LUFC Academy Doctor
Leeds United
8 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Thorp Arch Training Ground, LS23
Academy Doctor
Location: Thorp Arch Training Ground, LS23
Reports to: Head Of Medical
Application Deadline: 6th May 2026
Working Hours: Part-time M-W-T with 50% coverage on U18 games on a Sat.
Apply here:LUFC Academy Doctor – Fill out form
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Join the Team Behind the Team
At Leeds United, we know that success on the pitch starts with strength behind the scenes.
The Academy Doctor is responsible for the medical care, clinical governance, and health management of academy players, ensuring safe participation, effective injury management, and long-term player wellbeing. The role supports the development of young athletes by providing expert medical advice and working closely with multidisciplinary staff to optimise health, performance, and safeguarding.
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What You’ll Be Doing
You will oversee the health and medical care of academy players, ensuring safe training, effective injury management, and supporting their overall development and wellbeing in collaboration with the wider staff team.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Care & Injury Management
- Assist in diagnosis and management ofacute and chronic injuriesin academy players
- Provide medical assessments for training and match participation, including trial players.
- Lead return-to-play decisions for general medical issues and concussion in collaboration with physiotherapists and coaches
- Diagnose and manage acute medical issues in academy players, including urgent out of hours queries.
Medical Governance & Safeguarding
- Ensure compliance withfootball medical standards and safeguarding policies
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records
- Act as a key point of contact forplayer health, welfare, and safeguarding concerns
- Uphold medicines management policy within the academy
- Prepare Emergency Action plan for all training and home match venues for under 18 and 21’s.
Matchday & Training Support
- Provide medical cover at academy matches and training sessions
- Manage on-field emergencies and coordinate with emergency services if required
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with:PhysiotherapistsSports scientistsAcademy coachesNutritionists and psychologists
- Contribute to integrated player development plans
Prevention & Education
- Develop and deliverinjury prevention strategies
- Lead on inhouse CPD and emergency scenario practice for Academy medical staff
- Educate players and staff on:Health and wellbeingManagement of illnessAnti-doping
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with parents/guardians regarding player health
- Provide clear medical advice to coaching staff
Escalate complex cases to specialist consultants when required
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What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone proactive, personable, and who thrives in a busy environment. You’ll be a key point of contact, so building trust, staying organised, and maintaining confidentiality are all essential.
Qualifications & Training
Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
Full GMC registration
FA Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF), or equivalent
Postgraduate qualification in Sports Medicine
You’ll have:
- Minimum 5 years qualified as a doctor (desirable)
- Experience working in elite sport
- Experience working in an elite football academy setting (desirable)
- Proficiency in Musculoskeletal ultrasound, or looking to commence qualification within 12 months (desirable)
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of youth athlete development and safeguarding
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a high-performance, multidisciplinary environment
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
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Why Should You Join Leeds United?
Whether you are on the pitch or behind the scenes here, we’re united by passion, pride, and a drive to always improve. You’ll be joining a supportive people team where your voice is valued and your development matters.
In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive salary package and pension scheme, along with a range of exciting perks, including but not limited to:
Free on-site gym access
Free parking
A variety of healthy food options on-site
Training and Education support
Enhanced family-friendly policies and support
Access to staff football tickets
Exclusive discounts at our club shop
Special offers and enhanced discounts through our key sponsors and partners
Plus, many more unique benefits that come with being part of our club community
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If you’re looking to take the next step in your HR journey and want to be part of a club that’s as committed to its people as it is to performance, we would love to see your application.
📅 Deadline: 6th May 2026
📍 Apply here:LUFC Academy Doctor – Fill out form
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Location: Thorp Arch Training Ground, LS23
Reports to: Head Of Medical
Application Deadline: 6th May 2026
Working Hours: Part-time M-W-T with 50% coverage on U18 games on a Sat.
Apply here:LUFC Academy Doctor – Fill out form
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Join the Team Behind the Team
At Leeds United, we know that success on the pitch starts with strength behind the scenes.
The Academy Doctor is responsible for the medical care, clinical governance, and health management of academy players, ensuring safe participation, effective injury management, and long-term player wellbeing. The role supports the development of young athletes by providing expert medical advice and working closely with multidisciplinary staff to optimise health, performance, and safeguarding.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What You’ll Be Doing
You will oversee the health and medical care of academy players, ensuring safe training, effective injury management, and supporting their overall development and wellbeing in collaboration with the wider staff team.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Care & Injury Management
- Assist in diagnosis and management ofacute and chronic injuriesin academy players
- Provide medical assessments for training and match participation, including trial players.
- Lead return-to-play decisions for general medical issues and concussion in collaboration with physiotherapists and coaches
- Diagnose and manage acute medical issues in academy players, including urgent out of hours queries.
Medical Governance & Safeguarding
- Ensure compliance withfootball medical standards and safeguarding policies
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records
- Act as a key point of contact forplayer health, welfare, and safeguarding concerns
- Uphold medicines management policy within the academy
- Prepare Emergency Action plan for all training and home match venues for under 18 and 21’s.
Matchday & Training Support
- Provide medical cover at academy matches and training sessions
- Manage on-field emergencies and coordinate with emergency services if required
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with:PhysiotherapistsSports scientistsAcademy coachesNutritionists and psychologists
- Contribute to integrated player development plans
Prevention & Education
- Develop and deliverinjury prevention strategies
- Lead on inhouse CPD and emergency scenario practice for Academy medical staff
- Educate players and staff on:Health and wellbeingManagement of illnessAnti-doping
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with parents/guardians regarding player health
- Provide clear medical advice to coaching staff
Escalate complex cases to specialist consultants when required
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone proactive, personable, and who thrives in a busy environment. You’ll be a key point of contact, so building trust, staying organised, and maintaining confidentiality are all essential.
Qualifications & Training
Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
Full GMC registration
FA Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF), or equivalent
Postgraduate qualification in Sports Medicine
You’ll have:
- Minimum 5 years qualified as a doctor (desirable)
- Experience working in elite sport
- Experience working in an elite football academy setting (desirable)
- Proficiency in Musculoskeletal ultrasound, or looking to commence qualification within 12 months (desirable)
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of youth athlete development and safeguarding
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a high-performance, multidisciplinary environment
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Why Should You Join Leeds United?
Whether you are on the pitch or behind the scenes here, we’re united by passion, pride, and a drive to always improve. You’ll be joining a supportive people team where your voice is valued and your development matters.
In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive salary package and pension scheme, along with a range of exciting perks, including but not limited to:
Free on-site gym access
Free parking
A variety of healthy food options on-site
Training and Education support
Enhanced family-friendly policies and support
Access to staff football tickets
Exclusive discounts at our club shop
Special offers and enhanced discounts through our key sponsors and partners
Plus, many more unique benefits that come with being part of our club community
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you’re looking to take the next step in your HR journey and want to be part of a club that’s as committed to its people as it is to performance, we would love to see your application.
📅 Deadline: 6th May 2026
📍 Apply here:LUFC Academy Doctor – Fill out form
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