Cambridge United are recruiting a Head of Academy Player Care to strengthen off-field support for their young players. The new role is central to the club's commitment to holistic player development and welfare across all academy phases.
The successful candidate will develop and run a comprehensive programme for pastoral care. Key duties include embedding life skills, managing host family arrangements, and delivering personal development support. They will build positive relationships with players, parents, teachers, and academy staff while working closely with the safeguarding team.
Responsibilities also cover recording player interactions and interventions for effective information sharing. The role involves supporting scholars out on loan and developing an Academy Alumni Programme. It includes working with the multi-disciplinary team on support strategies for released players and attending trips and tours.
The club stated that all recruitment decisions are based on merit. Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive working environment free from discrimination. The closing date for applications is Thursday 1 October 2026.
This investment in academy infrastructure comes as the first team enjoys a strong start to the League One season. Cambridge United currently sit fourth in the table with 11 points from six games. Their recent form includes an average of 1.83 points per game, and they have scored 10 goals so far this season. Their next challenge is an away trip to fifth-placed Oxford United on 19 September. Fans can track the team's progress and upcoming matches on the club's fixtures and standings pages.
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