Casual Academy Physiotherapist​/Therapist

Casual Academy Physiotherapist or Therapist

Bespoke Builds Training Ground, Oundle Road, Peterborough

Vacancy listed 08/01/2026

Details

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Pay – £50 per session

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Hours – Various throughout the weekdays and weekend

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Contract – Fixed Term Contract – to May 2026 (availability for next season considered too)

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Benefits – Great sporting career development, workplace pension, staff events, great work environment, good annual leave, staff discounts plus lots more

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Location – Bespoke Builds Training Ground, Oundle Road, Peterborough with travel to matches

An exciting part-time opportunity has arisen within the Peterborough United FC academy medical department for a hard-working individual who is passionate about starting or continuing a career in elite football.

Working within a well-respected Category 2 academy, the chosen applicant will work alongside the Academy Physiotherapist and other part-time therapists to provide excellent evidence-based care to the young footballers in the academy.

This is an ideal role for a qualified sports therapist or physiotherapist looking to gain experience in a young elite footballing environment. The successful applicant will also receive CPD as part of the departmental programme

• Provide pitch site trauma cover for schoolboys’ training and fixtures.
• Record accurate and comprehensive clinical notes in a timely manner.
• Assessment of player injuries and rehab programmes.

• Be available to travel to other sites (if required).
• Be aware of the PUFC policies, procedures & best practise so that concerns of non-compliance can be raised at all times e.g. Safeguarding, EDI and Health and Safety.
• Attend meetings, training and professional updating as and when required
• To adhere to existing working practices, methods, procedures, undertake relevant training and development activities and to respond positively to new and alternative systems.
• To maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate.
• To uphold the values of Peterborough United Football Club (PUFC) and not tolerate offensive, discriminatory or intimidating language or behaviour.
• To act as an ambassador/role model for PUFC and consider conduct takes into account the club's commitment to equality and safeguarding.
• To ensure PUFC provides a level playing field for all its fans, players and guests.
• Promote an inclusive environment within the club for colleagues, supporters and visitors, championing a zero-tolerance approach to bullying, harassment and victimisation within PUFC
• Promote EFL and FA regulations and ensure compliance with these.
• Be responsible for reporting any concerns to a senior colleague in relation to equality, health and safety and safeguarding immediately

• BSc Physiotherapy/Sport Therapy
• HCPC/SST Membership
• Pitchside trauma certificate (e.g. ITMMiF) or willingness to undertake ITMMiF prior to work commencing

• An understanding of the demands of a professional sport environment
• Experience of working pitch side in sport, preferably football (desirable)
• Experience of using PMA or Kitman Labs system (desirable).
• Full driving licence
• Flexibility around working hours

• Ability to communicate well and build excellent working relationships with colleagues and players
• Commitment and strong work ethic
• Genuine team player
• High level of integrity and discretion
• Reliable and Proactive

Please complete the Application Form on our vacancies page and upload when you click 'apply' below. If you wish to also upload a CV and cover letter, you can do this. You MUST however complete an Application form.

If you have any questions regarding this role please email  and we will be happy to answer any questions you have.