Cambridge United are seeking to appoint a Lead U9–U16s Sports Therapist to play a central role in overseeing and delivering medical provision across the Foundation Phase and Youth Development Phase of the club's academy...
Working as a key member of the Academy Medical & Performance Department, the post-holder will manage all aspects of injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols for U9–U16 players, while supervising part-time therapists, interns and contributing to holistic player health and wellbeing.
This varied role requires a confident, organised and collaborative clinician with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to player care, safeguarding, and multidisciplinary working.
The role is based at the Training Ground, the Cledara Abbey Stadium & other academy venues, and includes full-time hours across evenings and weekends.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing medical provision for U9–U16 players, including injury prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
- Supervising and supporting part-time therapists and interns across training and matchday environments.
- Providing weekly updates to the Academy MDT on player availability and rehabilitation progress.
- Conducting injury trend analysis and supporting injury prevention strategy development.
- Liaising with Lead Academy Physiotherapist to optimise return-to-play protocols and clinical processes.
- Delivering pitch-side emergency care and ensuring clinical compliance with certification standards.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to departmental CPD and quality standards.
- Building strong interdisciplinary relationships with performance, coaching, education and operations staff.
For more information and to view a full job description, please click here to view the Recruitment Pack.
To apply for the role, please complete our Application Form and submit it with your CV and Cover Letter via our Application Portal. The closing date for applications is Sunday 4 January 2026.
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