Academy Physiotherapist (U21s/B Team) Organisation Derby County Football Club Salary Dependent on Experience Location Moor Farm Morley Road Oakwood, Derby DE21 4TB · Contract type Closing date 26 July 2026 Job Description Derby County are seeking to recruit an Academy Physiotherapist (U21s/B Team) to join the Academy Medicine and Physical Performance department at Moor Farm Training Centre.Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.The successful candidate will be responsible for, under the guidance of the Head of Academy Medicine & Physical Performance AND Lead Physiotherapist – work autonomously as a Senior staff member of the Department and to lead the assessment, treatment, match day delivery and rehabilitation of PDP Phase (U21/B Team), assist with management/delivery across the Academy (FP-YDP-PDP), and support the Lead Physiotherapist and wider department where directed.Key Role Responsibilities:• Lead and coordinate all medical, wellbeing, and health-related support for the U21/B Team, while contributing across the Academy age groups as required.• Assess, treat, rehabilitate, and monitor players, ensuring accurate medical records, injury reporting, and compliance with Academy Performance Plan (APP), audit, and safeguarding requirements.• Develop and deliver treatment, rehabilitation, injury prevention, medical screening, and health education programmes for Academy players aged 9–23.• Coordinate medical screenings, Fitness to Participate assessments, pre-signing medicals, and associated documentation for scholars, trialists, loans, and Academy players.• Maintain player medical data, monitor physical development trends, and contribute to performance reviews and long-term athlete development.• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), Academy Doctor, coaches, and performance staff to support player health, availability, and development.• Support anti-doping procedures, medical insurance administration, audits, compliance activities, and departmental record-keeping.• Provide medical cover for training, matches, tours, and Academy events, primarily for the U21/B Team while supporting other age groups when required.• Contribute to staff education, mentoring, recruitment, induction, and ongoing professional development within the medical department.• Support the Head of Academy Medicine & Physical Performance and Lead Physiotherapist with departmental operations, administration, strategic planning, budgets, scheduling, and service delivery across the Academy.Personal characteristics and experience:• Knowledge and experience of working in a professional sports performance setting• Knowledge and experience in clinical professional sports performance work• Documented CPD• Post-graduate professional sports experience (desirable). • Resilient, self-motivated and driven• Assertive and confident• Team player with the ability to carry out independent work• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Committed to high standards• Knowledge of the Premier League Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and academy audit processQualifications:Essential• BSc or MSc (pre-reg) degree in Physiotherapy• Membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)• Membership to the Health Professions Council (HPC)• FA Level 5 Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF) or equivalent (hold or willing to obtain as soon as possible)• Experience delivering at elite level or pro sportDesirable• Registered with the Disclose and Barring Service (DBS) Update Service• Post graduate qualification Physiotherapy• Football experienceSalary is competitive, dependent on experience.This is a full-time role, and due to the demands of professional football, there is a requirement for weekend and evening work, as well as regular national travel.Who are Derby County…Derby County Football Club, established in 1884, is one of the founder members of the English Football League and has a rich and varied history, including two First Division titles in 1972 and 1975 and an FA Cup success in 1946. The club are currently playing in the Sky Bet Championship, the second tier of English Football following their promotion from League One in the 2023/24 season and is under the management of Head Coach John Eustace. The club also boasts a successful and respected Category One Academy, a status which has been held since 2014, and a Women’s side competing in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division. Derby County recently embarked on an exciting new era following the change in ownership to Clowes Developments (UK) Limited, in the summer of 2022. Our track record of producing talent is outstanding, and we intend to protect that proud legacy, investing in key roles within the club to build on the foundations in place for success.Everything we do as a Club is built around the three pillars of stability, integrity and progress. Our core values are:• We are proud of who we are and what we do• We are positive, inspired and passionate• We are ambitious and driven• We are prepared, honest and humble• We are the heartbeat of our community• We are the club of opportunityDerby County employee benefits include: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays• Two complimentary staff season tickets• Two complimentary staff away memberships, subject to availability• 20% discount at DCFC Megastore• Company Pension with Aviva• Discounts with select Club partners and sponsors• Healthshield Cash Health Plan to support employee health and well-being and Perks for great deals and discounts• Participating in our employee forum, ‘The Herd’ and Staff Events!• Training and development opportunities• Access to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust• Subsidised lunchtime meals at Moor FarmHow to apply…Derby County Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.As part of the Club's commitment to providing a safe environment for children and young people, applicants should be aware that this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check.Derby County Football Club is an Inclusive Club for all and is committed to Equality and Diversity.To apply for this role, please complete an application form, which can be found HERE.Alternatively, please copy and paste - http://thera.ms/apply - to your chosen browser.More information can be found at https://www.dcfc.co.uk/page/jobsandcareersThe closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 26 July 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.Strictly no agencies please.Derby County Football Club’s Job Applicant Privacy Policy can be found at dcfc.co.uk. How to apply To apply for this role, please complete an application form, which can be found HERE. Alternatively, please copy and paste - http://thera.ms/apply - to your chosen browser. Share X LinkedIn Email