Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Academy Part Time Therapist

DEPARTMENT:

Academy Medical

REPORTS TO:

Lead U9s - 16s Therapist

LOCATION:

Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground and any away venue required

HOURS:

Casual

DATE:

January 2026

We are Wolves. Progressive, determined, bright, unified and humble. A pack that is hungry for

success. Wolves is one of the fastest growing professional football clubs in the UK, and also boasts

one of the richest histories in the beautiful game.

Formed in 1877, Wolves was a founder member of the Football League, and was one of the


country's most successful sides in the fifties and sixties. During a two decade spell the Black


Country's most decorated side won three First Division titles and one of its four FA Cups.




Fast forward 70 years and Wolves are back amongst football's elite, in the Premier League for an


eighth successive season; but now we compete as a sports and entertainment business across


multiple brand verticals. As a challenger club, Wolves dare to be different, which is why creating


world class propositions in esports, fashion and music are all part of our ambitious plans.




At Wolves, we don't simply look to the future, we seize it.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and

adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This means that

the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club's commitment to

safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk

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Job purpose

The role of the Academy Therapist is to provide emergency medical treatment to Academy players.


As a result, this role will contribute to the success and achievement of the academy programme. A


key component of this role is the ability strive for excellence to ensure that the optimal service is


provided for the academy players and the medical department. This role is responsible to Head of


Academy Performance Services.

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Key responsibilities

To provide emergency medical treatment to Academy players to the best of their ability within the
confines of their scope of practice (dependent upon qualifications)
The role holder must ensure they are adequately equipped to fulfil the above duties and to ensure
that any medical equipment used is in good, safe working order. If equipment is not present, or is


not in working order, a full-time member of the medical staff must be informed immediately
To follow the instructions of senior staff and to ensure that they are present at all venues at the
agreed time
To assist other members of academy staff in safeguarding and always protecting the welfare of the
children



To maintain all qualifications certifying that they are up to date and that adequate qualifications
are held to undertake the duties being asked
To have a good understanding of all WWFC Emergency Action Plans and be confident in
implementing these plans should an emergency situation arise
Liaising with parents as required Reporting directly to the Schoolboy Physiotherapist Any other duties at the request of the Head Academy Physiotherapist and Schoolboy
Physiotherapist
Where required, complete the mandatory qualifications and relevant Continued Professional
Development requirements as required by the Elite Player Performance Plan and associated


governing bodies (The Football League, The Football Association)

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General responsibilities

Compliance with Club policies


Compliance with the Club's health and safety procedures


Compliance with the Club's safeguarding policies


To promote the Club's values of progressive, humble, determined, bright and unified


To work consistently to embed equality & diversity into the Club


To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected


To maintain professional conduct at all times

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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion,


supporting the organisation's strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play


an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to


opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging


where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.

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Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults


at risk. We expect all those associated with WWFC to share this commitment. This means that the


post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club's commitment to


safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk.

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Key relationships

To work alongside a team of Academy Therapists on a weekly basis (likely to only work on the same
evening/day as 2-3 other part-time medical staff).
At times to work alone - providing the sole medical cover for individual training sessions or games. To directly report to the full-time Academy Physiotherapist on a daily basis. Head of Academy Performance Services

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Scope of role

Flexibility in this role is essential - ability to work irregular and unsocial hours as required. Work
may be subject to change with less than 24 hours' notice on occasions
You must cover both Academy home and away games and be prepared to travel Work will regularly be outside 'normal' working hours, in evenings, weekends and bank holidays You must attend all CPD/in-service training sessions organised throughout the season

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title: Academy Part Time Therapist

Knowledge: the level and breadth of knowledge to do the job e.g. understanding of a defined system,


method or procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc


Essential


An understanding of Safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk and wellbeing


considerations


FA Level 4 Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football Qualification


Good knowledge of the EPPP Premier League Guidelines and W.W.F.C. Club Philosophy





Desirable


Experience with providing medical treatment in a sports related industry





Technical/work-based skills: skills specific to the job e.g. language competence, typing skills, coaching skills


etc


Essential


FA Level 4 Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football Qualification


General skills and attributes: more general characteristics e.g. flexibility, communication skills, team working


etc


Essential


Understanding of how to work safely with children, young people and adults at risk to uphold


Safeguarding best practice


Understanding of how to work safely with children and/or vulnerable adults and uphold generally


accepted practice when working with those participants


Promote, adhere to and implement the Club's Equality Policy and to work consistently to embed


equality and diversity within Club


Ability to work as part of a team


To work with initiative


To have excellent interpersonal skills


Availability for flexible working hours


Experience: proven record of experience in a particular field, profession or specialism.





Essential


Working with children and/or vulnerable adults


At least 2 years of experience working in a similar role


Qualifications: the level of educational, professional and/or occupational training required





Essential


Sports Rehabilitation or Sports Therapy Degree


FA Level 4 Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football Qualification


This position is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. The successful candidate must have a clear and


appropriate DBS certificate in place prior to commencing employment, in line with our Safeguarding


obligations







Desirable


Chartered Physiotherapist


FA Diploma in treatment of injury