Job Description

About Stockport County

Founded in 1883, Stockport County are one of the country's longest established football clubs. Initially formed as Heaton Norris Rovers, the Club officially became Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport and have been based at Edgeley Park since 1902.

The team currently competes in Sky Bet League One, the third tier of the English Football League, after winning the 2023-24 Sky Bet League Two title.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic

Sports Rehabilitator

to join our

Football Education

team. The Sports Rehabilitator is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based medical support across all Football Education squads, both male and female. The post-holder will coordinate injury diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and screening programmes, while ensuring effective communication and collaboration with players, coaches, and external medical providers. They will also provide emergency match day cover, maintain up-to-date medical records, and contribute to a positive and professional culture that supports player development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

To co-ordinate and provide accurate evidence-based diagnosis and rehabilitation to all players, male and female, in the Football Education squads. To co-ordinate and provide emergency match day cover. To co-ordinate with external medical providers, providing clinical handovers pre and post appointments. To co-ordinate and perform screening for all Football Education players. To take an active role in all medical team meetings. To plan and develop effective pre and rehabilitation programmes for players based on screening outcomes in line with the most up to date academic and clinical evidence across all age groups. To monitor the effectiveness of injury management principles through clinical injury audits. To ensure effective, appropriate communication of injury updates are provided to player, coaches and the wider Football Education staff team. To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times including the requirement to undertake other duties and responsibilities as required. To ensure all medical notes are up to date within 24 hours of treatment and in line with HCPC standards. Manage and build relationships with all key stakeholders in line with the club's values. Promote a positive culture across all aspects of the full Football Education programme to support student/player development and retention rates.

Essential

Qualified therapist with appropriate governing body registration (HCPC/CSP/BASRAT/MSST).

Level 2 Pitch side Qualification.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to use a variety of communication tools.

Team player who can work well within a wider team of football coaches, teachers and other support staff.

Strong organisational and administrative skills.

DBS check with children's barred list check.

UK driving licence.

Reliable and committed to working flexible hours.

Good understanding of sporting injuries and commonly avoidable injuries.

Understanding of current clinical guidelines and relevant legislation.

Genuine team player.

High level of discretion maintaining strict confidentiality.

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Committed.

Flexible.

Desirable

Knowledge of EPPP standards and working practices. Experience of working in a football academy. ITMMIF qualification. FA Safeguarding Children Qualification. Recent and relevant professional experience in sports performance environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary Discount on SCFC retail products Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets Access to online discount system perk box Opportunities for professional development and growth Be part of a dynamic and exciting team The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football club
To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to HR@stockportcounty.com

Closing Date - 3rd June 2025

We anticipate that the start date for this role will be July 2025.

Stockport County Promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Safeguarding:

Stockport County Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. Roles will be subject to a DBS check. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,396.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/06/2025