Sports Massage Therapist (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible bank shifts

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Circle Reading Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Sports Massage Therapist to join the Physiotherapy department on a bank (as-and-when-required) basis in Reading. You will supplement staffing during busy periods and cover for annual leave.

Deliver treatments to aid recovery, assess posture and movement, and explain benefits to patients. Maintain high hygiene standards and accurate treatment records. Level 3 or 4 Diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Strong hands-on massage skills and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and injury recovery.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of professional boundaries and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sports massage therapy to treat soft tissue dysfunction, reduce muscle tension, and support recovery from injury or exercise.
• Adapt massage techniques to suit individual patient needs, conditions, and treatment goals.
• Carry out basic assessments of posture, range of motion, and soft tissue condition to inform therapy approach.
• Communicate clearly with patients to explain treatment techniques, benefits, and aftercare advice.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, infection prevention, and professional conduct.
• Keep accurate, timely records of all treatments delivered, including patient feedback and progress notes.

Skills

Diploma Level 3

Diploma Level 4

Hands-on massage

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 or 4)

Job description

Sports Massage Therapist (Bank)
Circle Reading Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £20.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Sports Massage Therapist to join their team of staff in thePhysiotherapy department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Deliver sports massage therapy to treat soft tissue dysfunction, reduce muscle tension, and support recovery from injury or exercise.
• Adapt massage techniques to suit individual patient needs, conditions, and treatment goals.
• Carry out basic assessments of posture, range of motion, and soft tissue condition to inform therapy approach.
• Communicate clearly with patients to explain treatment techniques, benefits, and aftercare advice.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, infection prevention, and professional conduct.
• Keep accurate, timely records of all treatments delivered, including patient feedback and progress notes.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Strong hands-on massage skills and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and injury recovery.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of professional boundaries and patient confidentiality.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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