Senior Physiotherapist ( British Rowing ) – Maternity Cover

Senior Physiotherapist (British Rowing) - Maternity Cover

The Opportunity

British Rowing and the UK Sports Institute are offering an exciting full-time Senior Physiotherapist position to work with the Olympic Women’s squad. We seek an experienced practitioner familiar with high-performance sporting teams.

You will be a key member of a close-knit high-performance team, collaborating with rowing coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, and support personnel across various science and medicine roles. Our goal is to help rowers achieve podium success globally.

The GBRT has an excellent track record at Olympic and Paralympic levels and aims to continue delivering successful performances at LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032.

Location :

Based at the bespoke NTC in Caversham (near Reading), British Rowing provides on-water and land training with world-class coaching and support services. The role is mainly in person, with some remote support. Travel for camps and competitions is approximately 85 days per year, often in two-week blocks.

Role requirements :

The typical week is Monday to Friday, with some weekend work and attendance at camps and competitions.

GBRT Vision :

A world-leading Olympic and Paralympic nation inspiring success and opportunity for all, regardless of background.

GBRT Mission :

To produce gold medal success and foster an environment where athletes and staff thrive.

British Rowing prides itself on its history of success at the world stage.

A snapshot of the role

This is an exciting opportunity within one of Great Britain’s most successful sports teams. Reporting to the Athlete Health (MSK) Lead and working with the Olympic Women’s squad, you will have a positive impact on athlete performance. Experience in rowing is not essential but a willingness to learn about the sport is important.

We seek a highly qualified, collaborative practitioner capable of working in a demanding, interdisciplinary environment. Accessibility, approachability, and visibility are key qualities.

Bring enthusiasm and energy, with a genuine desire to support athletes in achieving their dreams. Experience in rowing is not necessary, but passion for learning about the sport is.

Why join British Rowing and UKSI?

This is your chance to shape the future of British rowers aiming for success at LA 2028. You will be supported by the GBRT NTC and receive professional development from UKSI physiotherapy staff.

The GBRT Sports Science and Medicine Team aligns its work with the “What it Takes to Win” model, emphasizing holistic development across physical, technical, and psychological domains, supported by interdisciplinary projects in key areas such as Adapting, Available, Efficient, Thriving, and Developing.

If you’re looking for daily challenges and want to bring your expertise and passion to help us succeed, we look forward to hearing from you.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We aspire to have a diverse and representative workforce, believing that diversity fosters growth and inclusivity. If you need support during the recruitment process or for the role, please let us know.

Application Method :

Apply via the UK Sports Institute Careers portal.

Key Dates for Applicants

• Closing Date : Sunday 13th July 2025
• Shortlisting : Monday 14th July 2025
• Phone Interview (if required) : Friday 18th July 2025
• Interview : Thursday 24th July 2025
• Second Interview (if required) : Thursday 31st July 2025

Additional info :

Interviews will be face-to-face at the High-Performance Centre, Bisham Abbey, near Marlow, Buckinghamshire.

About UKSI

Since 2002, UKSI has supported British athletes to win over 1,000 Olympic and Paralympic medals, consistently performing at a world-leading level.

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