East London Sport – Physiotherapist (Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities)

Organisation: University of East London (East London Sport)
Location: University of East London, Docklands Campus (Beckton)
Contract Type: Part-Time and Full-Time Opportunities Available (Self-Employed Contractor)
Salary: £40,000-45,000 dependent on experience and working arrangement

The University of East London (UEL) is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact within the communities we serve, inspiring both staff and students to reach their full potential.

The University of East London is a TASS Dual Career Accredited site and prides itself on the flexible support it offers student athletes. Taking an athlete-centred approach in everything we do ensures the wellbeing and success of the individual is prioritised. This enables us to develop professionals both within and beyond sport. Our performance programme supports international and national-level athletes to achieve success whilst studying at UEL.

Physiotherapy Opportunities – Expressions of Interest

East London Sport is seeking expressions of interest from committed and enthusiastic physiotherapists interested in joining our dynamic medical and performance support team.

We are open to hearing from clinicians seeking part-time or full-time opportunities, with flexibility available depending on experience, availability, and the needs of the programme.

Successful candidates will contribute to physiotherapy support, treatment, rehabilitation and injury prevention across our high-performance and university sport programmes, including support for:

• East London High Performance Programme (HPP)
• East London Talent Pathway Athletes (Flete)
• Sport England Talented Pathway Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS)
• East London Phoenix Basketball Franchise
• University sport and competition environments where required

This role may involve a combination of clinic-based work, athlete rehabilitation, screening and profiling, multidisciplinary collaboration, and game side or event medical cover. Some evening and weekend commitments may be required throughout the year.

You will work alongside professional, aspiring professional, TASS and university athletes within an integrated support team including physiotherapists, osteopaths and strength and conditioning coaches.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes
• Work closely with coaches and support staff to maintain and restore athlete fitness and performance
• Conduct athlete screening and profiling to support injury prevention and prehabilitation strategies
• Provide physiotherapy support and treatment to TASS-affiliated and performance athletes
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records and reporting requirements
• Support the provision of medical cover for fixtures, competitions and training environments where appropriate
• Liaise professionally with athletes, coaches, parents and multidisciplinary staff within professional confidentiality guidelines
• Promote anti-doping awareness and best practice in line with university expectations
• Contribute to athlete medical updates and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Provide physiotherapy guidance and support across East London Sport performance programmes

Essential Requirements

• BSc or MSc (Pre-Registration) degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration or eligibility for registration
• Membership or eligibility for membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Minimum three years post-graduate physiotherapy experience, including relevant sports physiotherapy experience

Desirable Experience

• Postgraduate qualifications in Sports Therapy, Sports Medicine or Rehabilitation
• Additional qualifications or experience in:
  • Manual therapy
  • Kinesiology taping
  • Dry needling or acupuncture
  • Strength and conditioning
• Experience working with elite athletes or within a multidisciplinary sporting environment

We are looking for motivated, adaptable and athlete-centred practitioners who are passionate about supporting performance sport and developing within an elite sporting environment. Through East London Sport and TASS, clinicians have access to a collaborative and developmental environment alongside experienced practitioners.