Heart of Midlothian FC
Academy Matchday Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist
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Organisation
Heart of Midlothian plc
Salary
Competitive hourly rate.
Location
Oriam - Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
Contract type
Permanent (Part time)
Closing date
19 August 2026
Job Description
Position: Academy Physiotherapist / Sport Therapist
Department: Performance
Report to: Head of Academy Physiotherapy
Location: Oriam - Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
Salary: Competitive hourly rate.
Hours: Casual position - zero-hours contract. You will be offered work when available based upon the academy schedule, which will include weekends matchdays and mid-week evening clinics.
Closing Date: 19 August 2026 - Close of play
Heart of Midlothian Football Club is a Premiership Scottish Professional Football Club based in Edinburgh with Elite Academy Status. The Club is looking to recruit an Academy Physiotherapist and Academy Sport Therapist on a casual basis, to cover home academy matchdays which take place at Oriam in Edinburgh.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing pitch-side cover during matchdays across our academy squads ensuring appropriate assessment and treatment of injuries is provided to players. If you have an Undergraduate Degree in Physiotherapy or Sport Therapy and are passionate about working within an Elite Academy – we would love to hear from you.
Academy Physiotherapist / Sport Therapist Responsibilities:
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- Provide physiotherapy/sports therapy cover during academy matchdays including emergency on-pitch care and treatment when required
- Liaise with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and Academy Coaches to assess players’ health status and contribute to informed decision-making on players’ fitness and readiness to train or play
- Work collaboratively with other members of the performance department including doctors, sport scientists, nutritionists, and other specialists.
- Ensure adequate handover notes are provided to the Lead Academy Physiotherapy following any matchdays attended.
- On occasion, provide physiotherapy cover of players during evening clinics at the Clubs training facilities including diagnosis, acute care and treatment, and short to long-term rehabilitation from injury. This includes the design and delivery of both pitch and gym-based exercise programmes.
Essential Experience, Qualifications & Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or equivalent.
- HCPC registered physiotherapist or member of The Society of Sports Therapists.
- Valid pitch-side care qualification such as NSFA, sportPROMOTE or SCRUMCAPS.
- Experience of providing pitch-side care (Desirable).
- Postgraduate qualification in Physiotherapy (Desirable).
- Currently based in Edinburgh or can reliably commute to Edinburgh and other locations as per the needs of the position.
- Able to evidence the Legal Right to Work in the UK.
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Essential Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to professional development.
- A strong work ethic with a passion for football.
- Excellent timekeeping and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- A high standard of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Confident IT user with basic computer skills.
What’s in it for you?
- Be part of an Elite Academy environment striving for constant improvement.
- Use of top of the range facilities.
- Opportunity for professional development.
- Hearts Way curriculum running from U8s-U19s.
How to apply
If you think that you are suitable for the position and meet the criteria above, please send a Covering Letter and CV to Recruitment@homplc.co.uk. The role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland as a condition of employment. Due to a high volume of applications, the advert may be closed earlier than the closing date stated above.
HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND FULLY COMMITTED TO THE SAFEGUARDING AND WELFARE OF VULNERABLE GROUPS. HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN IS A LIVING WAGE ACCREDITED COMPANY
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