Women’s Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Women’s Team at Watford Football Club.

We are looking to recruit a Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist to be a part of a forward-thinking team responsible for day-to-day delivery of high-level injury prevention, injury rehabilitation and pitch side first aid /emergency care for our Womens Team in the FA Women’s National League.

You will play a key role implementing systems and infrastructures required to deliver high level injury prevention, injury rehabilitation and pitch side first aid / emergency care and ensure that these processes are supported, documented, and reviewed appropriately, in collaboration with the rest of the Club medical staff.

You will be required to attend all training sessions and competition matches played by the Club throughout the season and pre-season, as well as providing or arranging equivalent services to players during the off season to ensure continuity of treatment.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business.

Applicants should ideally live local to Watford or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or non-UK resident with a valid UK work permit and ideally have experience working within a similar role.

You must have:

• Degree Qualification in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation
• Proof of Professional Registration (CSP, HCPC, SST, BASRaT)
• Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate (or working towards)
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel to various locations due to the demands of the role

You would ideally have, but not vital:

• Experience of working within elite sport
• Level 4 First Aid Qualification (FA ITMMIF) (or working towards)

As a regulated activity provider and as part of the short-listing process we may:

1. Complete reference requests prior to interview.
2. Carry out an online search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence process.
3. If your application is successful be required to obtain a DBS disclosure at the appropriate level (role dependant)

Club Commitment:

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding:

We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that club policies, procedures, and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.

Application Process:

1. Please download and complete an application form located on the Club website under the career section (Club/ Careers) www.watfordfc.com/club/careers
2. Please send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all relevant qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and your CV via email to [contact hidden] or by post HR Admin, Watford Football Club Training Ground, Bell Lane, London Colney, Hertfordshire, AL2 1BZ.
3. If you require information in regards how to complete the application form please refer to ‘Application Form guidance notes’ which can be found on the Club website under the career section (Club/ Careers) www.watfordfc.com/club/careers
4. Please note depending on the role and if shortlisted reference request may be taken up prior to interview.