Job Description

Hartpury Sports Academy Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist
18.75 Hours per Week (0.5)
Fixed term until August 2027
12,654 - 13,371 based on an FTE 25,307 - 26,742 per annum
About the Role

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy or sports therapy services to student athletes and clinic patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation
• Provide pitch-side medical support during training and matches, and lead on concussion management and education across Hartpury teams
• Design tailored rehab and performance strategies, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimise athlete care
• Supervise and mentor interns and undergraduate students, while maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to in-service training and audits
• Support the continuity of service by deputising for senior therapy staff and participating in ongoing service and professional development initiatives

About You

• Degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, or Sports Rehabilitation
• Member of HCPC/CSP, SST, or BASRaT
• 2+ years post-grad experience, ideally in pro sport, clinic, or hospital
• Experience with developmental athletes
• Additional qualifications (e.g. SMA L5, Acupuncture) preferred
• RFU PHICIS L2 or L3, or able to obtain within 6 weeks
• Meets hepatitis B immunity requirements or can comply within 6 weeks
• Strong team player with excellent communication and motivational skills
• Committed to ongoing CPD
• Reliable, proactive, and adaptable under pressure

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service pro rata
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 18th July 2025.
Interviews will be on Friday 25th July 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.