Crystal Palace F.C.
Academy Physiotherapist (Casual Contract)
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**Casual Contact Sports Therapist/P Matilda Roles – Crystal Palace Football Club
Job Location: Academy Training Ground, Br9 1NZ Contract Type: Casual Contact (0-hours) Deadline: 5th July 2026
Who We Are
Crystal Palace Football Club is a Premier League club with over 160 years of proud history. Spanning three sites—Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and the Training Ground/Academy—we foster a dynamic, inclusive culture where employees and fans thrive.
Our mission centres on professionalism, excellence, and continuous growth—on the pitch and beyond.
About This Role
Crystal Palace FC is seeking qualified part-time sports therapists/physiotherapists to join our Cat 1 Academy Medical Department, covering weekly match-day medical provision for academy players.
Responsibilities
- Assess and manage acute injuries/pitchside medical emergencies within qualified clinical scope.
- Remain flexible, committing to evenings, weekends, and unsocial hours.
- Work under the guidance of our Academy Physiotherapists and Head of Academy Medical, delivering emergency services and reporting to players/parents.
- Maintain fixture/session coverage quotas on a monthly basis to ensure employment.
- Follow dedicated injury-protocol procedures.
- Uphold and promote Medical Department values and policies.
- Perform other duties as deemed suitable by your senior team.
- Endorse Club policies (including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and Equal Opportunities).
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Experience, Skills & Qualifications
✅ Education or Registration:
- BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy/Sports Therapy (or equivalent).
- FA Level 5 ATMIFF (preferred) or Level 4 ITMIFF (tolerated).
✅ Trauma/Certifications:
- UEFA or RFU Pitch-Side Trauma equivalent (Level 3 PHICIS or similar).
✅ Professional Experience: Memorable in MSK settings and ideally a professional sports environment.
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✅ Registration or Indemnity: Professional insurance through registering bodies.
Our Commitment to Equality
At Crystal Palace FC, we champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). We are committed to cultivating a supportive workplace where all backgrounds feel valued and have equal opportunities—whether as employees, participants, or stakeholders.
Disabilities & Reasonable Adjustments
We are a Disability-Confident Employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
If you require accommodations during recruitment (e.g., access support, application adjustments), contact:
- dlo@cpfc.co.uk (for disability-related queries only).
- For vacancy details: cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk.
Safeguarding
All job holders are legally mandated to uphold child/vulnerable adult safety. You will undergo enhanced DBS checks before appointment.
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