Grace Sampson
Rochdale,Lancashire
Summary
Accumulated over 600 hours of diverse experience in my time at university, encompassing rugby league, rugby union, professional football, and clinical environments. Within these placements I have gained confidence in many aspects of the job role. Including subjective and objective assessments, functional screening and manual rehabilitation techniques.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Student Sports Rehabilitator
Stockport County Football Club
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Conducted initial musculoskeletal assessments under supervision.
Assisted with injury prevention strategies and functional movement screening
Applied manual therapy techniques including soft tissue mobilisation and joint mobilisations under guidance.
Conducted thorough subjective assessments to gather relevant information on patient injury history, mechanism of injury, symptoms, and red flags.
Built professional rapport with athletes.
Monitored athletes during rehab exercises to ensure correct form and adherence to protocol.
Provided hydration and basic support to players.
Assisted with setting up and packing away equipment for training sessions and match days.
Student Sports Rehabilitator
Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Club
Huddersfield , Yorkshire
Supervised athletes during rehabilitation sessions to ensure safe and correct exercise performance.
Provided pitch-side assistance, including soft tissue treatment and hydration support for players.
Collaborated with First Team and Academy staff.
Developed rehabilitation programmes under supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Rehabilitation
University of Bolton
Bolton 09.2022 - 06.2025
Skills
- Musculoskeletal assessment – ability to conduct thorough subjective and objective evaluations
- Manual therapy techniques
- Exercise prescription – understanding of progressive loading and functional rehab
- Understanding of injury prevention strategies
- First aid & pitch-side trauma care (PHICIS Level 2)
- Use of modalities – eg, taping/strapping, cryotherapy, electrotherapy (depending on scope of practice)
- Experience in both sports settings and clinical work
- Communication skills / rapport building
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Sports Rehabilitation
University of Bolton
09.2022 - 06.2025
Student Sports Rehabilitator
Stockport County Football Club
Student Sports Rehabilitator
Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Club