U21’s / Assistant 1st Team Physiotherapist

Organisation: Millwall Football Club
Salary: TBC on Interview
Location: Millwall FC Training Ground, Calmont Road, Bromley BR1 4BY, UK
Contract type: (Full time)
Closing date: 23 January 2026
Job Description: Salary: Dependent on experience

Location: MFC Training Ground, BR1

Hours of work: 40 hours (a week)

About us:

Established in 1885, Millwall Football Club is one of the most famous football clubs in England. Currently competing in the EFL Championship, they play their home games at The Den, which is based in South Bermondsey, and has been the home of the Club since 1994.



Role Overview:

Millwall Football Club are looking to recruit a highly efficient team player who is flexible, motivated and keen to develop Physiotherapist for the U21s squad, reporting directly to the Head of Medical and Head of Performance at Millwall Football Club.

It will be your responsibility to plan and lead the medical care for all players in the U21s squad, including pitch-side cover at all matches, maintenance of the playing squad and rehabilitation of injured or unwell players, liaising closely with coaching staff and other disciplines within the academy and first team setups.

Key Responsibilities:

The role includes, but is not limited to:

· Ensure appropriate medical provision for all U21 training and matchdays.

· Provide pitch-side first aid and trauma management at U21s matches.

· Lead and perform U21s medical screening and cardiac screening in line with first team methods and academy requirements.

· Assess and manage all injuries and illness within the U21s squad, including appropriate treatment, rehabilitation and referrals where required.

· Liaise with first team and U21 coaching staff on a daily basis regarding player availability.

· Maintain daily contact with academy medical staff and provide regular updates to U21s coaches with regards to U18 availability.

· Design and deliver individualised injury prevention programs.

· Design detailed injury rehabilitation plans from early stages through to return to play, including both delivering gym and pitch-based rehabilitation.

· Refer for further medical investigations where appropriate and liaise with medical specialists regarding complex cases.

· Maintain medical records and note taking in line with clinical governance of the relevant governing bodies and in keeping with academy audit requirements.

· Conduct medical screening of trialists and assist in the administrative activities regarding their trial periods.

· Provide daily updates for player whereabouts as part of the anti-doping measures.

· Provide weekly medical equipment checks on all U21s trauma kit, including stock takes for medications and update the Club Doctor as required.

· Ensure adequate cover for players undergoing prolonged rehabilitation throughout the offseason period.



Essential Requirements / Qualifications:

· Chartered Physiotherapist registered with the HCPC.

· FA Advanced Trauma and Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF).

· FA Safeguarding qualifications.

· Experience working in a football setting.

· Knowledge of anti-doping regulations.

· Engages in regular CPD activities.

· Work flexibly and be open to travel extensively in the UK.

Desired Requirements/ Qualifications:

· MSc in an associated field (E.g. Sports Therapy/Rehabilitation, Sports Science).

· UKAD Clean Sport Advisor.

· Relevant qualifications around the role (E.g. dry needling/acupuncture).

· Hold a full clean UK driving license.

· Experience in use of MS Office products.



To Apply: To comply with safer recruitment procedures for the Club we are unable to accept CV’s.

Please ensure that you complete our standard application form (which is available via a link on our website). If you do require assistance in any part of the application process please contact us via recruit@millwallfc.co.uk

Application Form Link: www.millwallfc.co.uk/club-information/work-for-the-lions/application-form

All applications need to be sent to recruit@millwallfc.co.uk

Due to the quantity of applicants expected, only those short-listed will be notified.

Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd January 2026

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation. All employees may be required to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably requested.

Millwall Football Club are fully committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discrimination. We will work to address areas of under-representation and disadvantage in all aspects of our operations, activities and services. In practice, this means that we will respect the needs of each and every individual regardless of their differences; and to this end we will deliver our operations, activities and services in such a way so as to ensure that that no one is excluded.

‘Millwall FC is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. The successful candidate may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information given.’

Safeguarding Policy Statement

Because of the nature of the work undertaken by The Millwall Football and Athletic Company (1985) Limited (MFC), it is required by law to have in place robust safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of children, young people and adults at risk. To ensure that MFC meets that duty - and as part of a proactive, integrated and consistent approach to safeguarding - the organisation has developed a Safeguarding Handbook.

What is safeguarding?

Safeguarding is the action that is taken to promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and protect them from harm. Safeguarding means protecting people from abuse, maltreatment, neglect, harm and/or exploitation. Through MFC setting up and following good safeguarding policies and procedures, it means that children, young people and adults at risk - that come into contact with our organisation - are protected from those that might pose a risk. All organisations that work with (or come into contact with) children, young people and adults at risk are required to have safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure that everyone - regardless of their age, gender, religion or ethnicity - can be protected from harm.

MFC’s Safeguarding Ethos

MFC will always seek to provide protection to any person that receives our services. To this end MFC will provide staff and volunteers with guidance on procedures they should adopt in the event that they suspect a person may be experiencing, or be at risk of, harm. MFC believes that a no one should ever experience abuse of any kind. MFC have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk to keep them safe. MFC are committed to work in a way that protects them. This Safeguarding Policy Statement applies to everyone that comes into contact with MFC - including as applicable - the Board of Directors & Executive Team, Senior Managers, Staff, Agency Staff, Contractors, Suppliers, Volunteers, Students on work experience, as well as anyone else working on behalf of MFC. This policy also applies to any other person that engages with the work of MFC and includes parents, carers, families and other visitors to MFC premises.

Safeguarding at MFC

MFC places the safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk as its prime focus and has developed full safeguarding policies and procedures. To underpin the approach, MFC ensures all of its management team, staff members and volunteers have been fully trained in safeguarding to enable the organisation to live and breathe its approach. In developing MFC’s safeguarding policies and procedures, the organisation has adopted the following three-part safeguarding strategy which focuses on:

1.      Getting the right people involved with MFC

This is achieved through adherence to MFC’s Safer Recruitment Policies and Procedures.

2.      Creating a safe environment for children, young people & adults at risk

This is achieved by providing all required safeguarding training, support and best practice advice; and further guidance by the effective communication of MFC’s Codes of Conduct.

3.      Promoting clear systems to deal with any safeguarding concerns

This is achieved through implementation of all MFC’s policies and procedures relating to safeguarding.

A full copy of MFC’s Safeguarding Handbook is available by speaking with (or contacting) the MFC person responsible for safeguarding.
How to apply: How to Apply: To comply with safer recruitment procedures for the Club we are unable to accept CV’s. Please ensure that you complete our standard application form (which is available via a link on our website). If you do require assistance in any part of the application process, please contact us via recruit@millwallfc.co.uk Application Form Link: www.millwallfc.co.uk/club-information/work-for-the-lions/application-form All applications need to be sent to recruit@millwallfc.co.uk Due to the quantity of applicants expected, only those short-listed will be notified. Closing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026