Junior Coaching Opportunities – 2027 Season
Junior Coaching Opportunities – 2027 Season
Expressions of Interest Now Open
The Burnside Heights Football Club is seeking Expressions of Interest for Junior Coaching positions for the 2027 season across our mixed, boys and girls football programs.
With teams anticipated across all junior age groups, we welcome applications from both internal and external candidates who are passionate about developing young footballers and creating positive sporting experiences.
Whether you're an experienced coach, a current player looking to give back, or someone eager to begin your coaching journey, we'd love to hear from you.
What We're Looking For
Our junior coaches play an important role in developing not only football skills, but also confidence, teamwork, respect and a lifelong love of the game.
Applicants must:
- Be 16 years of age or older
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, the appropriate AFL Coaching Accreditation
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a current Working With Children Check
The Club will provide support and guidance to assist successful applicants in meeting these requirements.
Why Coach at the Bears?
At Burnside Heights Football Club, we are committed to providing a positive, inclusive and development-focused environment where coaches are valued, supported and encouraged to grow alongside their players.
We pride ourselves on building great people through football and providing our coaches with the resources, mentoring and support they need to succeed.
How to Apply
Please submit your Expression of Interest in writing to:
Applications close: Friday, 24 July 2026
