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Contract: Full Time, 42 hours a week
Location: The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR
Department: First Team Sports Science and Medicine
Reporting to: Head of First Team Physiotherapy
Closing Date For Applications: 11th June 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Performance Physiotherapist to join our Men’s First Team medical department. This role is designed for a specialist who sits at the intersection of clinical excellence and athletic performance. The primary focus is not just the treatment of injury, but the proactive optimisation of physical robustness and the delivery of high‑performance strategies to keep our squad at their peak throughout the Premier League season. The successful candidate will work within a progressive medical and performance team, focusing on injury prevention, recovery protocols, and individualized performance maintenance for elite footballers.
Perks of the Job
- Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to high street and gym discounts
- Discount within our Club shop
- Free on‑site parking
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Deliver elite‑level manual therapy and clinical treatments focused on immediate recovery and daily performance readiness.
- Work closely with the Sports Science and Strength and Conditioning departments to develop and implement individualized injury prevention (pre‑habilitation) programmes.
- Conduct regular musculoskeletal screenings to identify performance deficits or injury risks, providing actionable data to the coaching staff.
- Lead daily recovery sessions, utilising the latest technology and evidence‑based modalities to ensure optimal player availability.
- Contribute to the integration of performance‑based metrics into the clinical decision‑making process for both healthy and returning players.
- Support the First Team during domestic and international travel, maintaining high standards of performance care while on the road.
What are we looking for
- A minimum of 5 years of post‑qualification experience in elite sport is essential, with a proven track record in a professional football environment.
- Deep understanding of the physiological demands of elite football and the ability to apply performance‑focused clinical reasoning.
- A degree in Physiotherapy and current HCPC & ATMMiF registration.
- Additional qualifications in Strength and Conditioning or Sports Science are highly desirable.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with elite athletes and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or French is an advantage, reflecting the global nature of our squad.
- UKSCA Accreditation
Forest For Everyone
We aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity leave, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. The club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and is committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. We require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we will pursue a Disability Confident Committed employer status and ensure that our recruitment processes conform to the Equality Act 2010.
Disability Confident Committed Employer
We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long‑term health conditions. If you require disability‑related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. If you meet the definition of a disabled person under the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme. Any information you share about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of the club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the club will act proportionately when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment. An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind‑overs that may have been incurred. The club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the club and the Premier League’s safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of employment.
