Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist

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

Job summary

AFC Wimbledon Women are seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist to join their Medical department at a Tier 3 women's football club. The role involves providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services to elite female footballers, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess a BSc degree and be passionate about contributing to women's football.

Benefits

Access to internal CPD opportunities

Work with elite female athletes

Qualifications

• Chartered Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist required.
• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration essential.
• EMFAif qualification needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Emergency First Aid

Teamwork

Education

BSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation

MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation

Job description

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Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist, Lincoln

Client:

AFC Wimbledon Women

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 enter the progressive world of women’s football at Tier 3, working with elite female footballers.

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

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

Applicants must be flexible with working hours, including weekends, midweek sessions, and occasional overnight stays. This is an excellent opportunity for proactive individuals passionate about football. You will have access to internal CPD opportunities, stay current with literature, understand scope of practice, and enhance your practical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emergency first aid during training sessions 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 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
• Hold a BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation
• Maintain HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration
• Possess in-date EMFAif qualification and commit to annual reaccreditation
• Be willing to work with high-level athletes, managing injuries and planning rehabilitation
• Have medical insurance suitable for treating semi-professional women’s footballers
• Be capable of playing or participating in football at a high level
• Possess MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation