Head Coach - First XVIII Football Team

• Scotch College
• Hawthorn VIC, Australia

Casual

Non-Teaching Professionals / Managers

Job Description

One of Australia’s leading independent schools for boys, Scotch College is renowned for its innovation in teaching and learning and its commitment to offering a broad education to develop each boy to his full potential.

We are seeking an outstanding and passionate Head Coach to lead 1st XVIII Football Team. Playing a key role in the continued growth of our highly respected Football Program, you will be responsible for leading and managing the team to achieve on-field success while fostering a positive, inclusive, and performance-driven team culture. This role involves planning and delivering high-quality training sessions, implementing game strategies, mentoring coaches, and supporting player development. Working in close partnership with the Head of Coaching (Football), you will also play a pivotal role in shaping the vision and direction of Scotch’s entire football program, identifying emerging talent, mentoring coaches within our squad and ensuring a high-performance environment that balances athletic excellence with student wellbeing and academic outcomes. 

The successful applicant will have:

• Values of excellence, respect, responsibility and reverence
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• AFL coaching accreditation (minimum Level 1, or willingness to obtain)
• Demonstrated coaching experience at an elite level, in club, school, or representative environment
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate players of varying skill levels
• Deep understanding of APS competition, game strategies, and player development principles
• Familiarity with modern game analysis tools and techniques
• Demonstrated capacity to maintain confidentiality
• Relevant qualifications and/or training in child safety and wellbeing
• Current Working with Children Check (Employee) or VIT

Some of the many benefits of working at Scotch College are:

• Extensive resources and facilities
• Opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development
• Generous leave entitlements
• Staff wellness activities including gym and swimming pool access, yoga sessions and interest groups
• Access to extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Easy access via public transport and onsite parking

Applications should be sent to the Director of People and Culture, and include a cover letter, CV and the full contact details of at least 3 professional referees. Applications will be accepted via email employment@scotch.vic.edu.au only.

Closing date: Friday 21 November 2025 (5pm)

**Scotch College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date

Support of the College’s Christian heritage is an expectation of all staff.

Scotch College is committed to the protection of all children and young people from all forms of abuse. All staff are required to provide referee, proof of identity and academic qualifications checks prior to employment. Adherence to the College’s child-safety practices, Code of Conduct and completion of regular child safe and other related training is mandatory for continued employment.