About the business Fiercely proud of our unique Western Suburbs heritage – the Western Bulldogs have represented Melbourne’s West, our geographic heartland, for over 100 years. Our famous Bulldog fighting spirit mirrors that of the West – where hard work and standing up for what you believe in matters. We are the team of the Mighty West, for the West, which has been ingrained in our club for many years. However, our story is no longer only defined by where we come from. Our horizons have lifted, unprecedented opportunities await, and with that there is a moment in time to evolve. While some things change, some stay the same. Our Club still exists to bring people together and create lasting memories, as much as it strives to win premierships. It’s about our people, and their shared passion for the red, white and blue. It’s about ambition, pride, determination, and having a place to call home. We’ll always be entrenched in our community, embracing the beauty and strength in its diversity. It’s the story of what it means to be a Bulldog ‘Through & Through’. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all are celebrated and belong regardless of age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or background. We are a child safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. If you are looking to be a part of a committed and passionate team, the Western Bulldogs encourage you to apply for this fantastic role. About the role The Western Bulldogs Football Club are seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic and talented coaches, with the skills and passion required to provide coaching services to the Australian Rules Football Women’s team. The recent appointment of AFLW Senior Coach, Tamara Hyett, has provided the Western Bulldogs with an opportunity to reset our coaching structure as the team aims for further improvement in 2025. We are now seeking an outstanding individual to lead our talented Backs Group into Season 10 and beyond. Guiding this spirited group of athletes as they strive to develop themselves on and off the field, the successful candidate will join Tamara, and a coaching team, in guiding the team toward achieving the ultimate success together over coming years. The role of AFLW Assistant Coach – Backs is a part time on a max-term contract with 20 hours a week. Reporting to the Senior Coach, the Backs Coach will be responsible for assisting with the development and educating of individual players, whilst also implementing and reviewing Back strategies and structures. The Backs Coach will also be responsible for seeking best practice and innovation in teaching and learning methods as well as devising specific training drills to address development areas. Opposition analysis at VFLW and AFLW level is also included within the position responsibilities. At a minimum, candidates must have completed a Level 2 Coaching Qualification and have previous coaching experience, including experience coaching senior women’s or youth girls and/or talent pathway football team/s or program/s. The successful candidates will also have demonstrated ability in developing relationships and communicating productively with young elite talent and an understanding of the latest AFL playing and coaching strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for prospective coaches to further develop and bolster their coaching expertise within an elite and exciting AFL Women’s Program environment that is well placed to succeed on and off field over coming years. What’s on offer Close to West Footscray Station with free onsite parking available Club membership – Free access to Western Bulldogs AFL and AFLW home games for you and your family Continuous learning & development – Array of paid and discounted professional training and development opportunities on offer Additional Work Life Leave provided to those who are required to work weekends Deals & Discounts with corporate sponsors – over 40% in some cases Parent friendly – Paid Primary and Secondary Carer’s Leave available Wellbeing focus including – access to our EAP Converge includes up to 6 free counselling sessions for you and your immediate family and regular education/initiatives sessions How to Apply Successful candidates will be required to hold a valid working with children check and a satisfactory national criminal history check. If you are interested in working in a challenging yet extremely satisfying position, please click Apply Now & attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your key attributes. Applications close at 5pm Thursday 20 February 2025. Western Bulldogs acknowledges that we reside on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We offer our respect to the Elders of these traditional lands, and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples past, presenting and emerging. Western Bulldogs encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.