Sports Massage Therapist – Self-Employed or Employed

Love Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused gym in Oxford is looking for a qualified Sports Massage Therapist to join their team for 8 hours per week, with possibility for expansion. You will deliver high-quality massage treatments, work collaboratively with personal trainers, and help promote inclusive practices for clients from diverse backgrounds. This role values empowerment and wellbeing, offering a supportive environment for both clients and staff. Compensation includes options for employed or self-employed roles.

Benefits

Supportive, inclusive team

Community-based recovery model

Fixed weekly shifts with potential for additional hours

Values-driven work environment

Qualifications

• Insured (if self‑employed) and up-to‑date with professional development.
• Passionate about inclusive practice and trauma‑informed care.
• Comfortable working within a gym environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide sports massage and recovery treatments.
• Maintain accurate client notes and treatment records.
• Collaborate with personal trainers.

Skills

Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 minimum)

Professional development

Inclusive practice

Trauma-informed care

Team collaboration

Client interaction

Education

Qualification in Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 minimum)

Job description

Sports Massage Therapist – Self-Employed or Employed

Location: The Project PT, Magdalen Road, Oxford.

Contract Type: Self‑employed or employed.

Hours: 8 hours per week to start.

Shifts: Thursday 4–8pm and Saturday 10am–2pm.

Pay

• Employed: £8,320 per year (for 8 hours / week)
• Self‑employed: 50 / 50 revenue split

About Us

The Project PT is more than a gym — we’re a community built around empowerment, inclusivity, and strength. We offer personal training and holistic recovery services that prioritise physical and emotional wellbeing. We are passionate about creating a safe, affirming space, especially for minority genders, trans people, and other marginalised groups.

The Role

We’re looking for a qualified Sports Massage Therapist to join our team for 8 hours per week, with room to expand as demand grows. You’ll play a key role in supporting our clients’ training journeys by delivering high‑quality massage and recovery treatments.

You’ll collaborate closely with our personal trainers to provide a joined‑up, client‑centred approach to fitness, injury prevention, and wellbeing. Your work will be a core part of our holistic ethos.

What You’ll Do

• Provide sports massage and recovery treatments to clients.
• Maintain accurate client notes and treatment records.
• Collaborate with personal trainers to support client progression and recovery.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming space for all clients.
• Champion accessibility, particularly for minority genders, trans clients, and people with diverse needs.
• Help grow the service as demand increases.

About You

• Qualified in Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 minimum).
• Insured (if self‑employed) and up‑to‑date with professional development.
• Passionate about inclusive practice and trauma‑informed care.
• Comfortable working within a gym environment and as part of a team.
• Reliable, professional, and great with people.
• Committed to our core values of equity, empowerment, and community.

Salary Options

• Employed: £8,320 per year based on 8 hours per week.
• Self‑employed: 50 / 50 revenue split.

We’ll work with you to choose the model that suits you best.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, inclusive team.
• Contribute to a growing, community‑based recovery and training model.
• Fixed weekly shifts with potential to add more hours.
• Work in a values‑driven environment that prioritises respect and wellbeing for both clients and staff.