Child Programs Supervisor - Safe, Inclusive Activities Lead

Southern State Community College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Training and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive environment

Staff discounts on venue facilities

Job summary

State Sport Centres Trust in Melbourne manages top-tier venues and offers inclusive, community sports programs. The Programs Supervisor will oversee safe, engaging children’s activities at the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre, reporting to the Programs Team Leader and guiding staff to maintain high-quality experiences.

You will ensure safety, inclusion, and strong customer experience while coordinating program delivery, planning activities, and supporting staff development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate engaging children's activities to a high standard.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, schools and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and commitment to safety.
• Proven leadership, collaboration and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality children's programs that create positive experiences for participants.
• Coordinate and support program staff to ensure consistent delivery of activities and compliance with procedures.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe environment with strong child supervision.
• Adapt activities to suit the needs of all children to encourage inclusion.
• Plan and deliver warm-ups, drills, games and cool-downs promoting health and safety.
• Build relationships with children, parents, guardians, teachers and colleagues through enthusiastic communication.
• Respond to and report incidents, injuries and equipment issues while maintaining safety.
• Provide training, guidance and support to new and existing team members.
• Complete administrative duties and contribute to program and operations improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child safety

Staff coordination

Program delivery

Education

Victorian Working with Children Check

Pool Lifeguard Qualification

First Aid & CPR Certification

Job description

State Sport Centres Trust in Melbourne manages top-tier venues and offers inclusive, community sports programs. The Programs Supervisor will oversee safe, engaging children’s activities at the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre, reporting to the Programs Team Leader and guiding staff to maintain high-quality experiences.

You will ensure safety, inclusion, and strong customer experience while coordinating program delivery, planning activities, and supporting staff development.