Chiropodist/Podiatrist

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Department: First Team Medical
Reporting to: Head of Medical / Head Physiotherapist
Location: Leicester City Football Training Ground, Seagrave

Play a vital role in supporting player performance while working in a state-of-the-art football training environment. We are seeking an experienced Casual Chiropodist / Podiatrist to provide high-quality foot care to our Professional Football Players and, on occasion, staff. This flexible role sits within the Medical Department and plays an important part in supporting player availability, wellbeing, and long-term foot health at our modern, world-class training ground in Seagrave.

Working on a casual, as-required basis, you will deliver specialist chiropody and podiatry support aligned to the demands of professional football. You will be responsible for the assessment, treatment, and management of foot-related conditions common in high-performance sport, including delivering bespoke treatments and performing minor surgical procedures within your professional scope of practice. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary medical team including Doctors, Physiotherapists, Masseurs, a Practice Manager, and an existing Club Podiatrist who attends on an ad-hoc basis to provide biomechanical analysis and bespoke insoles.

What we are looking for:

• HCPC-registered Chiropodist / Podiatrist with a BSc Degree in Podiatry
• Clinical experience in sports podiatry, MSK practice or high-performance environments
• Strong experience managing athlete-related foot conditions
• Confidence performing sterile minor procedures within scope of practice
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with players
• Strong understanding of clinical governance and infection control
• Flexible and adaptable approach to align with training and match schedules

What you’ll do:

• Assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of foot conditions in professional footballers
• Deliver bespoke chiropody treatments including nail care, callus and skin management
• Perform minor surgical procedures such as blister management and nail treatments
• Manage acute and chronic football-related foot conditions
• Provide regular foot health checks to First Team and Academy players
• Advise on foot health, hygiene, injury prevention, boot fit and pressure management
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary medical team to support player care
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with data protection requirements
• Manage clinical supplies, equipment, and infection control standards
• Keep up to date with best practice in podiatry, chiropody and sports medicine

If you are looking for a flexible role in a state-of-the-art training ground where your expertise supports performance, prevention and player wellbeing, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within professional football.

About The Club:

Leicester City Football Club has a rich and proud history – we’re more than just a football club; we’re a community. Formed in 1884, we’ve achieved incredible milestones, including becoming Premier League champions in 2016 and winning the FA Cup in 2021. Our commitment to the local community, fans, and world-class experiences extends beyond the pitch. With the opening of our new state-of-the-art training ground in 2021, we continue to invest in our growth and success. Our team at Leicester City is more than just colleagues – we invite you to join our Club and experience the exciting opportunities of a life in the football industry!

Benefits Package:

Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits!

One City. One Club. One Leicester. Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community. If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs.

Next Steps:

We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights.