Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AFC Wimbledon Women are seeking a Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to provide vital rehabilitation services to their elite female players in a Tier 3 women's football club. The candidate will engage with high-level athletes, ensuring compliance with health standards while supporting their pathway to success. Opportunities for continuous professional development are available in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• BSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Rehabilitation required.
• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration needed.
• In-date EMFA qualification mandatory.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emergency first aid

Clinical assessment

Injury management

Rehabilitation planning

Education

BSc degree in Physiotherapy

MSc in Physiotherapy

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Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist, Cheltenham

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

AFC Wimbledon Women are looking to recruit a dedicated, knowledgeable individual eager to enter women’s football at Tier 3, working with elite female players.

We seek Chartered Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, or Sports Rehabilitators to join our Medical department. The role is vital to AFC Wimbledon Women’s long-term vision.

The successful candidate will work within a Tier 3 women’s football club, providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for the 1st team and occasionally supporting pathway players.

Applicants should be flexible with working hours, including weekends, midweek sessions, and occasional overnight stays. This position offers opportunities for 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
• Maintain detailed injury and treatment records, uploading them to our platform
• Communicate regularly with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and players regarding injuries and availability
• Participate in in-house CPD sessions
• Support junior therapists within the women’s pathway
• Ensure compliance with club policies including health and safety, equality, safeguarding, and confidentiality

Qualifications and requirements:

• 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
• Medical insurance suitable for semi-professional women’s footballers
• Ability to participate in football at a high level
• MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation