Job Description
sportscotland is the national agency for sport in Scotland. Our vision is an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport.
At the sportscotland institute of sport we provide high performance expertise to sport and athletes in Scotland to enable them to succeed on the world stage. We strive to create a high performance learning environment where innovation can thrive.
sportscotland institute of sport is looking for two Physiotherapists who will deliver integrated physiotherapy services to a range of sports working towards the 2022 Commonwealth Games and other key targets.
Institute Physiotherapists operate in a variety of environments and locations and can undertake significant national and international travel in support of training camps and international competition.
Successful candidates will have excellent skills in optimising athlete physical performance, injury management and rehabilitation. You will have the ability to work within a range of sporting and clinical environments and the capability to work effectively both independently and with a varied network of coaching and multidisciplinary support staff.
To be considered for these roles, you will hold a physiotherapy qualification and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council. A postgraduate qualification in Sports Physiotherapy or similar would also be desirable.

You will have experience of working as a Chartered Physiotherapist in a healthcare environment as well as significant experience of working as a Physiotherapist in a multidisciplinary high performance or professional sport environment. Experience of travelling in support of athletes or teams domestically and internationally is required.
Both vacancies are full-time with the day-to-day workload focused within the West of Scotland however travel throughout the institute network will be required. A full driving licence is essential, as is the ability to travel independently between sportscotland sites.
In return for the above, we offer employee benefits such as flexible working, generous holidays, childcare vouchers, fantastic discounts, a great pension scheme (19.3% employer contribution), support with your personal development and much more.
Further information can be obtained from David Brandie at the sportscotland institute of sport (david.brandie@sisport.com).

To apply for this role, please send your CV and a completed application form to hr.recruitment@sportscotland.org.uk
We are a Disability Confident employer. If you have any difficulties with your application because of a disability please get in touch and we will discuss how we can help you.
Closing date for completed applications: 8 November 2019 at 12 noon
Anticipated interview date: 28 November 2019