Casual Gymnastics Coach

City of Canada Bay Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 23,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

City of Canada Bay Council is recruiting a Gymnastics Coach to deliver safe, fun, and engaging classes for pre-school to school-age children and adults at Rhodes Recreation Centre and Five Dock Leisure Centre.

The role requires current Gymnastics Australia Accreditation, First Aid/CPR, Working with Children Check, and excellent customer service. Casual hours include weekend shifts with penalties and superannuation.

Qualifications

• Skills in delivering safe, fun and engaging gymnastics classes.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist in coaching recreational gymnastics classes.
• Teach skills appropriate to age and ability with safe progressions.
• Implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum and goals.
• Ensure sessions start and finish on time; maintain good class flow.
• Maintain a safe training environment at all times.
• Conduct equipment checks and pack up after class.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration across departments

Education

Gymnastics Australia Accreditation

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Working with Children Check

Job description

City of Canada Bay Council – Five Dock NSW

• Opportunity for Gymnastics Coaches with Fundamentals Trainee to Advanced coaching accreditation
• Work for City of Canada Bay's Rhodes Recreation Centre and Five Dock Leisure Centre
• Includes Saturdays and Sunday shifts - Weekend penalty rates apply
• Salary depending on the level of accreditation and experience.

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

Across Rhodes Recreation Centre and Five Dock Leisure Centre, our recreational gymnastics programs provide welcoming, high-quality experiences for participants of all ages and abilities. From children taking their first steps in gymnastics to adults building strength, coordination and confidence, our classes offer a fun, safe and supportive environment to learn, progress and thrive.

Rhodes Recreation Centre features a modern, fully matted, temperature-controlled gymnastics space with state-of-the-art artistic gymnastics equipment. Five Dock Leisure Centre, located in Sydney’s inner west, welcomes more than 1,400 gymnasts each year and offers established recreational, competitive state and national pathways. Together, the centres provide excellent facilities, experienced teams and opportunities to inspire a lifelong love of gymnastics.

About the role

Our Gymnastics department is currently recruiting for Gymnastic Coach to deliver safe, fun, and engaging gymnastics classes for pre-school and school-age children (typically walking –18 years) and adults, following the club’s curriculum and values. The role focuses on fostering physical development, confidence, and enjoyment in a positive and inclusive environment.

Within the area of responsibility, this role will (not limited to):

• Lead or assist in coaching recreational gymnastics classes
• Teach skills appropriate to age and ability, using safe progressions and techniques
• Implement lesson plans aligned with the club’s curriculum and program goals
• Ensure all sessions start and finish on time and maintain good class flow
• Ensure a safe training environment at all times
• Conduct equipment checks and set-ups prior to class. Pack up after class
• Follow all club policies and procedures especially on injury management, supervision, and child Safety
• Maintain all required qualifications
• Build positive relationships with gymnasts and their families.
• Communicate with team leaders or coordinators about concerns, injuries, or incidents.
• Attend relevant training and team meetings to stay updated on curriculum and best practices.
• Complete various programming, admin or miscellaneous tasks as needed.

About the person

To be successful in this role, the candidate should:

• Hold or working towards a current Gymnastics Australia Accreditation
• Current First Aid, CPR Certificate and Working with Children Check clearance or willing to obtain
• Proven experience in excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate effectively at all levels.

This is an exciting opportunity for students to build their gymnastics experience while developing the skills and knowledge to become a Gymnastics Coach.

What’s on offer

This is a casual position, and rates will be between $16.49 and $42.07 per hour depending on accreditation (including casual loading) plus superannuation. Additional weekend penalties apply to the base rate (Saturday +25% & Sunday + 50%).

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0*** or email ************@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups.

Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks.