21 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...

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,...

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 Performance Psychology & Wellbeing will lead the development and delivery of an integrated Academy performance psychology and Academy mental health strategy to support player...

Closing Date of Applications: 31 March 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 Physical Performance Coach – Rehab Lead (Academy) will lead the Academy Rehab/Return to Play (RTP) Physical Performance service aligned to the Academy Performance Services strategy. You will...

Who are we:   Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, the Club has been shaped and guided by its aspirational motto   Nil Satis Nisi Optimum   - nothing but the best is good enough. Alongside a Senior Men’s Team that has played more games in English football's top flight than any other, Everton Women have been a leading light in driving forward the professionalism of the women’s game. With roots that go back to the mid-1980s, Everton Women were formally established in 1995 and won the English league title just three seasons later. League runners-up five times in the following decade, the team also won two Women's FA Cups and a Women's League Cup before proudly becoming one of the eight founder members of the Women's Super League in 2011.  In September 2025, the iconic Goodison Park - Everton's main stadium...

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...

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   11 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Fixed Term Closing Date for Application: 29.03.2026 Purpose Established in 1986, City in the Community is Manchester City’s official charity. We support people across Manchester by empowering healthier lives through football. Our programmes place physical and mental wellbeing at their core, whilst also creating healthy futures and healthy communities.  The purpose of this role is to lead the delivery of CITC’s Mental Health provision, across all programme areas. The Community Mentoring Lead Coach will work with Programme Officers, delivery staff and external partners to ensure participants are supported throughout the programme and is expected to develop and maintain relationships with strategic and...

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...

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   24 Feb 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Permanent Our Story   Established in 2013, City Football Group is the world’s leading private owner and operator of football clubs, with total or partial ownership of thirteen clubs across the world. City Football Group also invests in other football related businesses and serves as a global commercial platform for our partners, whilst fulfilling our purpose of empowering better lives through football on a local and global scale, consistent with what “City” football has meant to people for over a century.   Our Winning Team   Our purpose is to empower better lives through football. We are proud of the role City Football Group clubs play in their localities, delivering positive...

Closing Date for Application: 29.03.2026 Purpose Established in 1986, City in the Community is Manchester City’s official charity. We support people across Manchester by empowering healthier lives through football. Our programmes place physical and mental wellbeing at their core, whilst also creating healthy futures and healthy communities.  The purpose of this role is to lead the delivery of CITC’s Mental Health provision, across all programme areas. The Community Mentoring Lead Coach will work with Programme Officers, delivery staff and external partners to ensure participants are supported throughout the programme and is expected to develop and maintain relationships with strategic and delivery partners.   Accountabilities Lead delivery on Community Mentoring projects (Namely, City Thrive, Movember Ahead of the Game, PL Inspires, City Onside, and ReminisCITY) and support delivery across all CITC programmes ensuring that sessions, monitoring,...

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...

Closing Date of Applications: 31 March 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 PDP Physical Performance Coach will deliver integrated physical performance support on and off pitch to maximise individual physical development while supporting optimal team...

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...

Full job description Job Overview Altrincham FC Community Sports is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Football Coach to deliver high-quality football sessions and engaging children’s birthday parties for ages 3–12 years. We are looking for someone who can create fun, safe, inclusive and development-focused experiences for all children, while representing the charity with professionalism and positivity. Duties To deliver sports coaching and community sessions on behalf of AFC Community Sports Company as directed by your line manager. Deliver PE & other classroom-based sessions in both primary & secondary schools in line with school policies and schemes of work Promote and encourage young people to develop their technical and performance skills, creativity and confidence. Deliver a weekly programme of football and multi sports coaching sessions for children and young people, adults and young people Deliver Birthday Parties...

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:...

Community Activator Coach – Level 2 Apprenticeship (Community Trust) Wigan Athletic Community Trust is excited to offer an excellent opportunity to begin your career in community sport, health and wellbeing. We are recruiting a Community Activator Coach Level 2 Apprentice to join our Health Team and play an important role in supporting local people to lead healthier, more active lives. Working at the heart of communities across the Wigan borough, you will help inspire individuals, families and groups to get active, build confidence and enjoy the physical, mental and social benefits of regular activity. You will support people who may be inactive, face barriers to taking part, or need positive encouragement to take their first steps into physical activity. This apprenticeship blends hands‑on community coaching with structured learning through the Coach Core Training Programme, including 6 hours of dedicated weekly study time. It is a perfect starting point for anyone...

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...