Job Description
Newcastle Falcons are looking to appoint a qualified physiotherapist to oversee medical cover for their junior and senior academy programme. Newcastle Falcons is currently undergoing exciting changes and at the forefront of this there has been a massive expansion of the
Academy under manager Mark Laycock.

This is an exciting opportunity for a physiotherapist to join the medical department at Newcastle Falcons. The successful applicant will directly report to the Head Academy Physiotherapist and will be responsible for the provision of sports physiotherapy to the Academy and assisting the Head Academy Physiotherapist in developing this service. The successful applicant will be responsible for sports physiotherapy service provision at training and matches to full and part time academy players and junior players involved in the schools, clubs and AASE scheme. There will also be some scope to assist in treating the 1st XV when able. The multi-disciplinary team at Newcastle Falcons consists of coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, nutritionists, SEM consultant, Trauma consultant, GP, sports physiotherapists and masseurs.

This role will require a high standard of communication to liaise with and develop the school and club programme for all age group players. The applicant will also require a flexible approach to working hours as the job involves evening and weekend working. Regular in-service training and external CPD funding will be provided as will mentoring and regular appraisal.

This role would be ideal for physiotherapist with 1-2 years experience and looking for an opportunity to work in a unique sporting environment.

Job Specifications:
Qualifications:
BSc (Hons) / MSc Physiotherapy qualification
CSP and HCPC registered
ICIS (or equivalent) sports trauma qualification.

Knowledge and Experience:
Experience working with young athletes
Experience of Sports Medicine
Experience of working in a professional sports environment
Knowledge of the unique demands of professional rugby
Knowledge of up to date injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies
Knowledge of screening and profiling young athletes

Personal Qualities:
Self motivated with an excellent work ethic
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work unsupervised
A desire to work in high performance sport, work hard and improve professionally as a physiotherapist.

How to apply
To apply please send a CV and cover letter, or for more information on the job role please contact Matt Tinsley by email: matt.tinsley@newcastle-falcons.co.uk

If you have not heard within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful.