Head of Medical

Rotherham United FC; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham United FC is seeking a Head of Medical to lead the club’s Medical Department and oversee all medical matters for the First Team. The role involves optimising player availability through best scientific and medical practice and building a professional network, including university links for student placements and research.

The successful candidate will lead the medical team, set high standards, and communicate with other medical departments.

Qualifications

• Qualified physiotherapist registered with CSP and HCPC.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, screening, rehabilitation and injury prevention in professional sport.

Responsibilities

• Lead all medical matters for the First Team.
• Take primary responsibility for clinical diagnosis and treatment of first-team injuries.
• Set and maintain high standards within the medical environment.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of medical and performance practitioners.
• Communicate effectively with other medical departments across the club.
• Build relationships with external institutions, including universities.

Skills

Physiotherapist

Leadership

Injury prevention

Communication

Education

HCPC registration

CSP registration

Job description

Rotherham United is looking for a Head of Medical to lead the club’s Medical Department and all medical matters for First Team players.

The Role

Under the Head of Performance and Medicine, you will optimise player availability through the best scientific and medical practice, lead the medical team and build a professional network, including university links for student placements and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all medical matters for the First Team
• Take primary responsibility for clinical diagnosis and treatment of first-team injuries
• Set and maintain high standards within the medical environment
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of medical and performance practitioners
• Communicate effectively with other medical departments across the club
• Build relationships with external institutions, including universities

About You

• A qualified physiotherapist registered with the CSP and HCPC
• Strong leadership and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, screening, rehabilitation and injury prevention in professional sport
• Understanding of training load monitoring and periodisation
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• A full, clean driving licence

Key Details

• Location: Rotherham
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £50,000 per year
• Closing date: 31 October 2026