Head of Physiotherapy
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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
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.
To apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter to [contact hidden] outlining your suitability for the role.