First Team Head Physiotherapist - Women's Football
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2221 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, and Sheffield United Football Club is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 1224 (Leisure and sports managers and proprietors, Strategic oversight and budget management could make it a sports manager role), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Sheffield United Football Club what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2221 Physiotherapists Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
2259 Other health professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Contract Type: Full time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Dore Training Academy, Shirecliffe Training Academy
Department: Sheffield United Women: First Team
Line Manager: Head of Women's Football / Club Doctor
Salary: Dependent on experience
Post Reference: SUW0926-FTHP
Sheffield United Football Club are seeking a Head Physiotherapist to lead the medical provision across Women's Football, combining clinical expertise with strategic oversight of the Club's medical function.
The role will be responsible for the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of First Team players, while setting and maintaining high standards across the wider medical department. Working closely with the Human Performance team, the Head Physiotherapist will lead the development of evidence-based practice, medical governance, staff development and clinical processes, while providing strategic medical insight to the Head of Women's Football and Technical Board.
We are looking for an experienced physiotherapist with a strong background in elite sport, field-based rehabilitation and pitch-side care. The successful candidate will be a highly organised and motivated leader who is committed to developing people, improving practice and delivering consistently high standards of medical care across Women's Football.
Core Role Responsibilities:
- Fulfil the role of a chartered physiotherapist in the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of all injuries. Whilst also providing support and learning to all other medical staff across Women's Football.
- Lead on the development of evidence-based protocols for all areas of physiotherapist relating to Women's Football, using all available resources including the latest research and collaboration with clinical specialists.
Club Wide Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
- Report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
- Report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
- Adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
- Carry out and actively participate in all training requests as directed by the Club, including mandatory health and safety training, emergency procedures, fire safety, manual handling, safeguarding, and role-specific safety instruction.
Essential Criteria for the Role:
- BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy.
- Valid HCPC and CSP Registration.
- Experience of working within an Elite Sports Profession.
- Pitch Side Trauma Management qualification (ATMMiF).
- To hold an enhanced criminal record check through the Disclosure and.
- Barring Service.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Experience of field-based sports rehabilitation.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- A strong motivator, with high enthusiasm.
- Student of the professional, looking to improve and develop.
Company Description: Sheffield United Football Club is a historic professional football club based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, competing in the Championship, the second tier of English football. Founded in 1889 as an offshoot of Sheffield United Cricket Club, the club reflects the city’s industrial heritage and is nicknamed “The Blades” in recognition of Sheffield’s steelmaking history. Sheffield United has played its home matches at Bramall Lane since its formation, making it one of the oldest major stadiums still in use. The club offers a professional, high-performance environment for players and staff and is committed to developing both its men’s and women’s football programs.
Application Process
To apply, please complete our official application form, found on our websites vacancies page.
Please download and save the application form on our website before inputting information. If you require a paper copy please contact the HR department careers @sufc.co.uk or call 0114 253 7200.
Completed application forms must be submitted via email to careers @sufc.co.uk stating the vacancy title in the subject or posted to HR, Sheffield United Football Club, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, S2 4SU.
Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.
Eligibility for Employment in the UK
In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received.
Equality and Diversity
Sheffield United FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.
Sheffield United FC are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like further information regarding the scheme and how we are able to support disabled persons within the workplace, then please contact our HR team at careers @sufc.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
Sheffield United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK. For further information on the Club's Safeguarding Statement please access the following link:
- sufc.co.uk/club/policies/ safeguarding-policy
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Sheffield United Football Club, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Physiotherapists (SOC 2221) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~55k in sample- Middle half £34,684–50,024
- Median £41,548
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