Lead First Team Physiotherapist

Organisation: Stockport County Football Club
Salary: Available Upon Request
Location: Carrington, Manchester
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 18 March 2026
Job Description: About Stockport County

Stockport County is a club on the rise. For the past 11 years, we've finished higher every season, climbing from the National League North to finishing 3rd in League One, which has built on our rich and storied history that dates to 1883.

With bold ownership, a strong leadership team, and a forward-thinking board, we're embarking on our next chapter of growth. This includes significant investments in renovating our stadium and training facilities, and the recent reinstatement of our academy, laying strong foundations for the future.

Beyond the pitch, Stockport is transforming into a vibrant cultural hub in the Northwest. Our town boasts a thriving and rapidly growing arts, entertainment, and culinary scene, making it an incredibly dynamic place to live and work. We're passionate about our town and the local community, specially creating opportunities for young Stopfordians to find opportunities and thrive.

With our rapid progression and shared trajectory, we believe we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Stockport County and the wider community to rise together and establish ourselves on both the national sporting and cultural stage.

Role Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic physiotherapist to join our men’s first team. The postholder will play a pivotal role in Diagnostics, Injury and illness prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimisation for our first-team squad.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead 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 Medical and Performance Department.
• Assist in managing club emergency action planning & processes
• 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.
• Assist in the production and maintenance of Medical Department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
• 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, with demonstrable experience of working within an MDT.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, competitive setting.

Desirable

• MSc in Sports Medicine, Advanced Physiotherapy or Strength and Conditioning (or working towards).
• Multisport experience at Elite level and/ or extensive experience working in the football environment
• Experience of supporting senior athletes

Benefits

• 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 club

Personality & Culture Fit

· Confident communicator who can build trust with players and staff
· Proactive problem-solver with a growth mindset
· Team player who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance culture

Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a club application form as part of their application.

Stockport 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: Safeguarding at Stockport County Football Club is everyone’s responsibility, and we strive to ensure it is the golden thread through all the work we do.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults who engage in any club activities, all posts (including interns and volunteers) are subject to relevant background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. This includes appropriate references, DBS and right to work checks.
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to HR@stockportcounty.com