Sports Therapist

Livewell Health; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health and wellbeing provider as a self-employed Sports Therapist, where you'll deliver exceptional injury rehabilitation and sports massage services across various locations in the UK. This role offers flexibility and the chance to work with a diverse clientele, from athletes to corporate clients. You'll assess injuries, create tailored treatment plans, and provide hands-on therapy, all while enjoying the support of a collaborative team. If you're passionate about improving health and performance through expert care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Access to Extensive Client Network

Opportunities for Professional Development

Optional Administrative Support

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Sports Therapy or equivalent diploma.
• Professional indemnity insurance and up-to-date qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments and develop customized treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy including sports massage and rehabilitation techniques.

Skills

Sports Massage

Injury Rehabilitation

Client Assessment

Treatment Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Degree in Sports Therapy

Level 3/4/5 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy

Tools

Therapeutic Equipment

Client Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Self-Employed Sports Therapist (Injury Rehabilitation & Sports Massage)

Location: Various Locations across the UK (based on client needs) - We can usually accomodate any location.

Job Type: Self Employed / Contractual

Reports to: Clinical Director / Managing Director / Practice Manager

About Us:
Livewell Health is the UK’s leading provider of health and wellbeing services, with a team of 100 professionals offering services to domestic and corporate clients and events nationwide. We specialise in high-quality soft tissue therapies, such as massage, physiotherapy, medical acupuncture, and more. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care to improve the health and wellbeing of our clients across diverse environments, from in home settings, clinical settings, corporate settings to major sporting events.

Job Overview:
We are looking for a self-employed, experienced Sports Therapist to join our team to provide injury rehabilitation, sports massage, and related services. You will work with a diverse client base, from corporate clients to athletes and event participants, domestic clients in helping them recover from injuries, improve performance, and maintain overall physical health. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated therapist who enjoys working independently while being part of a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed client assessments to evaluate injuries, physical conditions, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement customised treatment plans to address injuries and promote recovery.
• Provide hands-on therapy, including sports massage, joint mobilisations, and other rehabilitation techniques.
• Educate clients on injury prevention strategies, stretches, and exercises to enhance recovery and performance.
• Document client treatment plans and progress reports, maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals where necessary to ensure comprehensive client care.
• Maintain a clean, sanitised, and organized treatment space in line with health and safety standards.
• Manage your own schedule and bookings with flexibility while adhering to agreed service standards.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Sports Therapy (e.g., Degree in Sports Therapy or Level 3/4/5 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy).
• Professional indemnity insurance and up-to-date qualifications.
• In-depth knowledge of sports injuries, rehabilitation techniques, and human anatomy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management skills.
• Experience working in athletic, or clinical settings is advantageous.
• Flexible working hours and autonomy over your schedule and location.
• Access to Livewell Health’s extensive client network.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and additional training.
• Supportive team environment with optional administrative support.

Other Considerations:

To join our team, there are 3 Grade Levels, 1, 2 and 3. Grade 1 is a full time therapist available for more than 30 hours a week, a Grade 2 is someone who works only some hours such as evenings and weekends, and a Grade 3 is event and corporate clients only. Depending on your level, there are some initial costs involved:

Grade 1 - £350 per month service fee, this includes Calendar, Email, Workwear, Full Administrative support and as many clients as you can handle each week. There are no other costs or commissions to pay livewell.

Grade 2 - £120 Joining Fee for your Calendar, Email, Workwear and Onboarding. There is then a £30 a month service fee for your calendar and email and you will be required to pay commissions of between 20-30% on all bookings.

Grade 3 - £80 Joining Fee to cover the cost of your workwear and onboarding.

A detailed PDF of the options can be provided.

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated sports therapist looking for flexible, rewarding work and the opportunity to work with diverse clients, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience and areas of expertise to [e-mail]. Please mark this email FAO Steven Hartill (Managing Director).

Livewell Health is committed to promoting equal opportunities and inclusivity in the workplace.