Learn to Play - Basketball

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JBA Learn to Play Instructor at The Y NSW is a people-first coaching entry point that blends sport, inclusivity and community impact. You’ll run fun beginner sessions on weekends and school holidays in the Northern Beaches, creating a safe, welcoming space while teaching dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. What matters most is energy, reliability and a genuine love of helping kids grow; basic basketball knowledge helps and coaching experience is a bonus but not required. You’ll need WWCC and First Aid/CPR or be willing to obtain them. Highlight your ability to lead small groups, set up gear, uphold safeguarding and show willingness to grow into coaching roles.

🌟 About JBA

JBA programs help children learn the fundamentals of basketball in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment. Our sessions build confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of the game, not just skills.

JBA is proudly part of The Y NSW, a for‑purpose organisation committed to helping young people feel safe, connected, and confident.

👟 The Role

As a Learn to Play Instructor, you’ll:

• Deliver fun, age‑appropriate basketball sessions for beginner players
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children
• Teach basic basketball skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting
• Encourage positive behaviour, teamwork, and participation
• Set up and pack down equipment and support smooth session delivery
• Represent JBA and The Y NSW professionally at all times

✅ You’ll Be Great If You:

• Enjoy working with children and young people
• Bring energy, positivity, and enthusiasm to every session
• Have basic basketball knowledge (coaching experience is a bonus, not required)
• Can confidently lead small groups and keep sessions fun and engaging
• Are reliable, friendly, and keen to learn

🎓 What You’ll Need:

• Working With Children Check (WWCC) – or willingness to obtain
• First Aid & CPR – or willingness to obtain
• A passion for helping kids learn and thrive through sport

💙 Why Join JBA?

• Make a real impact in your local community
• Supportive coaching team and clear development pathways
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Work that’s active, rewarding, and fun
• Opportunities to grow into senior coaching roles over time

📍 Location

Northern Beaches, NSW

Sessions run during weekends and school holidays

👉 Ready to Coach the Next Generation?

Apply now and help kids take their first steps into basketball with JBA.

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate more than 80 sites, employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. We embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept safe at all times. 

Safeguarding Children | The Y