Vacancy at Cambridge United FC
Academy Casual Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist
Salary
£13 per hour
Cambridge United Training Ground & Other Club venues
Vacancy listed
03/11/2026
Application deadline
17/11/2026
Details
Academy Casual Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist
Reports to Lead Academy Physiotherapist
Location Cambridge United Training Ground & Other Club venues
Salary £13 per hour
Hours Evenings and Weekends
Role Summary
The Academy Casual Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist will deliver pitch-side first aid, injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for Academy players aged U9-U16 on a flexible, zero-hour basis. The role is vital in ensuring the health and physical development of young athletes within a professional football academy environment.
Working closely with coaches and medical staff, the therapist will provide medical support during training sessions and matchdays, while also assisting in screening, injury prevention strategies and load management. All clinical findings, interventions, and player updates must be clearly and promptly communicated at the end of the training session/game to the Lead Academy Sports Therapist to ensure continuity of care and alignment with the Club’s medical protocols.
Recruitment Pack with further information is here.
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their application form, CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include all documents will not be reviewed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Application Closing Date 17th November 2026
Interview Date(s) W/C 23rd November 2026
Start Date To be confirmed at interview
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives through the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
Reports to Lead Academy Physiotherapist
Location Cambridge United Training Ground & Other Club venues
Salary £13 per hour
Hours Evenings and Weekends
Role Summary
The Academy Casual Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist will deliver pitch-side first aid, injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for Academy players aged U9-U16 on a flexible, zero-hour basis. The role is vital in ensuring the health and physical development of young athletes within a professional football academy environment.
Working closely with coaches and medical staff, the therapist will provide medical support during training sessions and matchdays, while also assisting in screening, injury prevention strategies and load management. All clinical findings, interventions, and player updates must be clearly and promptly communicated at the end of the training session/game to the Lead Academy Sports Therapist to ensure continuity of care and alignment with the Club’s medical protocols.
Recruitment Pack with further information is here.
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their application form, CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include all documents will not be reviewed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Application Closing Date 17th November 2026
Interview Date(s) W/C 23rd November 2026
Start Date To be confirmed at interview
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives through the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.