Women's Physiotherapist

Provides world-class physiotherapy support to all athletes within the Women's first team squad, leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of professional-level assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation programmes. It sits within the Medical and Performance team and works closely with the interdisciplinary team to develop elite-level rehabilitation and return-to-play processes. The postholder also contributes to the wider Physiotherapy department and supports the day-to-day medical and performance needs of the squad.

• Provide world-class physiotherapy support to all athletes within the Women's first team squad, leading, planning, coordinating, and delivering professional-level assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation programmes.
• Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all MUWFC athletes.
• Provide accurate assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and effective rehabilitation for players who have sustained an injury.
• Deliver specialised and individualised player rehabilitation programmes, using an established philosophy and rehabilitation method, including gym-based and pitch-based football-focused rehabilitation programmes.
• Work as a member of the Medical and Performance team to further develop elite-level rehabilitation and return-to-play processes.
• Coordinate the transition of all injured players within the squad back into training and matches, in collaboration with all members of the Medical and Performance interdisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the development of the wider Physiotherapy department through ongoing learning and a commitment to departmental in-house CPD programmes.
• Carry out annual and weekly medical and performance screening protocols, using gathered information to develop individualised prehab programmes aimed at preventing injuries and improving performance.
• Contribute to the day-to-day treatment, management, and maintenance of non-injured players, including making recommendations around training modifications when indicated.
• Provide written reports and daily communication on the rehabilitation status of injured players under your care, and communicate relevant information to the wider interdisciplinary team where appropriate.
• Provide soft tissue treatment for pre- and post-training sessions and/or at home and away matches as required.
• Regularly stock take and replenish medical supplies.
• Accompany players to medical consultations, possibly at short notice, ensuring the player receives optimal care and advice at all times, which may include longer travel periods when required.
• Assist with the on-field medical management of players.
• Ensure that all medical records, physical screening, and treatment information is kept in accordance with Manchester United Physiotherapy Service Standards, and maintain detailed medical records on the club's medical record system.

• Health and Care Professions Council registration (HCPC).
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP).
• FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF).
• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy.
• At least two years of experience working effectively within a professional sporting interdisciplinary team, with experience of leading on the rehabilitation of common and complex football injuries.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment skills.
• Evidence of leadership skills within a high-performance sporting environment.
• Highly experienced in the planning and delivery of gym-based and pitch-based football rehabilitation programmes, utilising an established process and method.
• Competence with the interpretation of objective outcome measures during rehabilitation and as part of athlete screening.
• Sound personal qualities and interpersonal skills, including effective communication, teamwork, self-motivation, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to advise, build trust with, and motivate athletes.
• Excellent organisation and administrative skills, with an eye for detail.
• Sound understanding of sport science principles to guide recommendations around training modifications.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings/weekends, travel to home and away games as required, and attend pre- and in-season tours including overseas travel as required.

• Master's degree in a subject relevant to the role.
• In Sport Science.
• Experience within the professional football environment.
• Experience of working with the female athlete and a strong understanding of female health needs and requirements.
• Experience with objective outcome measurement equipment such as Isokinetic Dynamometry (Biodex) and VALD systems.

• Work is based at Manchester United's iconic offices, enabling connection and innovation.
• Involves travel to home and away matches and pre- and in-season tours, including overseas travel as required.

• Annual Incentive Scheme to reward dedication and hard work.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days.
• Electric Vehicle scheme via Octopus and cycle to work scheme.
• Health Cash Plan supporting everyday healthcare needs.
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace.
• Exclusive Discounts through the United Rewards platform, giving access to exclusive deals from the club and partners.
• Gym facilities in onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities.
• Enhanced family leave benefits and policies.
• Enhanced career development with access to professional learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning and internal training programmes.
• A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth.