Aflw Assistant Coach

Adelaide Football Club; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Adelaide Football Club is seeking a specialist AFLW coaching role reporting to the AFLW Senior Coach. You will coach the craft and structure of your area, prepare and run training and meetings, and develop a defined group of players to contribute to opposition preparation and match day.

You can work across forwards, backline, midfield or stoppages and we welcome coaches at every level of Australian football who are passionate about women’s football and the development of female athletes.

Job description

This is a specialist coaching role in our AFLW program, reporting to the AFLW Senior Coach. You will coach the craft and structure of your area, prepare and run training and meetings, develop a defined group of players, and contribute to opposition preparation and match day.

We have deliberately left the speciality open. Forwards, backline, midfield or stoppages. We want to hear from coaches at every level of Australian football, whether AFL, AFLW, state league, talent pathway or community, who are strong in their area of speciality and passionate about women’s football.

Where and how you can work

We are moving to our brand new facility in Thebarton at the end of the year, a purpose built home for our AFL and AFLW programs. Coaching in an AFL environment is demanding. Training nights, weekend match days and interstate travel are part of the role, so you will need the flexibility to meet them. The role is full time during the season. Outside the season we can be flexible and work the hours around your other commitments.

About the team

Reporting to the AFLW Senior Coach, you will join a coaching group of four, working alongside the other line and development coaches, high performance, medical and player development, with full access to the Club’s analysis, vision and sports science resources.

What you’ll be doing

• Coach the craft, structure and standards of your specialist area
• Design and run craft training that moves your group forward week to week
• Teach the game plan so players can apply it under pressure
• Review and code vision, and prepare opposition insight and match ups for your area
• Coach a defined group of players through direct feedback and tracked development plans
• Contribute on match day and to the post match review
• Work with high performance, medical and player development on load and availability

You’d be a great fit if you…

• Bring coaching experience from any level of Australian football and understand where the modern game is heading
• Can teach craft so it holds up on a match day
• Give honest feedback with care, and hold the standard when it would be easier not to
• Stay composed when the plan has to change mid game
• Want your own coaching reviewed and developed
• Have a genuine passion for women’s sport and want to grow your understanding of what it takes to coach female athletes well

What’s on offer

Working inside an elite AFL environment means your skills have direct, visible impact on the performance of the Club. We invest in our people and we expect you to invest in us.

• Additional ‘Crows’ leave days each year to help you recharge
• Free access to our gym, pool, and yoga classes to support your wellbeing
• Flexible working hours to help you balance work and life
• Ongoing professional development to build your skills and grow your career
• Membership perks include tickets to AFL, AFLW, and SANFL games
• Exclusive discounts through our sponsors and partners

About us

Founded in 1990, the Adelaide Football Club has become a cornerstone of South Australian football, combining a proud history with an ambitious vision for the future. At the heart of our Club is a commitment to excellence, on the field, in our community, and across our organisation.

We are deeply committed to our community, building authentic, lasting partnerships and creating experiences that extend beyond the football field. Joining the Adelaide Football Club means contributing to something that matters, to fans, to South Australia, and to the game.

Other things to know

We make hiring decisions based on experience, skills and potential, as well as alignment with our values. If this role excites you but you don’t tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger.

The Club is committed to safeguarding children and young people in our care and creating a safe, supportive environment for all. Everyone who represents the Adelaide Football Club, regardless of role or level, shares this responsibility.

Bring your coaching strengths to our AFLW program and help us shape what comes next.