Lead Academy Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist / Sports Rehabilitator

Organisation: Castleford Tigers
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (experience dependent)
Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 27 April 2026
Job Description: THE ROLE

Castleford Tigers RLFC are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Lead Academy Physio / Sports Therapist / Sports Rehabilitator to deliver a physiotherapy provision across our youth and academy programmes, with some crossover into First Team support.

This is a key role within our medical department, supporting the health, development, and performance of our academy athletes. The successful applicant will work within a supportive governance structure and alongside senior medical staff, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement across the wider club.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for Academy and Scholarship players.
- Deliver pitch-side trauma and match-day cover for Academy and selected Reserves fixtures.
- Keep accurate, contemporaneous medical records and contribute to injury surveillance.
- Communicate effectively with coaches, performance staff, players, and families.
- Support the First Team medical staff where required.

Working hours are predominantly during the day, with some evening and weekend work required depending on fixtures.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Relevant professional qualification:
- Physiotherapist: HCPC & CSP registered
- Sports Therapist: Society of Sports Therapists registered
- Sports Rehabilitator: BASRaT registered
- Minimum 1 year post-graduate experience
- Level 3 pitch-side trauma qualification (IMMOFP, PHICIS L3, or equivalent) or Level 2 trauma qualification with a willingness to complete Level 3 as soon as possible
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends to cover training and fixtures

DESIRABLE CRITERA
- Previous experience in elite sport or elite rugby.
- Experience working with youth athletes.
- NHS experience.
How to apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter (max 1 page A4) outlining your suitability for the role to: Dr Nick Raynor - Head of Medical Services, nickraynor@castigers.com For informal inquiries, please contact Dr Raynor at the same email address. Please note: whilst we recognise the usefulness of AI tools, we prefer candidates to write applications in their own words so we can truly understand your experience and motivations.