The UK Sports Institute (UKSI) is looking for a part-time Physiotherapist to join its new Paralympic Performance Support Service in Loughborough.
The Role
You will be the named physiotherapist for the British Wheelchair Basketball World Class Programme, and also support other Paralympic World Class Programmes in the Central Region, including GB Wheelchair Rugby and GB Powerlifting, with occasional support in the North and South.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist physiotherapy to Paralympic World Class Programme athletes
- Act as Named Physiotherapist for British Wheelchair Basketball
- Support GB Wheelchair Rugby and GB Powerlifting in the Central Region
- Work across interdisciplinary support and coaching teams to optimise athlete health and availability
- Attend around 40 days of national camps and 20 days of international competitions each year, plus the Paralympic Games and holding camp
About You
- A qualified physiotherapist with experience in high-performance sport
- Able to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
- Willing to travel regularly within the region, nationally and internationally
- Committed to safer recruitment (self-declaration, references and, where required, enhanced DBS)
Key Details
- Location: Loughborough, with regular travel (mainly Nottingham), plus national and international travel
- Contract: Permanent, part time
- Salary: £49,063
- Interview date: 20 November 2026
- Closing date: 10 November 2026
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