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.

We are proud to be the first sporting club in Australia to achieve B Corp certification – a recognition of our bold commitment to social responsibility, community impact and doing business for good.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The AFLW Development Physiotherapist is responsible for assisting with the delivery of medical services to ensure elite standards and care for AFLW athletes.

Reporting to the AFLW Senior Physiotherapist, this is a 6-month fixed-expiry part-time role (approximately 22.8 hours per week), commencing in mid-May to the end of December 2026 (subject to finals appearance). The role will:

  • Assist in developing and implementing rehabilitation plans for injured AFLW players, including clear and appropriate progression criteria through each phase of recovery.
  • Work collaboratively with the high-performance team to support the delivery of holistic programs that enhance player rehabilitation, development, and overall wellbeing.
  • Monitor and document players’ progress against rehabilitation plans, providing regular updates to senior staff.
  • Support and encourage athlete adherence to management plans to optimise recovery outcomes and return-to-play readiness.
  • Assist in the use and interpretation of testing technologies such as dynamometry and force plates to inform rehabilitation progressions.
  • Contribute to evidence-based physiotherapy practices, maintaining high standards of player communication and applying objective criteria to guide decision-making.
  • Provide clear and timely communication to the physiotherapy and high-performance staff regarding player progress, while continuing to develop professional knowledge and clinical skills

 

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a calm and measured physiotherapist who can drive high standards and is committed to excellence through goal setting and collaboration.

The successful candidate will also have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent qualification), with current registration.
  • 3+ years of experience in the assessment and management of sporting injuries, ideally within a team or high-performance environment.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, records, and data management systems.
  • A sound understanding of the AFL and broader high-performance sport environment.
  • A proactive attitude, with a genuine enthusiasm for continuous learning and commitment to professional development within an elite sporting program.

Our ideal candidate can work a wide array of hours with a varying schedule to suit the seasonal priorities of the football industry. Some 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:

  • Recently renovated head office with lots of spaces to collaborate and work flexibly.
  • 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 at 9am on Monday, 20 April.

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.