Join our coaching team in 2023
Melbourne University Soccer Club are looking for coaches to help our Men’s and Women’s teams return to play in the 2023 season.
With teams in the Victorian Women’s Premier League, Men’s and Women’s State leagues, Men’s Metro and VicSoccer, we are keen to hear from coaches of all levels and experience.
We have listed specific roles below, but if you’re unsure or just interested in coaching at MUSC generally, please get in touch.
You can reach us at [email protected]
Why coach at MUSC?
We are an inclusive club that values community, player development and performance.
Our coaches are well supported by a proactive committee and a team of engaged volunteers who take on a lot of the team admin, allowing our coaches to focus on coaching. Our coaches are also encouraged to connect and learn from each other – recognising the wealth of football knowledge among the team and helping coaches of all levels develop.
Based in Princes Park, Carlton North, our central location and connection with the University of Melbourne make us an attractive destination for a large number of talented players from overseas, interstate, regional Victoria and Melbourne.
We are committed to supporting women to take on coaching positions. If you identify as a woman (cis/trans), nonbinary or gender diverse coach, or aspiring coach, please do not hesitate to express your interest.
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What does coaching at MUSC involve?
We are seeking coaches who bring passion and positivity to everything they do. They will be an exceptional communicator and enhance our club culture.
We are looking for coaches who will:
- Run engaging training sessions
- Improve players as footballers and individuals
- Work in partnership with other coaches to deliver success
Depending on the position, time commitment and responsibilities will vary. Remuneration (volunteer honorarium) appropriate for the position and experience will be negotiated.
If you are interested in any of the following roles, send your coaching CV and a cover letter to [email protected].
Advertised positions
Victorian Premier League Reserves
We are looking for a coach to oversee the VPL Reserves football program. This coach will work closely with the VPL Seniors coach to implement the VPL football program within a squad-based format. A core focus of this position is player development.
Success in this role requires: a player-centric coaching style; strong interpersonal skills; a desire to develop one’s own coaching practice; strong working knowledge of football; and a commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive playing environments in line with club culture.
This coach will enable Melbourne University to be a competitive force in Victorian Premier League Football and provides a framework for senior teams to be promoted towards our goals of competing for promotion.
VPL Reserves Position Description [PDF]
FV Men’s State League 4 Reserves & FV Men’s State League 5 Reserves
We are looking for coaches to oversee the Men’s State League 4 Reserves and the Men’s State League 5 Reserves football programs. These coaches will work closely with their squad’s respective senior coaches to implement the club’s Men’s State League football program within a squad-based format. A core focus of our Reserves coaching positions is player development.
MUSC is in a unique position of having two Men’s State League teams; one currently entered in Men’s State League 4 and the other in Men’s State League 5. The two squads provide competitive playing environments with a strong focus on high performance development.
Success in either of these roles will require a coach who: can identify talent; run engaging training sessions; adopt a holistic approach to players’ development as footballers and individuals; and collaborates proactively with other coaches.
We’re looking for coaches who brings passion and positivity to everything they do. They will be an exceptional communicators. They will buy into and enhance our club culture.
This will all enable Melbourne University Soccer Club to be a competitive force in State League Football and contributes towards our goals of being promoted to State League 3.
MSL4 Reserves Position Description [PDF]
MSL5 Reserves Position Description [PDF]
Men’s Thirds Coach
We are looking for a coach to oversee the Men’s Thirds team within our Men’s Metro Program. This coach will work closely with the Men’s State League coaches and Men’s Metro coaches to develop a team capable of performing at highest level of Football Victoria’s Men’s Metropolitan leagues and provide a strong pool of players to support our Men’s State League Program throughout the season.
Success in this role will require a coach who: can identify talent; run engaging training sessions; adopt a holistic approach to players’ development as footballers and individuals; and collaborates proactively with other coaches.
We’re looking for a coach who brings passion and positivity to everything they do. They will be an exceptional communicator. They will buy into and enhance our club culture.
This will all enable Melbourne University Soccer Club to be a competitive force in State League Football and contributes towards our goals of being promoted to State League 3.
Thirds Coach Position Description [PDF]
Assistant Coaches
We are looking for coaches to assist head coaches at all levels across both our men’s and women’s teams. These coaches will work closely with the head coaches of their team to plan and run training sessions and manage the team on matchdays.
These roles can vary in time commitment, are open to all experience levels and to player-coach roles.
For more information about how to get involved contact [email protected].
Sunday Men’s Teams Coaches
We are always on the lookout for coaches for our men’s Sunday league teams. No prior coaching is experience required but a passion for football and good people skills are necessary! We receive very positive feedback regarding this role, the consensus being this is a cruisy and satisfying job.
Responsibilities include squad selection, running weekly training sessions (Wednesday/Thursday nights) and match days (Sunday morning/afternoons), and a little bit of general club admin.
You can choose to have an assistant, a co-coach, and/or a supporting leadership group. You are free to delegate tasks as you please to make your job as easy as it can be.
All competitive sports teams aim to succeed, but in addition to this our Sunday league teams strive to uphold a positive club culture and seek to have as much fun off the pitch as they do on it, whether this be with after game bevs in the clubhouse, or going for a pub meal together instead of training if it’s 5 degrees and pouring with rain.
If this sounds like something you’re interested in then please do reach out at [email protected].