Senior First Team Physiotherapist Organisation Stockport County Football Club Salary Available Upon Request Location Carrington, Manchester Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 15 June 2025 Job Description About Stockport CountyFounded in 1883, Stockport County are one of the country’s longest established football clubs. Initially formed as Heaton Norris Rovers, the Club officially became Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport and have been based at Edgeley Park since 1902.The team currently competes in Sky Bet League One, the third tier of the English Football League, after winning the 2023–24 Sky Bet League Two title.Role OverviewWe are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Physiotherapist to join our Men’s First Team. As a Senior First Team Physiotherapist, you’ll play a pivotal role in Diagnostics, Injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimisation for our first-team squadKey Responsibilities• Assist in the diagnosis and planning of rehabilitation programmes following injury and illnesses.• Deliver individualised rehabilitation programmes to maximise player availability. • Drive injury and illness prevention strategies as part of a collaborative Medicine and Performance Department. • Provide match-day medical cover (home & away).• Collaborate with performance and coaching staff in a multi- disciplinary team.• Maintain up-to-date medical records and contribute to evidence- based practice.• Support the medical injury and illness audit.Essential• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy CSP & HCPC Registration.• FA Level 5 ATMMiF (or equivalent trauma qualification, PHICIS RFU).• 5+ years’ experience in elite sport • Strong clinical skills in MSK injury management and rehabilitation.• Excellent communicator and collaborator and demonstrable experience of working within an MDT. • Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, competitive setting.Desirable• MSc in Sports Medicine/ Strength and Conditioning or Advanced Physiotherapy (or working towards).• Multisport experience at Elite level and/ or extensive experience working in the football environment• Experience of supporting senior athletesBenefits• Competitive salary• Discount on SCFC retail products• Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets• Access to online discount system perk box• Opportunities for professional development and growth• Be part of a dynamic and exciting team• The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football clubStockport County Promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.Safeguarding: Stockport County Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. Roles will be subject to a DBS check. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities. How to apply To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to HR@stockportcounty.com Share X LinkedIn Email