Objective
• To provide the highest standard of coaching and development to the players of the appointed grade of competition.
Responsibilities
• Coach in accordance with the AFL Next Generation Australian Football Match Policy for the conduct of the game for players 5-18 years of age.
• Promote the importance of club members adhering to the AFL Kids First Policy.
• Apply the code of conduct for coaching staff and players that supports the objectives of the Club on and off the field.
• Contact all current players as soon as practicable after the completion of the previous season to outline plans for the coming season.
• Develop and establish an appropriate pre season training program.
• Provide recommendations to the Football Executive on the recruitment of appropriate football support staff.
• Instruct the players placed under their care generally and to see that all players carry out sufficient training.
• Liaise with other junior grade coaches to establish a consistent coaching policy throughout the Club.
• Assist with junior development outside the Club where possible or appropriate.
• Provide game day coaching expertise.
• Attend Club functions as agreed to
• Provide regular reports as required throughout the season.
Relationships
• Reports to the Club Executive
Accountability
• Accountable to the Club Executive