Head of Physiotherapy – Partick Thistle Football Club
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: Maximum £45,000pa, dependent on experience
Contract: Full‑time, permanent
A leading professional football club in Scotland is seeking an experienced and driven Head Physiotherapist to lead and develop its medical and performance department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role at the heart of the club’s first‑team operations, working closely with coaching staff to optimise player health, fitness, and performance.
The Role
As Head Physiotherapist, you will take overall responsibility for the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of players, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care. You will lead the medical team, manage injury prevention strategies, and play a vital role in keeping players match‑fit throughout the season.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the club’s physiotherapy and medical services
Design and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes
Provide pitch‑side emergency aid and match‑day medical support
Work collaboratively with coaching, sports science, and performance staff
Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with governing body regulations
Oversee player recovery, load management, and return‑to‑play protocols
Contribute to continuous improvement of medical and performance practices
Required skills & qualifications
Chartered Physiotherapist with relevant professional accreditation
Proven experience in elite sport, ideally within professional football
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent clinical reasoning and decision‑making under pressure
Up‑to‑date knowledge of sports injury management and rehabilitation techniques
Flexible and committed, with the ability to work evenings and weekends
Previous experience as a Head or Senior Physiotherapist
Experience working within multidisciplinary performance teams
What We Offer
Opportunity to work within a high‑performance professional environment
Competitive salary, bonuses and benefits package
Career progression within a well‑established, ambitious football organisation
If you are passionate about elite sport and ready to take the lead in a dynamic football environment, we would love to hear from you.
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