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Lead Rehabilitation Physiotherapist (Women's First Team) - Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game

At Al-Qadsiah Club we’re creating more than teams-we’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports.

This is more than just a job-it’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way.

Overview:

As the Lead Rehabilitation Physiotherapist at Al-Qadsiah Club, you will lead the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured players, delivering world-class physiotherapy services that support player health, performance, and long-term development for the Women’s First Team. You will combine clinic-based physiotherapy with on-pitch rehabilitation and return-to-play delivery, ensuring players progress safely and effectively back into full training and competition.

Key Responsibilities:

Injury Management and Rehabilitation

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for injured players
• Design and implement individualised rehabilitation programmes aligned with long-term athlete development principles
• Progress players through structured return-to-play pathways
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment plans, and injury documentation
• Monitor rehabilitation progress and adapt programmes to optimise outcomes

On-Pitch Rehabilitation

• Plan and deliver progressive pitch-based rehabilitation sessions
• Integrate physical, technical, and football-specific components into rehabilitation programmes
• Transition players effectively from rehabilitation into full team training
• Work closely with performance staff to ensure readiness for return to competition

Training and Squad Support

• Support team training sessions where required
• Assist with injury prevention strategies within the training environment
• Collaborate with coaches and performance staff to modify training loads for returning players
• Support player availability throughout the season

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Science, Coaching, and Medical staff
• Provide clear and consistent updates on player status, availability, and rehabilitation progress
• Contribute to multidisciplinary decision-making regarding return-to-play and performance management

Injury Prevention and Monitoring

• Support the design and delivery of injury prevention programmes
• Contribute to screening and monitoring processes to reduce injury risk
• Assist in developing a robust and available squad through proactive athlete management

Department Development and Continuous Improvement

• Support the development and refinement of rehabilitation systems and processes
• Contribute to a best-practice medical and performance culture
• Identify practical solutions and improvements within a high-performance environment
• Engage in ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

Desirable:

• MSc in Sports Physiotherapy or a related discipline
• Experience working in academy or elite football environments
• Knowledge of female athlete health considerations
• Experience working within multidisciplinary performance teams

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• BSc in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
• Registered and licensed physiotherapist
• Experience in elite or sub-elite football environments
• Strong understanding of rehabilitation principles and return-to-play frameworks
• Experience delivering on-pitch rehabilitation programmes
• Knowledge of long-term athlete development principles
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary working skills
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making ability
• High attention to detail and player-centred approach
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Desirable:

• Experience working with GPS and athlete load monitoring systems
• Experience supporting youth or developing athletes
• Understanding of performance monitoring and sports science practices
• Experience working within international or multicultural sporting environments

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.

Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony-this is the Qadsiah Way.

The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of Al Qadsiah SC to make this appointment. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.

If this role is of interest, then please press the apply button and include a copy of your CV.