VFLW Assistant Coach
Melbourne Football ClubAustralia15 hours ago
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Melbourne Football Club
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Description
ABOUT THE CLUB
As the pioneers of the AFL, The Melbourne Football Club holds a special place in history. Our legacy dates back 167 years, when we wrote the rules of the game. We became the inaugural VFA/VFL/AFL Club and still carry the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world. Our vision of the future has been shaped by the foundations of our past. A foundation which created the Demon Spirit.
At Melbourne, we’re proud. Proud of our rich history, proud of our values, with Trust, Respect, Unity, and Excellence at our core. Proud of our people, who live these values each and every day. Proud of our passion, our colours and our spiritual home. We’re proud to belong.
Casey Demons Football Club is an aligned Club with the Melbourne Football Club and seen as an integral part of player development of MFC players and a great environment for the development of VFL listed players.
About The Role
The Club is seeking to appoint a VFLW Assistant Coach for the Casey Demons Football Club. This is an exciting opportunity to assist our Senior Coach in developing and implementing training programs that improve individual player skills, team dynamics, and overall game strategy.
This role will be commencing in February 2026.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Reporting directly to the VFLW Senior Coach, the key areas of responsibilities will include:
You are someone who holds a minimum Level 2 Coaching Accreditation and brings proven experience in a similar role. You can demonstrate a strong ability to build rapport and trust with both players and staff. You are self-motivated and result-driven, with a professional approach that supports consistent performance and development within a high-performance environment.
You possess strong problem-solving skills and have the ability to think on your feet, adapting effectively to changing situations. With excellent attention to detail and outstanding written and verbal communication skills, you are flexible, adaptable, and well-equipped to thrive in a dynamic football environment.
You will be required to work on match days and other events which may be outside of normal business hours.
Perks & Benefits
This position presents the opportunity to work in our newly developed high-performance facility at Casey Fields, as well as AAMI Park, within the Melbourne & Olympic Park Sporting Precinct.
We provide a welcoming, safe, and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone. Our people thrive within a club that is committed to a standard of excellence and supported by a culture of wellbeing and balance.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People
Melbourne Football Club is committed to and takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment for children and young people that is caring, nurturing and safe. We expect representatives of the Club, regardless of their role or level of responsibility, to act to safeguard children and young people, and support such an environment.
This role will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and a Victorian Working with Children Check.
Essential Requirements
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 12 January 2026. Please note that interviews may commence prior to closure date.
The Melbourne Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. If you believe that you have the passion, dedication, and potential to contribute to our organisation but may not meet all the specified selection criteria, we still encourage you to get in touch with us. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and that unique skills and experiences can be valuable assets to our club.
Please note that due to the overwhelming number of applications received by the Club, we are unable to reply to every application. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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- Part Time, Contract/Temp
Applications 0
Description
ABOUT THE CLUB
As the pioneers of the AFL, The Melbourne Football Club holds a special place in history. Our legacy dates back 167 years, when we wrote the rules of the game. We became the inaugural VFA/VFL/AFL Club and still carry the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world. Our vision of the future has been shaped by the foundations of our past. A foundation which created the Demon Spirit.
At Melbourne, we’re proud. Proud of our rich history, proud of our values, with Trust, Respect, Unity, and Excellence at our core. Proud of our people, who live these values each and every day. Proud of our passion, our colours and our spiritual home. We’re proud to belong.
Casey Demons Football Club is an aligned Club with the Melbourne Football Club and seen as an integral part of player development of MFC players and a great environment for the development of VFL listed players.
About The Role
The Club is seeking to appoint a VFLW Assistant Coach for the Casey Demons Football Club. This is an exciting opportunity to assist our Senior Coach in developing and implementing training programs that improve individual player skills, team dynamics, and overall game strategy.
This role will be commencing in February 2026.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Reporting directly to the VFLW Senior Coach, the key areas of responsibilities will include:
- Support the Senior Coach in developing and implementing the VFLW Football Program, including game plans, training sessions and match strategies.
- Conduct individual and team skill development sessions, and provide feedback to players on their performance.
- Assist in game day presentation and support the Senior Coaching during matches
- Contribute to the development of team culture, values and standards
- Collaborate with other coaches, support staff, and players to create a positive and high-performance environment.
- Analyse and review game footage to provide feedback to players and coaches in review and preview sessions for their allocated Line.
- Provide input into player recruitment and talent identification
- Actively participate in coach education and development opportunities
You are someone who holds a minimum Level 2 Coaching Accreditation and brings proven experience in a similar role. You can demonstrate a strong ability to build rapport and trust with both players and staff. You are self-motivated and result-driven, with a professional approach that supports consistent performance and development within a high-performance environment.
You possess strong problem-solving skills and have the ability to think on your feet, adapting effectively to changing situations. With excellent attention to detail and outstanding written and verbal communication skills, you are flexible, adaptable, and well-equipped to thrive in a dynamic football environment.
You will be required to work on match days and other events which may be outside of normal business hours.
Perks & Benefits
This position presents the opportunity to work in our newly developed high-performance facility at Casey Fields, as well as AAMI Park, within the Melbourne & Olympic Park Sporting Precinct.
We provide a welcoming, safe, and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone. Our people thrive within a club that is committed to a standard of excellence and supported by a culture of wellbeing and balance.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People
Melbourne Football Club is committed to and takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment for children and young people that is caring, nurturing and safe. We expect representatives of the Club, regardless of their role or level of responsibility, to act to safeguard children and young people, and support such an environment.
This role will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and a Victorian Working with Children Check.
Essential Requirements
- Level 2 Coaching Accreditation
- National Police / Criminal History Check
- Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 12 January 2026. Please note that interviews may commence prior to closure date.
The Melbourne Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. If you believe that you have the passion, dedication, and potential to contribute to our organisation but may not meet all the specified selection criteria, we still encourage you to get in touch with us. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and that unique skills and experiences can be valuable assets to our club.
Please note that due to the overwhelming number of applications received by the Club, we are unable to reply to every application. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Apply for this role
Application Form
VFLW Assistant Coach Melbourne Football Club
First name*
Last name*
Email*
Phone*
Message*
Attach Resumé* Click to select 1 file.
Upload Other File(s), if any Click to select files. Maximum of 3 files. Total size must be less than 4MB.
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