Job Description

We are Bolton Wanderers in the Community. One Club, One Community, One Town.

A sport-for-development charity based in Bolton that offers employees the opportunity to deliver life-changing work that makes an impact alongside colleagues who share a mutual passion for improving people's lives. We are looking for passionate and motivated staff who will help us to achieve our vision of 'A Connected Bolton Without Disadvantage'.

Our mission is to use the power of Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) to inspire, support and deliver positive change. Through intervention, prevention and targeted engagement we create sustainable pathways that transform lives. By working together, we connect people, enabling communities to thrive and succeed.

We continue to be an innovative and forward-thinking charity that works in partnership with local, regional and national organisations to achieve the greatest outcomes for our beneficiaries.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and engaging Sessional Physiotherapist to join our amazing team working within our Community Football division.

The Location:

Bolton Wanderers in the Community (BWitC) is based at the Toughsheet Community Stadium, the home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club. Situated in the heart of the North-West, we are commutable from Manchester, Preston and Liverpool with great transport including strong public transport and motorway links. Middlebrook retail park is adjacent to the stadium which offers an abundance of options for lunch and leisure.

Experience

Knowledge and experience of working with children and young people. 2 years' experience providing physiotherapy for a sport team Experience of working as part of a team with other staff and/or coaches. Understanding of Bolton Wanderers in the Community's football programmes.

The role:

Provide evidenced based treatment & rehabilitation of injured players Provide support on a range of Football Development match days/fixtures. Provide effective assessment and appropriate treatment interventions for all players and providing support for diagnosis and treatment plans. Maintain accurate records of injuries and medical interventions to include injury reporting form, remedies, and treatment plans. To understand and implement the Charity's Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment. To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires. To work towards agreed objectives. Comply with all Charity policies. Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.

Your Skills:

Written and verbal communication skills Organisation, planning and record keeping skills IT skills and a knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes A passion to strive for continual improvement and a commitment to delivering a quality service Ability to work both individually and as part of a team Ability to prepare and present monitoring reports Strong organisational and communication skills. Outgoing and approachable personality

Essential:

BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy or near completion. HCPC membership. CSP membership. Medical indemnity. A full UK driving license. Previous experience of working with sports people. The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Why Should You Apply?

Work for a forward-thinking, progressive charity that consistently has a positive impact on people's lives. Great benefits including, employee discount, a commitment to CPD opportunities for staff and free staff parking onsite. We are committed to ensuring that staff have a strong work life balance. Staff have the ability to blend their approach to home and office working when appropriate, with BWitC priding itself on its flexibility.
Bolton Wanderers in the Community (BWitC) seek to ensure that all children and young people are protected and kept safe from harm while they are with staff and volunteers within Bolton Wanderers in the Community's activities. Everyone at Bolton Wanderers in the Community has a safeguarding responsibility to all work colleagues, fans and any vulnerable adults and children.

We require all candidates to complete our application form to apply for the role. Please email hr@bwitc.org.uk to request a form. CV's are not accepted.

For an informal discussion on the role or for more information please call 07856914319.

Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing applications as they come in, and this vacancy will close as soon as we have identified a shortlist of qualified individuals.

Closing date - 17th July 2025.

Interviews to take place week commencing 21st July.

Pay: 13.15 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

2 years' experience providing physiotherapy for a sport team: 2 years (required) working with children and young people: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025