Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AFC Wimbledon Women is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to support elite female footballers. This role involves providing physiotherapy services for a Tier 3 women's football team, ensuring player rehabilitation and injury management while offering opportunities for professional development. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and possess a commitment to working with high-level athletes.

Qualifications

• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration required.
• In-date EMFA qualification needed.
• Willingness to work with high-level athletes.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency first aid during training and matches.
• Conduct clinical assessments of injured players.
• Maintain detailed injury and treatment records.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Injury Management

Education

BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation

MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation

Job description

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Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist, Cardiff

Client:

AFC Wimbledon Womens

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

AFC Wimbledon Women are looking to recruit a dedicated, self-motivated, and knowledgeable individual eager to work within women’s football at Tier 3, supporting elite female footballers.

We seek Chartered Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, or Sports Rehabilitators to join our Medical department. The Medical Therapist plays a vital role in AFC Wimbledon Women's long-term vision.

The successful candidate will work with a Tier 3 women’s football team, providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for all women’s players, including occasionally working with pathway players.

Applicants should be flexible with working hours, including weekends, midweek sessions, and occasional overnight stays. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, including internal CPD, staying current with literature, and enhancing practical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emergency first aid during training and matches
• Conduct clinical assessments of injured players before games
• Maintain detailed injury and treatment records, uploading them to our platform
• Communicate regularly with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and players regarding injuries and player availability
• Participate in in-house CPD sessions
• Support the development of junior therapists within the women’s pathway
• Ensure compliance with club policies on health and safety, equality, safeguarding, and confidentiality

Qualifications:

• BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation
• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration
• In-date EMFA qualification (and commitment to annual reaccreditation)
• Willingness to work with high-level athletes, including injury management and rehabilitation planning
• Suitable medical insurance for treating semi-professional women’s footballers
• Ability to participate in football at a high level
• MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation