Vacancy at Cambridge United FC
Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist (First Team) Intern
Salary
Voluntary Role
Cambridge United Training Ground and Stadium
Vacancy listed
20/01/2026
Application deadline
06/03/2026
Details
First Team Physiotherapist/ Sports Therapy/ Rehab Volunteer
Department Medical
Reports to Head of Medical
Location Cambridge
Salary Voluntary
Hours Flexible
Role Summary
Cambridge United Football Club are offering Sports Therapy work placement opportunities for the 2026-27 football season. The successful candidate(s) will gain first-hand experience of working within an elite medical department at a professional level. The candidate(s) will work closely with the existing medical staff, supporting/assisting in the delivery of services to the first team and academy players with treatments, rehabilitation and management of injured players.
The work placement is designed for students, currently studying a medical/sports therapy related degree, who are looking to gain valuable experience in an applied setting. The aim of the placement is to provide the candidate(s) with practical and applied knowledge, skills, and hands on experience throughout to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge gained and applied experiences within the field.
Key Job Outcomes
Roles and responsibilities will include (but not limited to)
• Provide support/assistance to medical staff with treatments, rehabilitation and management of injured players.
• Assist with multi-disciplinary rehabilitation of injured players.
• Ensure all sites are stocked appropriately, in line with EFL rules. If new stock is required, inform senior staff so that replacements can be ordered.
• Keep an audit of dates related to all emergency medical equipment and drugs. Inform Head of Medicine when new orders need to be placed.
• At times you may be required to assist other members of the Performance Department to ensure a maximally efficient programme/provision is offered to all players.
• Fully engage in player and staff individual development plans.
• Access the latest sports medicine research, in order to identify areas the department can continue to improve provision to Academy players.
• Contribute to department Performance Plan, when requested.
• Attend Working Group meetings, when requested.
• Your line manager and Head of department reserve the right to alter roles and responsibilities at any time.
This role description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your volunteering, you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the role description.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required/ Desirable
Currently completing a BSc Sports Therapy/Rehabilitation with the ability to undertake a sandwich year
Introduction to First Aid qualification
FA Safeguarding children workshop
Insurance to complete supervised work, through either the Society of Sports Therapists, BASRaT, HCPC, CSP.
IT Skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date 6th March 2026
Interview Date(s) To Follow.
Start Date June 2026
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 though 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 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 on the basis of 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.
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Department Medical
Reports to Head of Medical
Location Cambridge
Salary Voluntary
Hours Flexible
Role Summary
Cambridge United Football Club are offering Sports Therapy work placement opportunities for the 2026-27 football season. The successful candidate(s) will gain first-hand experience of working within an elite medical department at a professional level. The candidate(s) will work closely with the existing medical staff, supporting/assisting in the delivery of services to the first team and academy players with treatments, rehabilitation and management of injured players.
The work placement is designed for students, currently studying a medical/sports therapy related degree, who are looking to gain valuable experience in an applied setting. The aim of the placement is to provide the candidate(s) with practical and applied knowledge, skills, and hands on experience throughout to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge gained and applied experiences within the field.
Key Job Outcomes
Roles and responsibilities will include (but not limited to)
• Provide support/assistance to medical staff with treatments, rehabilitation and management of injured players.
• Assist with multi-disciplinary rehabilitation of injured players.
• Ensure all sites are stocked appropriately, in line with EFL rules. If new stock is required, inform senior staff so that replacements can be ordered.
• Keep an audit of dates related to all emergency medical equipment and drugs. Inform Head of Medicine when new orders need to be placed.
• At times you may be required to assist other members of the Performance Department to ensure a maximally efficient programme/provision is offered to all players.
• Fully engage in player and staff individual development plans.
• Access the latest sports medicine research, in order to identify areas the department can continue to improve provision to Academy players.
• Contribute to department Performance Plan, when requested.
• Attend Working Group meetings, when requested.
• Your line manager and Head of department reserve the right to alter roles and responsibilities at any time.
This role description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your volunteering, you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the role description.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required/ Desirable
Currently completing a BSc Sports Therapy/Rehabilitation with the ability to undertake a sandwich year
Introduction to First Aid qualification
FA Safeguarding children workshop
Insurance to complete supervised work, through either the Society of Sports Therapists, BASRaT, HCPC, CSP.
IT Skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date 6th March 2026
Interview Date(s) To Follow.
Start Date June 2026
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 though 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 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 on the basis of 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.
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