Learn to Play Instructor

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Join the YMCA NSW as a full-time Learn to Play Instructor at Ryde Community Sports Centre. You will design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate classes for children, prepare equipment and learning spaces, promote YMCA values, and create a safe, inclusive environment while building positive relationships with children and families. You’ll support centre programs through teamwork and communication, and you will uphold safeguarding and risk management requirements. Success looks like confident, excited children, smooth and safe lessons, prompt handling of inquiries, and a positive team culture. To apply, highlight your First Aid and CPR, NSW Working With Children Check, hands-on child activity experience, session planning skills, and evidence of clear, proactive communication and reliability.

Ryde Community Sports Centre is a welcoming, inclusive community facility operated by YMCA NSW in partnership with the City of Ryde Council. The centre offers high-quality indoor sports and recreation programs in a safe, accessible environment, supporting children, families and the wider community to stay active, connected and engaged.

About the Role

As a Learn to Play Instructor, you will design and deliver engaging, high-quality programs that help children build foundational skills in a fun, safe and supportive environment. You'll create memorable experiences, promote positive behaviour, and contribute to a welcoming community space.

• Deliver well-planned, engaging Learn to Play classes tailored to children's developmental needs
• Prepare equipment and the learning environment before sessions
• Promote YMCA values and ensure a safe, positive and inclusive environment
• Build friendly, cooperative relationships with children, families and community groups
• Support the centre's programs through teamwork, communication and professionalism
• Uphold all safeguarding, safety, and risk management requirements

What Success Looks Like

• Children feel comfortable, supported and excited to participate
• Lessons run smoothly and safely, with equipment properly managed
• Customer enquiries and concerns are handled promptly and professionally
• You model YMCA values and contribute positively to the team and centre culture

What You'll Bring

• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Working With Children Check (NSW)
• Self-motivated and customer-focused
• Friendly, welcoming and supportive
• Strong communication skills
• Team-oriented, reliable and willing to learn

Who What Y?

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

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage candidates from diverse communities to apply. YMCA NSW is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring all children and young people feel safe and are safe—in our programs, in their families, and in their communities.

Our recruitment and screening processes are designed to ensure the right people are in the right roles to protect and empower young people.

https://www.ymcansw.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/