Arsenal Football Club
First Team Physiotherapist - AWFC
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First Team Physiotherapist – AWFC Medical and Performance Department
About the Role
We are seeking a First Team Physiotherapist to play a pivotal role within the AWFC Medical and Performance department. You will work closely alongside the Performance Physiotherapist, Female Health Physiotherapist, and Rehabilitation Physiotherapist to provide essential medical support for the Arsenal Women First Team and Academy, ensuring optimal athlete health and performance.
In this exciting and critical role, you will deliver high-quality matchday assistance, daily physiotherapy treatment, and rehabilitation, making a significant contribution to the department’s objectives.
We are one of the most renowned football clubs in the world, recognised for our heritage, success, and community-driven values. Beyond performance, we offer wide-ranging career opportunities, fostering a culture built on courace, community, and ethical excellence.
Who We Are
Beyond football, we are a club committed to:
- Our community, delivering local impact.
- Progress, through courageous action.
- Ethics, doing what’s right—always.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding We prioritise safety, requiring successful candidates to undergo DBS checks (basic, standard, or enhanced, depending on the role) as part of our background verification process.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
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Build Impactful Relationships
- Establish trusting, winning partnerships with players to optimise their general health, performance, injury risk management, and recovery.
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Deliver Elite Injury & Performance Support
- Lead best-in-class injury management and rehabilitation strategies.
- Collect and analyse data to identify performance and injury trends.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based recovery strategies.
- Oversee the return-to-performance phase of rehabilitation.
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Matchday & Training Support
- Provide on-site medical assistance at all matches and training sessions.
- Organise, manage, and transport medical equipment efficiently.
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Drive Rehab Innovation
- Accurately diagnose injuries and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Provide prognostic guidance and return-to-play timelines to the team.
- Contribute to evidence-based decision-making frameworks for common injuries.
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Maximise Player Availability
- Ensure optimal performance and availability through judicious decision-making and physiotherapy interventions.
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Collaborate Across the Medical Team
- Support the evaluation of rehab/treatment effectiveness.
- Work closely with other medical and performance professionals to enhance shared decision-making on injury treatment and prevention.
- Provide daily reports on player status to the Head Coach.
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Bridge Club-International Medical Connections
- Build strong working relationships with international medical teams to ensure seamless player transitions.
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Ensure Compliance & Best Practices
- Assist in auditing AWFC squad cardiac screenings for First Team and Academy players.
- Maintain the FA Injury Audit in collaboration with Physiotherapists.
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Pre-Signing Medicals
- Support the physiotherapy team in conducting pre-contract medical assessments for new players.
What We Are Looking For in You
Elite Experience in Sport
- Proven expertise in elite-level athlete care, with a strong track record in diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries.
Credentials & Qualifications
- BSc in Physiotherapy.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Advanced Emergency Aid Certification (Level 5 ATMMiF).
Clinically Versatile Mindset
- Knowledge of conventional and alternative treatments, grounded in evidence-based practice with experienced-based learning.
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Soft Skills
- Proactive, engaging leader— capable of educating, advising, and motivating players and staff.
- Exhibition of performance excellence with an inclusive team culture.
- Strong collaborative skills, valuing multidisciplinary teamwork for athlete benefit.
- Exceptional communication— ability to tailor tone for clarity and impact.
- Growth mindset, eager to develop skills and refine departmental best practices.
- High organisational and adaptability— strong administrative, prioritisation, and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Why Join Us
At Arsenal, we nurture a sense of trust and belonging, grounded in our club values. As a Gunner, you’ll enjoy:
🔹 Competitive rewards & recognition. 🔹 Generous holiday package (increasing with tenure). 🔹 Advanced learning & development opportunities. 🔹 Full health & wellbeing benefits. 🔹 Discounts on club partnerships. 🔹 CASE’S Employee Networks to support Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.
Arsenal for Everyone – Our Commitment
We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring all voices belong within the Arsenal family. We are a Disability Confident Leader:
- Actively welcome applications from disabled individuals and those with long-term health conditions.
- Support reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Indicate needs in your application.
- If eligible, candidates may apply for interviews via Disability Confident Scheme.
Application Closing Date: Sunday, 12th July 2026
Note: Position may close early if high application volumes are received. Apply promptly.
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