First Team Masseur

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the wellbeing and readiness to train of the first team squad
• Deliver massage therapies to players pre and post matches and training sessions
• Provide massage therapy as a recovery strategy for players
• Provide manual therapy to injured players in collaboration with physiotherapy staff
• Collaborate with other medical team members to ensure a holistic approach to injury treatment and prevention.
• Maintain appropriate records of all treatments provided
• Evaluate the effectiveness of applied techniques.
• Participate in the team’s internal continuing professional development.
• Joint responsibility to maintain an elite environment at all times
• Joint responsibility to ensure clean and tidy work spaces and medical room
• Attend matches and act as a match day massage therapist both home and away as required
• Duties for matches to include but limited to player preparation strategies, transportation of equipment and ensuring a clean, tidy and elite environment
• Provide support to the medical team in the team hotel pre-match.
• Uphold and promote the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.
• Abide by all rules and requirements as set out and communicated by the club, this includes following the rules of the “Club Handbook”.
• Follow any reasonable requests by your line manager or Head of Medical Services to support the wider team.

MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Expertise in understanding and delivering massage therapy.
• Consistently set and maintain high standards of work performance and deliver quality efficiently.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, databases, presentation software, and internet use.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for football and a commitment to player health and performance.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as required.
• Be an ambassador for Luton Town Football Club presenting the club in a positive image at all times.

Education/Qualifications/Training:

Essential

• Minimum Level 4 Sports Massage
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with elite-level athletes.
• Experience managing/assisting with sports injuries.

Additional Information:

• This a Full-Time role
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Health & Safety:

Employee requirements:

• Maintain up to date knowledge of Health & Safety related guidance and processes within your role and in line with the Club’s Health & Safety Policy.
• Consider the Health & Safety implications of all actions and inaction within your role.
• Support and uphold agreed standards for Health & Safety compliance, including assisting in accident, dangerous occurrence and near miss investigations within your role.
• Follow and adhere to; safe management systems and working practices in line with the Club’s Health & Safety Policy.
• Ensure you have been briefed and are confident in using any equipment prior to use and seek guidance from your line manager as required.
• Regularly review risk assessments, safe working, and management systems associated with your role.
• Liaise regularly with the Club’s appointed Health & Safety representatives to support and maintain compliance
• Maintain records of all Health & Safety issues within your role and area of responsibility.