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Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist, Chesterfield
Client:
AFC Wimbledon Women
Location:
Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
Job Description:
AFC Wimbledon Women are looking to recruit a dedicated, self-motivated, and knowledgeable individual eager to work in women’s football at Tier 3, supporting elite female footballers.
We seek Chartered Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, or Sports Rehabilitators to join our Medical department. The Medical Therapist plays a vital role in AFC Wimbledon Women’s long-term vision.
The successful candidate will work within a Tier 3 women’s football club, providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation for all women’s players from the 1st team and occasionally pathway players.
Candidates should be flexible with hours, including weekend matches, midweek sessions, and occasional overnight stays. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, staying current with literature, understanding scope of practice, and enhancing practical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide emergency first aid during training and matches
* Assess injured players clinically before games
* Maintain detailed injury and treatment records, uploading them to our platform
* Communicate regularly with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and players about injuries and availability
* Participate in internal CPD sessions
* Support the development of junior therapists within the women’s pathway
* Ensure compliance with club policies on health and safety, equality, safeguarding, and confidentiality
Qualifications and requirements:
* BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation
* HCPC/BASRaT/SST registration
* In-date EMFAif qualification (and willingness to maintain yearly reaccreditation)
* Willingness to work with high-level athletes on injury management and rehabilitation
* Medical insurance suitable for treating semi-professional women’s footballers
* Ability to participate in football at a high level
* MSc in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation
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