Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AFC Wimbledon Women are searching for a Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist to join their Medical department. The role entails providing vital physiotherapy and rehabilitation services to elite female footballers, ensuring compliance with health policies and enhancing practical skills through in-house CPD sessions.

Qualifications

• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration required.
• In-date EMFA qualification needed.
• Experience working with high-level athletes preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emergency first aid

Clinical assessments

Communication

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, Glasgow

Client:

AFC Wimbledon Womens

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 to work within the progressive world of 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 club, providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for all women’s team players, including occasional involvement with pathway players.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emergency first aid during training and matches
• Conduct clinical assessments of injured players prior to 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 availability
• Participate in in-house CPD sessions
• Support the development of 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 treating semi-professional women’s footballers
• The ability to participate in football at a high level
• MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation