City of Canning

Activity Instructor (Gymnastics Coach)

Do you have Gymnastics coaching experience? Jump on board and share your passion for gymnastics and the community!

About the role

The City of Canning are looking for casual Activity Instructors with experience teaching gymnastics!

We have casual set shifts for Gymnastics classes (in line with public school terms), teaching children and teenagers aged from 4 to 18 years old.

If you're experienced at teaching gymnastics, enthusiastic, and dedicated to the wellbeing and education of young gymnasts, this role is perfect for you!

Based at the Cannington Leisureplex, you will undertake duties such as:

• Supervising gymnastic classes to groups of children and teenagers with various skill levels
• Fostering a positive and inclusive environment that encourages active participation
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants during sessions
• Communicating with colleagues on class and program delivery
• Supervising other sports activities where and when required

What’s on Offer?

• 2 x casual set shifts per week in line with public school terms - Tuesdays (3:30pm – 6:30pm) and/or Saturdays (9:00am – 12:00pm)
• Opportunity to cover other shifts and sports activities during school term and school holidays

Please note that shifts may be subject to change inline with school and business/operational requirements.

Who we’re looking for

• Considerable experience teaching/coaching gymnastics to children and teenagers
• Gymnastics WA Coaching qualifications highly desirable
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate and CPR certificates
• Current Working with Children Check and satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months)
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to create safe and interactive classes
• Strong teamwork skills and natural inclination to work collaboratively
• Experience instructing other sports like Dance, Soccer, Basketball, Badminton, Pickleball or Netball is a bonus!

Why apply for this role?

• Enjoy creating a fun and engaging environment, supervising young gymnasts!
• Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes
• $32.02 per hour, depending on age, (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + super + weekend penalties
• Free on-site parking and staff amenities

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply

Click APPLY to complete the application and submit your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred).  You may also contact Amy Harris on 0478 260 784 for a confidential discussion.  Visit our website www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs for more information about the role.

Applications will be reviewed on an as-needed and ongoing basis. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.