As part of our ambition to return Welsh Rugby to the top of the international game, player welfare and clinical excellence sit at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building a womens performance pathway that supports every athlete to develop, stay available, and perform — and that starts with outstanding medical and therapy provision at every level of the programme.
The Celtic Challenge is a critical part of our womens performance pathway, and this role is central to it. As Lead Therapist, you will deliver high-quality clinical care to a Celtic Challenge women’s squad, lead screening and injury prevention programmes, and play an active role in shaping an evidence-informed, female-focused approach to player welfare across the organisation.
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Salary: £31,000 - £37,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: WRU National Centre of Excellence, Hensol
Status: Full time, permanent
Positions available: 2
What you’ll do
* Deliver therapy services to a Celtic Challenge women’s squad across all training and fixtures
* Lead pre‑and post‑campaign screening programmes, including MSK, cardiac, and cognitive baseline assessment
* Design and implement female‑specific injury prevention programmes and player wellbeing education
* Ensure full clinical governance, including concussion protocols, medical records, and World Rugby compliance
* Contribute to applied research and support the wider Women’s International Pathway as required
What you’ll bring
* BSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation, with current CSP/HCPC, BASRaT, or SST membership
* Current pitch side qualifications meeting WRU Minimum Standards Criteria
* Proven experience as the lead clinician for an elite sports team
* Deep understanding of clinical governance, confidentiality, and GDPR within a performance sport environment
* Commitment to evidence-informed practice and female athlete health
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
WRU Requirements
The WRU require that individuals are proficient in IT skills, specifically Microsoft packages. Excellent written and verbal communications are essential, along with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and a Valid UK Driver’s License is desirable. This role is subject to a basic DBS check.
The Perks
* Salary Sacrifice Pension (5% employee contribution, matched by WRU)
* Life assurance scheme
* WRU Group Ticket Allocation (in line with ticketing policy)
* One additional paid day off (birthday leave)
* Employee assistance programme
* Team Tactics – hybrid working arrangements
* Free stadium parking and gym
* WRU Group store and tour discounts
* WRU Group partnership offers
* Eye Care Voucher Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Inclusion At The WRU
The WRU Group are committed to building diverse, high‑performing and engaged teams across Welsh Rugby. We are ambitious about providing a people‑first culture where everyone can belong, be heard and respected. We are happy to talk to you about our Crys I Bawb EDI Strategy (2024-2029) and you can also read more about our commitment in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
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