Lead Physiotherapist (British Gymnastics)

The Opportunity

The UK Sports Institute and British Gymnastics have an exciting opportunity for a full time Lead Physiotherapist working in Lilleshall.

A snapshot of the role

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Physiotherapist to take on a lead role in the development and delivery of physical health strategy and services in British Gymnastics. Through the leadership of a connected network of practitioners, this role will ensure a highly advanced and specialised musculoskeletal Physiotherapy provision to the World Class Programme (WCP). Working collaboratively across the interdisciplinary support team, the position will be responsible for leading the strategic development and evaluation of physical health services across the WCP. The post holder will facilitate solutions to complex performance challenges to optimise athlete health and maximise availability for performance, including the leadership of athlete health related performance projects.

The successful candidate will be accountable for the delivery of world-leading Physiotherapy and health service provision across British Gymnastics and will lead the delivery of athlete management and rehabilitation strategies across the wider interdisciplinary support team. In addition, the post holder will provide leadership and clinical supervision to a team of practitioners within the performance support team alongside specialist consultancy to support the management of complex presentations across the WCP. The role also includes leadership and line management responsibilities to two Physiotherapists, and support to a consistent network of contract for services (CFS) Physiotherapists.

Location & Travel:

Please note this role is based at Lilleshall National Sport Centre but will require travel to gymnast clubs across the UK. The role involves some delivery at national training camps and competition, and travel to one international competition (circa 10 days) per year.

If you feel you can bring the expertise we require to help us shape our future, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At the UKSI we aspire to have a workforce that is diverse and representative of all sections of society, not only by characteristic but by thought and perspective.  We believe a diverse workforce enables growth and creates a sustainably inclusive workspace for all employees.

If there is something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, let us know!

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment here at UKSI.  All applications for all roles within our organisation will be subject to safer recruitment principles.  Applicants will be required to complete a self-declaration form, will have references checked and dependent upon role may be required to obtain Enhanced DBS vetting.

Application Method:

To be considered for this World Class Opportunity, candidates will be required to submit a CV and answer 3 application questions via the UKSI careers portal. The answers to the application questions should bring your CV to life by highlighting your relevant skills, experience and attributes that would make you the ideal candidate for this role.

Important:

Once you begin your application on the portal you will have the option to type your answers in a free text box, however if you would prefer, you may upload your answers with your CV. We ask that the answers to the questions are no more than 2 sides of A4. (please note that you can only upload 1 document to the portal so please ensure the questions appear either at the beginning or as a follow on from your CV)

Artificial Intelligence

: We are aware of an increase in the use of Artificial intelligence for applications. At the UKSI we are keen to get to know you as a person and AI-generated content may lack the specificity required and/or fail to address key criteria. We consider that personalised responses are essential to convey your individual skills, knowledge and experience. Therefore, to maintain the integrity and fairness of our recruitment process, we discourage the use of AI-generated content which may diminish your chances of success in your application. Please note this does not apply to the use of adaptive technology used to support an applicant's individual needs.

Key Dates for Applicants

Closing Date:

 6th March 2025

Interview Date:

11th March 2025

Additional information for applicants:

Please note that occasionally interview dates may be subject to change and may require additional stages. In these instances, we will do our upmost to ensure that candidates have sufficient notice and  preparation time.

If you have any questions regarding the content of the Job Description that you would like to discuss further, please email your enquiry to Recruitment@uksportsinstitute.co.uk.

Our Company

The UKSI delivers outstanding support that enables sports and athletes to excel.

Since 2002, and over the last four Olympic and Paralympic cycles, the UKSI has evolved quietly and effectively into an organisation consistently performing at a world-leading level, contributing to over 1,000 British Olympic and Paralympic medals.