
- Experience in working in international or club football;
- Experience in working in women's football;
- Evidence of undertaking virtual consultations and delivering rehabilitation remotely;
- Knowledge and experience of implementing a preventative model of care at a systems level.

What's in it for you?

We pride ourselves on offering a competitive rate of pay as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role.

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, and by doing this, we offer top-of-the-range facilities across two core business locations. We have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English football. We are also delighted to have a world-class Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire, which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of The FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role. Casual work is conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory DBS check result, which will be fairly considered on a case-by-case basis, in line with legislation and government guidance.