Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• To promote sports and skills development, and oversee the participation of young people in Football (soccer);
• To promote Elle Football Academy’s offerings to recruit new players and other coaching staff;
• To communicate and work with Elle Football Academy staff and provide necessary instruction to parents and players including arranging for the entry of teams into sporting competitions;
• To work closely with the Training Programs Manager to plan, organize and execute training;
• To lead and facilitate Elle Football Academy’s player evaluations;
• To coach, train and instruct Elle Football Academy’s players by analysing performances with an eye for developing their abilities;
• Maintain player database including parent and player emergency and other contact information and performance analysis;
• To plan and direct game strategies including developing play patterns and analysing game results and player and team progress;
• Coordinate and direct football activities which will involve liaising with other officials, including opposition officials, to interpret and enforce Football Australia rules and regulations;
• To motivate young footballers and supervise training sessions; and
• If required to officiate at sporting events to enforce Football Australia rules;

About you

• Play or played in a professional, premier league or similar level experience.
• Should hold at least an Australian Level Diploma in Sports Coaching.
• Relevant working with children approval from government.
• At least 2 years previous coaching experience including experience evaluating young people and delivering feedback.
• Experience or qualifications in the promotion of football, particularly related to youth football.
• An appreciation and passion for the development of young academy soccer players.
• Experience working with young people, preferably in a coaching capacity.
• Ability to work on projects independently.
• Must possess a strong work ethic, professional demeanour and appearance.
• Punctual and responsible; exceptional organizational & time management skills.
• Reliable transportation. Extensive travel required.
• Must have First Aid Certificate.

Remuneration

$82,250.00 plus superannuation

Job Type

Full-time

Apply now

Please send your resume to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until April 5th, 2025 at 12am.