Physio/Sports Therapist
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,373.00 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | 36373 - 36373 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX2 9AT |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MAR20266332 |
Summary
About the Role: Physio/Sports TherapistActivate Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious, and dedicated physiotherapist or sports therapist to join its Academy & Colleges Education (ACE) rugby programme.In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting the programme’s goal of establishing a top-tier performance development pathway for young rugby players with professional aspirations. Collaboration is key, and you will work closely with other physiotherapists, strength, and conditioning coaches, as well as our coaching and management teams.This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 15 hours per week (FTE 0.34) at Harcourt Hill Campus, Oxford to cover maternity leave. Working days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday to fit around the player's rugby programme. This contract ends in May 2027.What do you need to be successful as a Physio/Sports Therapist at Activate Learning?The ideal candidate will prioritise student wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding. You should be well-organised, adaptable, and able to remain calm under pressure.In this key role supporting the development of aspiring rugby players, your ability to deliver compassionate and professional care to injured athletes, ensuring they receive the appropriate treatment and rehabilitation for a safe return to play, is essential.A degree in physiotherapy, along with active registration with professional bodies such as CSP, HCPC, BASRAT, or SST, is preferred. While a pitch-side qualification is advantageous, it is not mandatory.Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups:Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveCompetitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeingApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.