Learn to Play Instructor

**Date**: 4 Jun 2025
**Location**:
Ryde, AU
**Company**:
YMCA NSW
Do you have a passion for teaching and love working with young kids?
Come with knowledge around sports
Should be available to work on Monday and Friday afternoons
Only for people who are 16 years and above
We are looking for learn to play basketball coaches at the Ryde Community Sports Centre to assist with our after school basketball program. Applicants must have availability from 3.30pm - 6.30pm on Monday and Friday afternoons. They will join a small team of enthusiastic sport fanatics who have a true energy for success and eagerness to support the local community.
About the role
The Ryde Community Sports Centre is a 2-court indoor sports stadium and our staff prides themselves in delivering quality sports programs in Basketball, Netball, Futsal and Outdoor Soccer in the warmer months As a Learn to Play Instructor, you will be responsible for leading engaging and age-appropriate basketball lessons for young children, focusing on basic skills, sportsmanship, and fun.
**Your responsibilities will include**:
Leading basketball classes for children, ages 5-16, in a safe, encouraging, and fun environment
Ensuring the smooth operation of each class and maintaining a positive atmosphere
Providing instruction in basketball fundamentals, teamwork, and fitness
Building strong relationships with children, parents, and the community
About You
You are passionate about working with children and sports, and you thrive in a positive, energetic setting. You’re not just an instructor - you’re a mentor, someone who inspires kids to build confidence through sports. Help inspire the next generation of basketball players while fostering a positive, supportive environment for our community’s youth.
As a Learn to Play Basketball Instructor, you'll be the first point of contact for young learners and their families, guiding them through fun, skill-building sessions that promote teamwork, coordination, and a love for the game.
You will also come with the following
Current CPR and First aid certificate
Basketball coaching experience (desirable but not necessary)
Passion for coaching kids and seeing them exceed
Who What Y?
The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate 18 recreation centres, 47 out-of-school-hours care services, and two camping locations which employ over 1000 staff across NSW - and fund our diverse range of enriching community programs.
We believe in building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply.
Recreation
Our Recreation Team is a close-knit community of energetic people-people, with a passion for staying active and helping others.
From our Duty Managers and Customer Service Officers to our Instructors and Coordinators, the team are responsible for transforming our 18 Recreation Centres into warm, inclusive, and safe spaces - providing access to health, fitness, and recreation opportunities for those who need it most.
As part of the Y family, you will be responsible for the care and wellbeing of vulnerable and underprivileged young people, always acting with integrity and respect to provide fun and meaningful experiences, safely.
We will reward you with benefits like flexible hours and free facility membership, and support you to build valuable people, leadership, and life skills - all while you make a difference to your community.
Commitment to Safeguarding