Academy Physiotherapist (PDP)
You'll be entrusted to provide expert level injury prevention, player assessment, treatment and rehabilitation strategies for all academy players in the U17-U21 age groups.
The Role
We are looking for an Academy Physiotherapist responsible for the day-to-day physiotherapy care of the U18 squad.
In this exciting role, you'll be entrusted to provide expert level injury prevention, player assessment, treatment and rehabilitation strategies for all academy players in the U17-U21 age groups.
Who we are
We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history, here.
Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking).
Your day-to-day
- Providing elite level rehabilitation - You will implement an expert level of evidence based rehabilitation for all injured Academy players
- Injury prevention - You'll be be proactive in the design, assessment and implementation of physical screening and injury prevention programmes
- Player treatment- You will attend external clinics, consultant appointments, surgery and any other appointments to ensure a professional level of care and rehabilitation of Academy players
- Medical compliance - You'll ensure that medical services comply with current EPPP guidelines and maintain up to date pitch side emergency first aid qualifications in accordance with Premier League guidelines (ATMMiF)
- Act as a trusted ambassador for our club - You will diligently maintain our child protection, health, safety and equal opportunity procedures and you'll conduct yourself with the utmost discretion with regards to the confidential nature of our club operations
What we are looking for
- Qualified Specialist – You’ll have achieved a BSc or MSc degree level qualification in Physiotherapy be MCSP and HCPC registered and have valid Level 5 FA ATMMiF pitch side trauma qualification
- Proven background in sport – You have extensive experience working with elite athletes and a proven track record of implementing medical and rehabilitation services
- Excellent communicator - You're able to communicate complex information in a simple and understandable way
- Best-in-class relationship building skills - You build professional relationships with ease and act with influence to motivate change
- Courageous team player - You've successfully worked within a diverse and collaborative performance support team
- Flexible and adaptable mindset - You come with exceptional prioritisation skills and are able to respond to the demands of elite football
- Proactive and versatile approach - You're always on the front foot and looking for different ways to apply your expertise
Why choose us
At Arsenal, we want everyone to feel a sense of trust and belonging, so we are proud of both our club values and also what we offer to our employees. As one of our Gunners, you will receive:
- An exciting reward and recognition scheme
- Generous holiday allowance which increases with your length of service
- Great internal learning and development programmes
- A flexible hybrid working model
- Priority access to apply for match tickets
- A competitive health and wellbeing benefits package
- A leading Employee Assistance Programme
- Great discounts with some of our Partners
Arsenal for Everyone
Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion, so that everyone connected to the club feels like they belong to the same Arsenal family. We believe that diversity of background, skills and experience drives our success on and off the pitch.
Disability Confident Leader
We are a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
If you are likely to meet the definition of being a ‘disabled person’ according to the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme - please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We therefore require successful candidates to complete a DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting their employment. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, a DBS will be either a basic, standard, or enhanced check.
Application Closing Date - Friday 5th September 2025
Please note: we reserve the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. We encourage you to get your application in sooner rather than later.
Good luck!
- Business areas
- Football
- Role
- Sports Medicine & Performance
- Locations
- Sobha Realty Training Centre