83 academy jobs found in Derby

Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club as Academy Sports Scientist (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 Sports Scientist (U21) to join our squad at Leicester City Football Club. As a Academy Sports Scientist (U21), you’ll play a key role in defining and leading a leading-edge sports science provision based on a youth physical development model (YPDM) for U21s PDP academy players to ensure LCFC academy players are first team ready.  Your responsibilities will include leading the planning, delivery, and review of individualised athletic development to U21s players tailored towards ensuring players are first team ready, demonstrating improvements in athletic development in the U21s players across a season....

1.      The Department Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate. To support our continued growth and success of our programme we are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated Operations Manager to join our team.   2.      The Role The Operations Manager is a key person who will lead and manage the daily operational delivery across our Girls Academy. You will support the technical and strategic aims of our programme through effective co-ordination and compliance, logistical oversight and...

About The Role   Summary of vacancy To provide an elite level of physiotherapy service to the Academy and assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist with the operational management of the Academy medical department at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy to schoolboy players while being expected to be pitch side for training and matches. The candidate will also be expected to upload and maintain medical records on the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) on a daily basis. Main Duties Lead the assessment, rehabilitation and pitch-side first aid of the academy age groups Provide line management to the U9-16 therapists and also assist in duties with the U18 and U21 squads where necessary. Assist, and where necessary lead, in department management duties such as; maintaining up to date audit documentation, ensuring compliance...

About The Role   About the Role: We’re looking for a dedicated and skilled Casual Academy Physiotherapist to assist in the management of injuries for U9 to U16 players. You will work alongside the Head of Academy Physiotherapy to provide essential pitch-side trauma cover for training and matchdays, both home and away.   Key Responsibilities: • Assess and manage injuries for U9 to U16 players, referring to internal and external health professionals as needed • Attend CPD events and engage in the competency framework and appraisal process • Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players in collaboration with the Club Safeguarding Team • Ensure compliance with the Club’s Policies and Procedures, including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities Policies   Key Relationships: • Head of Academy Physiotherapy • Head of Academy Performance Support • Lead Academy Doctors •...

We are seeking an Academy Doctor to provide match day medical cover for our Professional Development Phase (PDP) teams within our Category 1 Academy. The role involves working alongside our medical team to deliver immediate medical support during fixtures, including injury assessment and acute management.  This role will require you to be self employed. Equality and Diversity West Bromwich Albion FC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to provide equality and fairness for all employees and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.  West Bromwich Albion Football Club also welcomes applications from suitably qualified members of the armed forces family.    Applications will only be accepted when...

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...

There has never been a more exciting time to work at Wolves. The Club is in the process of developing practices, strategies and teams to deliver success at the very highest level.   The Local Academy Scout will predominately focus on players within the 6-14 age range covering games, fixtures and tournaments on a regional and school’s football.   You will be responsible for the identification and recruitment of players that are of the required standard to progress within the Development Programme of Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C  Academy.   You will also be expected to carry out your duties in line with the scout’s code of conduct and the rules and regulations of the Premier League/ Football Association.  This is a part-time role, working 10 hours peer week across Saturday and Sunday.

Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager Birmingham City Football Club (Academy) Permanent | Full-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre ​ Birmingham City Football Club is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking  Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager  to lead the Academy’s loan and transition pathway strategy. This is a critical role within the Academy structure, responsible for ensuring players are prepared, challenged and supported as they progress through key stages of their development. The role will oversee the full loan process, from planning and placement to monitoring and review, while also leading the transition strategy for players exiting the programme. Working closely with the Academy Technical Director and multidisciplinary staff, you will play an important part in shaping player pathways and ensuring every player has the opportunity to develop in the right environment....

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   18 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Permanent Closing Date of Applications: 1 April 2026   Our Story   Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.  MCFC is built on a vision for sustainability, with an academy structure designed to support long-term first team success, to engagement with the communities in which we reside. Together with our passionate fans and valued...

Closing Date of Applications: 1 April 2026   Our Story   Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.  MCFC is built on a vision for sustainability, with an academy structure designed to support long-term first team success, to engagement with the communities in which we reside. Together with our passionate fans and valued network of partners, we are developing Manchester City’s future history.     The Role   The Head of Football Insights & Innovation – Academy will lead the design and delivery of a dedicated Football Insights & Innovation function to enhance how data, performance problem solving,...

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   4 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Variable Hours Contract Type:   Match Day Casual Closing Date of Applications - 5th April 2026   Our Story   Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   The Role   Are you a skilled physiotherapist looking to join an elite academy on a casual basis? In this role, you’ll work high potential players, supporting their development....

Location:  Manchester, GB Opening Date:   4 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Variable Hours Contract Type:   Match Day Casual Closing Date of Applications - 5th April 2026   Our Story Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894.  Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   The Role Are you a skilled physiotherapist looking to join an elite academy on a casual basis? In this role, you’ll work high potential players, supporting their development. Your expertise will play a vital role in enhancing our players well-being and on field performance, as well as supporting the...

