Job Description

24,179 Per Annum

37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30-5pm, Friday 8.30-4.30pm, 1 Hour Lunch Break

Are you passionate about sports therapy and developing athletes to reach their full potential? Bishop Burton College is seeking a skilled and motivated Academy Sports Therapist to join its dedicated Commercial Sports Department.



In this role, you will deliver high-quality sports therapy services to our Sports Academy students. Working alongside a team of coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, and the Lead Sports Therapist, you will assess, treat, and prevent injuries while supporting athletes with rehabilitation and performance optimisation.



You will be expected to provide regular pitch-side first aid for training sessions and matches, maintain accurate medical records, implement structured prehab programmes, and contribute to a safe and supportive environment for all academy players. Occasional support across academies may also be required.



This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and is committed to athlete welfare and performance. You will need a BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation, a pitch-side first aid qualification, and membership of either BASRat or the Society of Sports Therapists. Previous experience in a professional or semi-professional sports setting and knowledge of up-to-date rehabilitation techniques is essential.



Applicants should be enthusiastic team players with excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of current injury prevention strategies and safeguarding procedures.



Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.



For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please

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Bishop Burton College

promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.

Benefits

In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:


Local Government Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions 40 days leave including 25 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract Cycle to work scheme Free car parking A range of on-site catering facilities Optional health cash plan Employee Assistance Programme Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym Dedicated health and wellbeing programme Career development opportunities Free will writing service Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption pay Free eye tests

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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at

human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk

or telephone 01964 553167.

Closing date: Thursday 17th July 12 noon

Interview date: Friday 25th July

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.