Lead Academy Physiotherapist

Oldham Athletic AFC; Oldham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham Athletic AFC is seeking an experienced Lead Academy Physiotherapist to lead medical provision across all academy age groups. You will be responsible for assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and injury prevention of academy players, ensuring high standards of welfare and care in line with EPPP.

Working closely with coaching, sports science and performance staff, you will also provide pitch-side medical support, manage medical staff, and oversee return-to-play protocols.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• A valid FA ITMMiF qualification.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Eligible to work in the UK and willing to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Lead the academy's physiotherapy and medical provision
• Assess, diagnose and manage injuries from training and matches
• Design and deliver individual rehabilitation programmes
• Oversee return-to-play and return-to-training protocols
• Provide pitch-side medical cover for training and fixtures
• Keep accurate medical records and liaise with coaches, parents and external healthcare professionals
• Manage and support academy medical staff where appropriate

Skills

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

FA ITMMiF qualification

Job description

Oldham Athletic is looking for an experienced Lead Academy Physiotherapist to lead medical provision across all academy age groups.

The Role

You will be responsible for the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and injury prevention of academy players, maintaining high standards of player welfare and medical care in line with EPPP. You will work closely with coaching, sports science and performance staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the academy's physiotherapy and medical provision
• Assess, diagnose and manage injuries from training and matches
• Design and deliver individual rehabilitation programmes
• Oversee return-to-play and return-to-training protocols
• Provide pitch-side medical cover for training and fixtures
• Keep accurate medical records and liaise with coaches, parents and external healthcare professionals
• Manage and support academy medical staff where appropriate

About You

• A recognised degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration
• A valid FA ITMMiF qualification
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Eligible to work in the UK and willing to complete an enhanced DBS checkDesirable: experience in a professional football academy, knowledge of EPPP and CSP membership

Key Details

• Location: Oldham
• Contract: Permanent
• Closing date: 30 October 2026