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Physiotherapist, GUILDHALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA
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Physiotherapist – Student Services Department
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and student-focused Physiotherapist to join our busy Student Services Department. This role is ideal for a qualified practitioner looking to apply and further develop their clinical expertise within a specialist higher education performing arts environment.
This varied and rewarding role provides a high-quality physiotherapy service to students across the School of Music and Drama, with a particular focus on performance-related musculoskeletal conditions affecting music, drama, and production arts students.
Working in partnership with distinguished artists, ensembles, and companies, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting student recovery, physical wellbeing, and performance readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions across performing arts disciplines.
- Work autonomously and collaboratively, managing a clinical caseload and making sound clinical decisions, while contributing to a multidisciplinary student support environment.
- Provide accessible, in-person clinical care during term time to support students in their training and performance schedules.
- Foster a positive and proactive approach to injury prevention and health promotion, tailored to the physical demands of performing arts training.
- Maintain accurate clinical records with attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
- Develop trusting relationships with students, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice within the department.
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Core Qualifications & Experience
- HCPC-registered Chartered Physiotherapist with proven experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating musculoskeletal conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage a clinical caseload, and make evidence-based clinical decisions.
- Passion for student wellbeing, injury prevention, and health promotion in a higher education setting.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Extensive experience within a student-facing or performing arts context is desirable but not essential if transferable skills are demonstrated.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent time management, organisational abilities, and focus on quality clinical record-keeping.
- Commitment to collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to adapt to the specific physical demands of performing arts training.
Location & Availability
- On-site position during term time (due to in-person clinical support requirements).
- Full-time role based at Guildhall School of Music and Drama, City of London.
About Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Our Vision
Networked university بسیار through hallmark performance.uldhall School is an internationally recognised conservatoire and drama school, offering world-class professional training in partnership with leading artists, companies, and ensembles. We are committed to innovation, research, and lifelong learning, while maintaining the highest standards for our students.
Our Awards & Recognition
- Consistently ranked world leader in performing arts education
- #1 in the Complete University Guide 2023 for Arts, Drama & Music
- Top 10 global performing arts institution (QS World University Rankings 2023)
- #1 for Music in the Guardian University League Tables
- A leading higher education institution promoting creative and professional practice.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Guildhall School is committed to equality and inclusion, and we encourage applications from:
- Candidates from Black, Asian, and other Global Majority backgrounds
- Those identifying as LGBTQIA+
- Candidates with disabilities
- Individuals from underrepresented groups in the arts sector
We are an active participant in the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. Adjustments will be made to our recruitment process to support disabled applicants throughout.
Additional Information
Essential Documentation
- Application must include a completed application form.
- Applications submitted after the deadline (12pm on July 27, 2026) will not be considered.
Conditions of Service
- Enhanced DBS check with adult barred list clearance is mandatory for this role.
Contact & Application Details
- Closing Date: 27th July 2026 (by 12pm on Monday)
- Interviews: Planned for the week commencing 7th August 2026
To apply, visit: 🔗 Physiotherapist Job Details | City of London Corporation
For further details, contact: 📞 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) 📞 020 7332 3732 (Minicom service for hearing-impaired applicants)
Reference: OOGS9290
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
The Guildhall School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All employees must endorse this commitment.
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