10 sports science jobs found in Manchester

Department:  Academy Sport Science and Medical Department Location:  Poolfoot Farm and Leisure Complex Reports to:  Head of Academy Sport Science Hours of Work: As required by the Head of Academy Sport Science, balanced with commitments of a part-time Master’s degree. Evening and weekend work expected. To qualify you must meet the requirements to complete a Master’s degree / Master’s in Research in Sport Science or Strength and Conditioning. Job Description Fleetwood Town are advertising an exciting opportunity for a person to undertake the position of Academy Sport Scientist. This role will be completed alongside and in support of completion of a fully funded Master’s Degree at one of our partner Universities. You will be part of a progressive Academy with a proven recent history of developing young players to compete in professional football through all levels of the football pyramid and regularly feature with the First...

About The Role   The role requires the candidate:     Provide pitch-side emergency aid and acute injury management at training and fixtures for players aged 8-16 years.  Uphold and demonstrate the values, standards and behaviours expected by Mansfield Town FC both inside & outside the Club.  Liaising with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine, optimise assessment and treatment of academy schoolboy players.  Provide pitch side trauma cover during evening training sessions (potential cover Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays).   Provide pitch site trauma cover during schoolboys’ fixtures on Sunday (home and away).   To support the sport science and medicine...

About The Role   JOB PURPOSE The Senior Physiotherapist will be a qualified Physiotherapist registered with the CSP and HCPC and will be responsible for leading the clubs Medical Department in the development, organisation, co-ordination and implementation of all medical related matters to First Team players and department staff. This post is expected to optimise the player availability and enhance the medical support of Rotherham United First Team players through the provision of footballs best scientific and medical practice. The Senior Physiotherapist is expected to have excellent leadership qualities to drive professional standards and ensure job fulfilment of the department staff. The Senior Physiotherapist should also establish and maintain an effective professional network that includes, but is not limited to, university links for incorporating student learning schemes and furthering research projects within the club. KEY...

About The Role   JOB PURPOSE To work within the club’s Medical Department in the effective running and application of all medical related matters to First Team players and department staff instructed to by the Senior Physiotherapist and Head of Performance & Medicine. This post is expected to optimise the player availability and enhance the medical support of Rotherham United First Team players through the provision of football’s best scientific and medical practice. With a passionate focus in exercise prescription, the First Team Physiotherapist will provide excellent on-field and gym-based programming in the prevention and rehabilitation of injuries and injury related matters. The First Team Physiotherapist is also expected to collaborate with the Academy program and in the departments on going education programmes such as developing intra-club research studies. The First Team Physiotherapist should also partake...

About The Role   The Purpose:  Salford City FC requires a number of physiotherapists/sports therapists to join our Academy Medical Department, covering weekend fixtures and various evening training sessions on an ad hoc basis. Each successful applicant will be required to provide pitch-side emergency care across a variety of age groups within the Academy programme. This opportunity is perfect for Chartered Physiotherapists / Graduate Sport Therapists seeking to gain experience in football.    The Role:  Responsible for providing emergency first aid and treatment to Academy age group teams at training sessions / fixtures.  Provide injury rehabilitation training for players in preparation for return to play.  ...

Full job description Job Details Department: Academy Operations Reports to: Head of Academy Operations Location: Stockport County Training Centre, Stockport Sports Village & Edgeley Park Contract Type: Casual Schedule: Varied Hours Monday - Sunday Salary: £12.21 per hour Start Date: Immediate About the Role Stockport County Football Club is seeking reliable and flexible casual drivers to support transport operations across the Academy, Football Education and Community Trust. This role involves transporting players, staff, and equipment between training sites, matches, and community programmes, as well as occasional travel to away fixtures. Hours will vary each week, including mornings, evenings, and weekends, depending on schedules and operational needs. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are organised, safety-conscious, and enjoy working as part of a professional football environment. Key...

About The Role   Role Purpose To ensure the safety and security of all players, staff, visitors, and assets at the football club's stadium and training ground.  The Security Officer will maintain a secure environment by monitoring access, responding to incidents, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the club's facilities.   Main areas of responsibility   Access Control: Manage entry and exit points, ensuring only authorised personnel, players and visitors gain access to the premises. Verify identification and issue visitor passes where appropriate. Patrols & Monitoring: Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of the training ground and surrounding areas. Monitor CCTV systems and alarm panels, reporting any irregularities or suspicious activity. Ensure perimeter security, gates and building are locked/unlocked according to schedule. Incident Response:...

Grounds Person – Wigan Sports Group 📍 Location: The Brick Community Stadium, Wigan 📑 Contract: Permanent 👤 Reports to: Head Grounds Person ⏳ Hours: 37.5 hours 📅 Closing Date: 27 th March 2026, 11:59pm Job Overview: To prepare and maintain sports and amenity surfaces, providing a high-quality environment for all training and playing activities. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain all works in relation to playing surfaces, and ensure that the preparatory and cultivation work to maintain safe, quality playing surfaces is completed Work as part of the grounds care operation, when required to work in any of the group’s stadium and training ground facilities Assist the deputy head grounds person in delivering the pest control, weed control, seeding, fungicide and fertilisation/nutrition program for the playing surfaces  Ensure that the initial marking out and setting up of...

Job Title Part Time Age Group Coach 3 vacancies across age groups 9-16 Reports to Phase lead coach Location The Rotherham United Academy is located at the New York Stadium & Graham Solley Sports Development Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, Bawtry Road, Sheffield S9 1UA. You will be expected to undertake travel as is necessary to fulfil your job requirements. Hours This is a part time role requiring flexibility to work evening and weekend fixtures, including regular travel to away matches.  Remuneration Dependent upon experience and qualifications Job Purpose/Responsibilities To coach a specific age group within the academy according to the academy philosophy and syllabus.   To deliver effective and innovative session plans in line with club philosophy To maintain accurate records of training...

Job Title: Social Media Assistant Organisation:  Fleetwood Town Football Club (FTIFA) Location:  Poolfoot Farm / Highbury Stadium / Hybrid Contract:  Full-time (35 hours per week) Salary:  Dependent on experience About Fleetwood Town International Football Academy Fleetwood Town International Football Academy (FTIFA) forms part of Fleetwood Town FC’s global football development pathway, delivering elite coaching programmes, education opportunities, and professional player development experiences to aspiring footballers from around the world. The academy is committed to professionalism, player progression, and showcasing clear pathways within the global game, supported by strong branding and digital engagement. The Role We are seeking a creative, organised, and proactive  Social Media Assistant  to lead and develop the digital presence of Fleetwood Town International Football Academy. This is a hands-on role,...