Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist

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

Job summary

AFC Wimbledon Women is looking for a Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist to join their Medical department. This role involves providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for elite female footballers while ensuring compliance with health and safety policies. The candidate should hold a relevant degree and be passionate about women's football, offering flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration required.
• In-date EMFA qualification is essential.
• Ability 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

Emergency first aid

Injury management

Rehabilitation planning

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, Manchester

Client:

AFC Wimbledon Women

Location:

Manchester, 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 seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable individual eager to enter women’s football at Tier 3, working with elite female footballers.

We are looking for Chartered Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, or Sports Rehabilitators to join our Medical department. The Medical Therapist plays a key role in our long-term vision.

The successful candidate will work within a Tier 3 women’s football club, providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for all women’s players, including occasional involvement with pathway players.

The role requires flexible working hours, including weekends, midweek sessions, and occasional overnight stays. This is a great opportunity for proactive individuals passionate about football. Opportunities for internal CPD will be available, and staying current with literature, scope of practice, and practical skills is essential.

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 about 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 on 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 play or participate in football at a high level
• MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation