40 sports science jobs found

About The Role Purpose of the Post: The Youth Development Phase Lead is responsible for the oversight and delivery of all coaching, development programmes, and staff coordination within the U12–U16 age groups. The role supports the academy’s long-term player development model, ensuring players transition effectively from Foundation Phase into YDP and continue progressing into the Professional Development Phase (PDP). The YDP Lead sets the standards for technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social development at this critical stage.   Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) An enhanced criminal record check is mandatory prior to taking up post.   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Phase Management Lead, manage, and support all coaches working within the YDP. Ensure the delivery of a consistent and progressive programme aligned with the club’s playing...

About The Role Key Responsibilities To assist on all Medical related matters at Lincoln City Football Club  To be responsible and assist in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of all injuries to first team players  To set and maintain high standards within the medical environment  Ensure regular and effective communications are had within other medical departments of the club  To integrate within a team of medical professionals in a positive, enthusiastic and helpful demeanour at all times    General responsibilities  Carry out duties in accordance with all relevant company policies, including, but not limited to, the Health and Safety Policy, Code of Conduct Policy, Safeguarding Policy, Equality and Diversity Policy, Financial Regulation Policy and Social Media Policy;  To safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and...

About The Role   Here at West Bromwich Albion Football Club we have an exciting opportunity to join our Academy Performance team as an Assistant Academy Sport Scientist on a casual basis.    The main purpose of this role is to assist with the delivery of the sports science programme across the academy. About The Candidate Person Specification Essential Criteria  BSc in Sports Science or Sports Science related discipline UKSCA or CSCS Accreditation, or evidence of working towards Knowledge of LTAD Frameworks Enhanced DBS Check Highly organised and methodical approach to workload Confidential and diplomatic Excellent communication skills both written and verbally Full driving license  Right to Work in the UK Desirable Criteria MSc in related subject Experience of working in a Category 1 or 2 academy Experience...

About The Role   An exciting opportunity has arisen to join  Burton Albion FC  in a senior, high‑impact role at the heart of our Academy. We are looking for an outstanding  Academy Head of Performance Support / Lead Physiotherapist  to lead and shape a best‑in‑class medical, rehabilitation and performance support service for our U9–U18 players. Based at the  Pirelli Stadium and Academy training grounds , you will take overall responsibility for Academy medical and physiotherapy provision, while acting as  Lead Physiotherapist for the U18 squad . This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining elite‑level clinical practice with team management, strategic oversight and close collaboration with coaches and performance staff. You will lead a multi‑disciplinary team, oversee injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes, manage medical screening and audits, and play a key role in maximising player...

About The Role    Lead, develop and deliver the Sports Science provision for Colchester United’s first team. To optimise physical performance of all players individually and collectively in readiness for match day performance and long-term player development. With a special focus on athletic development & player availability. Co-ordinate and lead the sports science provision for the First Team. Deliver the department’s philosophy of developing athletic performance while ensuring players are physically robust to meet the demands of an EFL programme. Deliver a programme of physical assessments to measure physical capabilities & analyse progress using objective data such as GPS & force plate monitoring. To design, develop & monitor individualised strength & conditioning programmes. To plan & lead individual & collective Pre-habilitation sessions. To plan & deliver...

About The Role   Reporting to the Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine, we are looking for a psychologist to join us on a part time basis working 16hrs per week. You will have specific responsibility for the U15 - U16 age groups, although you may also be expected to work across all age groups from U9 - U16. The successful candidates will be responsible, as part of the Academy performance support team, for the delivery of the performance psychology support to FDP and YDP Players and offer additional support within the wider academy environment to promote the development of well – rounded individuals   Key Responsibilities : To deliver the FDP and YDP sport psychology programme in collaboration with the FT Academy Psychologist. To conduct observations of U9-U14 / U15 - U16 training and match days To deliver workshops and supporting material as part of the development syllabus to players, parents,...

Key responsibilities 1. Support the Head of Academy Medical Services to deliver the medical care for Academy players in the Under 9 to Under 18 age groups, including pitch side cover and all off-the-field treatment and rehabilitation. 1.1 Treat, and rehabilitate any injuries/conditions Academy players may present. 1.2 Provide access to appropriate physiotherapy support for all Academy players. 1.3 Ensure appropriate physiotherapy support, including the provision of well stocked medical bags, is available for all Academy activities. 1.4 Maintain accurate and up to date medical records for all registered Academy players, producing an ongoing injury audit report at the end of each month. 1.5 Provide pitch side first aid for matches and training as agreed with the Head of Academy Medical Services. 2. Liaise with players, parents and staff in order to provide appropriate feedback on treatment of injuries. 2.1 Ensure that parents of all players under the age of 18 have been given...

Salary: TBC at interview Location: Well Hall Training Centre, Kidbrooke Lane, Eltham London SE9 6TE Responsible to: Academy Head of Sports Science and Medicine Hours of work: 8.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday, and you will be expected to work as reasonably required to fulfil the needs of the business. The post holder will be required to work on home match days, both evenings and weekends.         About us: Established in 1885, Millwall Football Club is one of the most famous football clubs in England. Currently competing in the EFL Championship, they play their home games at The Den, which is based in South Bermondsey, and has been the home of the Club since 1994    Role Summary: Millwall Football Club are looking to recruit a committed, knowledgeable, and self-motivated Chartered Physiotherapist for the role of U18’s Physiotherapist to join our growing and successful Sports Science and Medicine department. The...

Role Overview Bristol City Women are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-driven Kit Manager to lead all aspects of kit, equipment, and apparel operations across the first team and associated programmes. This role is central to the smooth running of daily training, matchdays, and travel logistics. The successful candidate will be trusted to anticipate needs before they arise, maintain professional standards at all times, and work closely with players, coaching staff, operations, and commercial partners. Key Responsibilities Kit & Equipment Management • Manage all training, matchday, and travel kit for players and staff • Prepare and distribute kit to professional standards • Ensure all kit is correctly sized, labelled, and issued to players and staff • Oversee boot management, accessories, recovery equipment, and training aids • Maintain cleanliness, presentation, and consistency across all environments Matchday Operations • Lead full matchday kit...

About The Role   Job Title U8 - U10 Age Group Coach Department Academy Reports To Academy Manager  Direct Reports Head of Coaching / Foundation Phase Lead Coach Key Contacts Internal:  Academy Players, Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Phase Lead Coach, Coaching Staff, Medical & Sports Science Teams, Academy Operations Manager External:  Parents/Guardians, Grassroots Clubs Budgetary Responsibilities None Location Newport Int Sports Village, Newport NP19 4RA  USW Sports Park, Treforest CF37 5UP Hours Two training sessions per week, plus match-day Job Purpose Newport County AFC Academy is seeking a part-time U8–U10 Age Group Coach to deliver its coaching syllabus...

About The Role   The Academy Sport Scientist will co-ordinate and liaise with the Lead Academy Sport Scientist (LASS), Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach (LASC) and Head of Academy Sports Science & Medicine (HASSM) to deliver a sports science support service to all players in the U9-U16 age groups (with particular focus on the U9-U14 squads).   Key Accountabilities: To co-ordinate and implement sports science support services to players within the Reading FC Academy in conjunction with all academy sports science staff and in liaison with the LASC & HASSM To deliver on-field and gym based athletic development sessions, Pre-hab and rehab sessions in line with the RFC Physical development model and as directed by LASC, LASS, HASSM and age group appropriate medical staff. To set-up, download and present training and game load data using Heart rate and GPS technologies. To oversee...

About The Role   Part time which may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required and in line with business needs. Rates paid: £50.00 per Home Game £12.50 per Hour Away Games £45.00 Per Training Session Your main responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to the following: To ensure that academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. To provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions and games which you attend. To provide medical cover at all festivals, tournaments, and International Tournaments. To monitor, maintain and update your relevant medical qualifications and registrations. Will meet annually with the Academy Head of Performance to communicate and ensure current qualifications meet the necessary requirements of the relevant governing bodies. To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant staff of the progress...

Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club as Academy Performance Analyst (U21)! Contract Type:  Permanent Hours Per Week:  37.5 Hours Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at Leicester City Football Club? About The Role & Who We’re Scouting We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Academy Performance Analyst (U21) to join our squad at Leicester City Football Club. As an Academy Performance Analyst (U21), you’ll play a key role in delivering leading edge performance and development analysis to aid the individual development of our players to ensure that they are First Team ready. Your responsibilities will include filming Professional Development Phase (PDP) matches and training with a focus on the U21 age group, conducting individual and team coding to create video and data feedback, using statistical analysis to evaluate processes and feedback and to provide age-appropriate benchmarking....

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 • Plan, deliver, and review engaging coaching sessions for a designated player “cell” across our squads. • Provide individualised feedback and monitor progress through IDPs (Individual Development Plans) and regular reviews. • Contribute to matchday preparation, in-game coaching, and post-match feedback for designated players. • Work collaboratively with the MDT (analysis, sports science, medical, psychology, education & welfare) to support holistic player development. • Record session plans, attendance, and player progress accurately on the KML system. • Maintain clear and professional communication with players, parents, and Academy staff. • Promote and uphold safeguarding, player welfare, and the Academy’s values at all times.    About The Candidate Essential Requirements • UEFA B Licence...

About The Role   Job Summary Reporting into the Academy Head of Performance Support; Casual Sports Therapists will provide medical support and expertise to Academy Players and other Academy Clinical/Medical staff as required. Ensure Academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. Provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions/games/festivals/tournaments which you attend To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant Academy Clinical and Coaching staff of the progress of players under your care. To monitor and reflect upon the practices and treatment you provide to ensure continual professional development. To ensure the appropriate medical equipment is present at all training sessions and games you are covering. To check equipment regularly and ask for training if you are unfamiliar with the equipment. To familiarize...

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 We are looking for a sessional physiotherapist/sports therapist/sports rehabilitator to join our Academy medical team to support the medical operations throughout both the youth development and foundation phases.   THE PERSON The ideal candidate will hold excellent attention to detail. They will also need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends.    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The candidate will:  Provide pitch-side emergency aid and acute injury management at training and fixtures for players aged 9-16 years.  Uphold and demonstrate the values, standards and behaviours expected by Port Vale FC both inside & outside the Club.  Liaising with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and the Academy Sports Rehabilitator to optimise assessment and treatment of academy schoolboy players.  Provide pitch-side trauma cover during evening training sessions (potential cover...

About The Role Role Title:  Volunteer Teacher ( BTec level 1 OR GCSE English, Maths or Science) 6 hours a week max. Department:  Academy Reports to:  Head of Education       Key Internal Relationships:  Head of Education, Head of Player Care, Academy Head Coaches,  Academy Players & Staff Placement Description: The role of Volunteer Teacher involves working with our Hybrid Day Release students on a Tuesday afternoon (BTec 1 in Sports Studies) or Friday afternoon to support GCSE students with English, Maths and Science with either a Master Class or individual 1 to 1 support, depending on exam body. You will be required to undergo a Walsall FC Enhanced DBS check.   Key Tasks & Responsibilities: Preparation of material & delivery of hard copy BTec level 1 in Sports Studies OR GCSE English, Maths and Science material. Marking of hard copy work book,...