ABOUT US 

North Melbourne Kangaroos is a modern AFL football club based in the beating heart of urban, inner-city North Melbourne. At the Kangaroos we are known for our fighting spirit – a bold and never beaten attitude that has won us six premierships and allowed us to achieve the extraordinary together. We are a diverse and inclusive club; a family where everyone belongs, united by our fighting spirit. 

   

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The VFLW Sports Trainer is responsible for assisting with the effective delivery of sports training and massage therapy practices at VFLW match days and training sessions throughout the season.  

Reporting to the VFLW Head Physiotherapist, this Fixed Expiry Part Time Role will: 

  • Deliver Sports Trainer services on match days and training sessions (i.e. taping, preparation, treatment and water running) 
  • Provide accurate recording of player injuries and treatment in line with AFLW medical processes 
  • Replicate and provide optimal injury prevention, assessment & treatment modalities to all players in line with AFLW medical processes 
  • Provide rehabilitation support and return to play protocols as directed by the medical and performance staff 

 

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE 

We are looking for a strong communicator who is passionate about developing players to achieve their full potential to join our VFLW medical team. 

The successful candidate will also have: 

  • A proven successful track record as a Sports Trainer or similar 
  • Sports Trainer Accreditation or equivalent degree 
  • Flexibility with the requirements of the playing cohort 
  • Accountability; can take ownership of tasks with full responsibility through to completion 
  • Ability to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to execute desired objectives 
  • High attention to detail 
  • Resilience; with the ability to push through setbacks and withstand the intense scrutiny and pressure of elite professional sport 
  • Computer literacy with applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook 

 

Our ideal candidate can work a wide array of hours with a varying schedule to suit the seasonal priorities of the football industry. Interstate travel is required. The successful candidate is required to undergo and pass a police check and hold a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.  

PERKS & BENEFITS 

We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment in which our people can thrive. We live our values of Real, Bold, Belonging and Never Beaten By being authentic in our actions, forming genuine connections and being relentless in our approach to growth and improvement. 

In addition to our strong culture, we also offer a number of perks and benefits, including: 

  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers, plus a dedicated return to work support program 
  • Recently renovated physio and medical consultation space 
  • Private spaces available for breastfeeding and prayer 
  • Regular and fun staff events and celebrations through our reward & recognition program   
  • A dedicated resource focused on staff health and wellbeing 
  • A free and confidential coaching and well-being service for staff and their immediate family members 
  • Access to exclusive offers and discounts through club partners 

 

APPLICATIONS 

Please submit your CV together with a covering letter outlining your suitability for this role via this link.    

 

Applications close on Monday, 26 January, 2026. 

Please note that due to the overwhelming number of applications received by the Club, we are unable to reply to every application on an individual basis.  Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 

The Kangaroos strive to be the AFL’s most inclusive, accessible, and united football club. Our value of ‘Belonging’ means we embrace people from all walks of life and respect each other’s opinions and capabilities. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity. 

 It is well documented that the overall diversity we see in Australian society, whether it be gender expression, culture, ethnicity, sexuality, and/or ability, isn’t accurately reflected in many workforces. Diversity in all its forms is shown to improve an organisation’s ability to innovate, create, problem-solve, grow and so much more. So, even if you only meet 60% of the selection criteria; the many facets of your intersectional self might just make you perfect for the role. Please get in touch to have a chat to see if the role is right for you.