Sports Program Activity Leader

Walgett Shire Council; Lightning Ridge, Collarenebri; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared accommodation

Casual rate from AU$38.38/hr

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is seeking a Sports Program Activity Leader for its 2026–2027 summer youth program. You will lead football and basketball activities, teen pool takeovers and other Council events for young people aged 12 to 17.

The role runs during the school holidays from late December to early February, with work approximately 38–40 hours per week. The casual rate starts at AU$38.38 per hour, with applicable penalty rates and options for shared accommodation in Walgett at AU$150 per week.

Qualifications

• You are sporty, practical and comfortable leading activities with teenagers.
• Ability to lead groups, explain activities and adapt for different abilities.
• Patience, sound judgement and calm when behaviour is challenging.
• Respectful approach to young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Availability for evenings, late nights and weekends.
• A current Working with Children Check or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead football, basketball and other sport activities.
• Coordinate youth activities during teen pool takeovers with lifeguards.
• Help deliver Council events, youth centre activities and excursions.
• Encourage participation, build confidence and gather ideas.
• Set expectations and maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
• Work with staff, families, schools and clubs.
• Keep attendance and activity records and share feedback.

Job description

• Lead football, basketball, teen pool takeovers and other summer activities for young people aged 12 to 17.
• Earn a casual rate from $38.38 per hour, plus applicable penalty rates.
• Work approximately 38 to 40 hours per week from late December to early February.
• Shared accommodation may be available in Walgett for $150 per week.
• Bring your sporting ability, coaching experience and energy to a funded community program.

About the role:

Walgett Shire Council is seeking a Sports Program Activity Leader for its 2026 to 2027 summer youth program.

This is a practical, active role for someone who enjoys sport and is ready to get involved. You will lead football and basketball activities, teen pool takeovers and other Council activities, events and excursions for young people aged 12 to 17. The program will run across the school holiday period, from late December until early February.

The program is funded and forms part of Council’s crime prevention and community safety work. It gives young people positive ways to stay active, connect with others and take part in their community over summer.

You will work mainly in Walgett, with some activities and travel across the Shire, including Lightning Ridge and Collarenebri. The roster will include days, evenings, late nights and weekends.

What you will do:

• Plan and lead football, basketball and other sport and recreation activities.
• Coordinate youth activities during teen pool takeovers, working alongside pool operators and qualified lifeguards.
• Help deliver Council events, youth centre activities and excursions.
• Encourage young people to take part, build their confidence and contribute ideas.
• Set clear expectations and maintain a safe, respectful and welcoming environment.
• Work with Council staff, families, schools, sporting clubs and community partners.
• Keep attendance and activity records and share feedback to improve the program.

About you:

You are sporty, practical and comfortable leading activities with teenagers. You may have experience as a coach, personal trainer, PE teacher, sports instructor or club volunteer. Relevant experience can come from paid work, volunteering or sport. Formal youth work or childcare qualifications are not required.

You will bring:

• Strong ability or experience in sport, coaching, physical activity or recreation.
• The confidence to lead a group, explain activities and adapt them for different abilities.
• Patience, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm when behaviour is challenging.
• A respectful approach to young people from different backgrounds and circumstances.
• An understanding of professional boundaries and when to raise a concern with a supervisor.
• Availability for a varied roster, including evenings, late nights and weekends.
• A current Working with Children Check, or the ability to obtain one before starting.

Young people in the program may be dealing with complex circumstances. The role will suit someone who can build rapport, stay fair and consistent, and keep activities positive when things do not go to plan.

What we offer:

• A paid, seasonal role with approximately 38 to 40 hours of work per week.
• A casual rate from $38.38 per hour, with applicable penalty rates.
• Shared accommodation may be available in Walgett for $150 per week.
• The opportunity to lead sport and recreation activities as part of a funded community program.
• The chance to contribute to positive summer opportunities for young people across the Shire.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long-term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

For more information about Walgett please click here .

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be considered as they are received.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Walgett Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation.

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle‑steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one‑of‑a‑kind experience.

At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people‑first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.