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 Pre Academy Coaches (Volunteer) • Hours  – Part time • Location  – Bespoke Builds Training Centre, Oundle Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 7EA • Start date  – 16/07/2025 • Volunteering days and hours  – Wednesday 17:00 – 18:30 Saturday 09:00 – 11:00   An exciting  Volunteer  opportunity has arisen within the Peterborough United Academy to contribute to the development of footballers within the Academy programme, helping the academy achieve its vision of becoming ‘a leading Category 2 Academy developing a minimum of 3 academy graduates per season’.   Role Description To support the age groups within the Pre-Academy in line with our pre-academy philosophy. To support one coaching session and one game day per week during the season.   Duties • To play a role in the...

About The Role   Responsible for the delivery of high-quality goalkeeping coaching in line with the Youth Development/ Foundation Phase curriculum to all goalkeepers within their designated phase.   Key Responsibilities and Duties: Deliver age specific Goalkeeping syllabus to players in their charge. Communicate effectively with all team members and reporting back to the Lead Academy Goalkeeping Coach and Phase Lead Coach. Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver excellent goalkeeping coaching. Attend CPD events and Academy meetings as required. Use the ‘PMA’ to complete reviews and assessments of training sessions, fixtures, player feedback, 6 weekly reports, half year reports, ILO’s and ILP’s. Attend Academy fixtures and travel with the Academy Squads (where applicable). Be responsible for match day kits and training equipment. Cooperate fully with...

Job purpose: To provide a high-quality Sports Physiotherapy service for the Milton Keynes Dons Academy.   Role Competencies: Planning Timescales: ·        To Plan, deliver and review the Emergency Action plans throughout the season in conjunction with medical colleagues. ·        To Plan and conduct pitch side first aid during Academy matches and training sessions, ensuring all protocols and procedures are met in the event of injury. ·        To plan, develop and evaluate rehabilitation programmes for elite academy footballers. ·        To support the planning, delivery and review of evidence-based preparation and injury prevention strategies for both groups and individuals, to replace players for training/matches and reduce injury risk, in collaboration with performance support colleagues. ·        To support the organisation, delivery and review of a thorough medical and neuromusculoskeletal screening process. This will...

We are seeking a dedicated casual Grassroots Academy Scout to assist with the long-term vision of Ipswich Town Football Club in identifying and recruiting the most talented young players across Cambridgeshire. The casual Grassroots Academy Scout will be responsible for supporting the implementation of identification and scouting strategies for the Academy across the Player Performance Pathway of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP), whilst striving to identify and recruit the most talented young players available in adherence with the Player Profiles. We have a vacancy for the U6-U8 age group and the U12-16 age group.

About The Role We are seeking an experienced and hardworking individual to join Cheltenham Town FC as a  Academy Sports Therapist/Rehabilitator.  Please see the attached job description and person specification.   Location:  Cheltenham Town FC Training Ground, Cheltenham, GL51 9RX Working Hours:  Casual Working Pattern:  Flexible working arrangements/hours. Required to be present at training sessions and fixtures (home and away) Work base:  Cheltenham Town FC Training Ground, Cheltenham, GL51 9RX / All Saints Academy, GL51 0WH / Evesham UTD FC, WR11 2LZ / University of Gloucestershire, GL2 9HW Required Travel:  Regular travel to fixtures, meetings and other events in conjunction with the performance of the duties detailed below.   Overall Purpose of the Job The successful individual will be responsible for working with academy teams, providing pitch-side first aid/trauma...

As an Academy Sports Science Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in supporting the Head of Academy Sport Science in various aspects aligned with the Club’s strategic objectives and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). This internship is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of sports science within a professional football setting while working closely with Sports Science, Medical, and Coaching staff. Key Responsibilities: Assist Academy Sport Science staff in delivering sport science services to U9-21 players during training and match days, both at home and away fixtures. Help provide dedicated support to U9-21 players undergoing rehabilitation processes, ensuring they receive tailored sport science assistance. Maintain accurate records of sport science information for each player's Performance Clock, adhering to EPPP guidelines. Collaborate with the Head of Academy Sport Science to...

JOB PURPOSE The purpose of the role is to assist in the development and implementation of the Academy’s Sports Science plan in line with the Club’s overall strategy for developing elite players.  Focus will primarily be on the development of the following areas of support; · Strength and conditioning – pitch & gym based work. · Diet and nutrition. · Sports Science - including physiology, biomechanics, physical testing and measurement. · Overall delivery of targets and the running of Luton Town Football Club 2020 Ltd (LTFC), with particular focus on the fitness of LTFC playing staff. · To commit to the collective decisions of the Board. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  · To assist the Head of Academy Sport Science in delivering all relevant aspects in line with the Club’s strategic objectives and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). · To work in tandem with all other...