KRUFC are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Physiotherapist on a match play part time basis. The primary aim of this role is to provide matchday medical management for the Senior Squad. Playing in the seventh tier of English Rugby (Yorkshire 1), the successful applicant will be expected to be present at home and away match days on a Saturday throughout the season August – May.

Please apply by sending a cover letter and a CV to Director of Rugby Dan McGee dan@keighleyrufc.com

Key Responsibilities (include but are not exclusive to):
– Providing pitch-side cover and assistance for 1st XV matches both home and away.
– Communicate effectively to senior management (Coaches, Director of Rugby, General Management) and Lead Physiotherapist, David Cook.
– Maintaining accurate and up to date notes, in-line with the RFU Minimum standards
– Undertaking injury reporting data in line with RFU requirements
– Communicating with Lead Physio to Manage medical budget for supplies throughout the season

Essential
-Minimum 5 years experience in Musculoskeletal setting.
-Health Professions council registered.
-Member of the Chartered society of Physiotherapy.
-Evidence of Post graduate experience training related to Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
-Experience of Taping and Strapping.
-A full and valid UK Driving Licence with own transport.

Preferred
-Post graduate Massage Training
-Previous experience in managing Players in a sports club setting.
-RFU PHICIS qualification or the ability to work towards Qualifications BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy / Graduate Sport Rehabilitation
-Accreditation CSP /HCPC / BaSRat Pitchside 1st aid / trauma qualification or willingness to undertake this training.

Key Relationships
-Director of Rugby: Dan McGee
-Team Manager: Luke Carter Lead
-Physio: David Cook
-1st XV Squad Players

Provided by the Club
-Club kit package (items TBC)
-Medical Equipment including a Physio Room and Club Gymnasium.