Annual Salary
£28,000 to £50,000
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Physiotherapists assess and treat mobility problems in patients caused by illness, injury, ageing or disability.
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: 9am to 5pm; on a rota
There will be
3.8% more Physiotherapist jobs in 2027.
As a physiotherapist, you would:
You could work in an NHS or private hospital, at a client's home, at an adult care home, at a GP practice or at a fitness centre.
You can get into this job through:
You can do a physiotherapy degree course approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
You can also do a postgraduate master's course if you already have a first degree in a related subject, like:biological science; health science; sports and exercise science
Once you are qualified and have clinical experience you could specialise in an area like sports injuries and rehabilitation.
You'll usually need:
You can apply to do a Physiotherapist Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship.
It usually takes 4 years to complete and includes a mix of learning on the job while studying at university.
You'll usually need:
You may be able to start as a physiotherapy assistant and study part time for a degree or degree apprenticeship to qualify as a physiotherapist.
You'll find it helpful to get some volunteering experience in a healthcare setting before you apply for a course.
You can also get advice on work experience from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
You'll need to:
You'll be expected to show an understanding of the NHS values when applying for jobs and apprenticeships.
If you're interested in sports physiotherapy, it will help if you can get some experience with an amateur sports team or club. This will show your commitment when it comes to applying for training and jobs.
You can join the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy for professional development and to build up your contacts in the industry.
You can find out more about a career in physiotherapy from:Health Careers; Chartered Society of Physiotherapy; Physios in Sport
With experience you could:become a senior physiotherapist or service manager in the NHS; specialise in a specific area, like sports physiotherapy, stroke care or working with children; move into research or training; work for a professional sports club; become self employed and set-up your own practice
There are also opportunities for physiotherapists in the armed forces, including the army and the Royal Air Force.
You'll need: