Badminton Coach

Y Whittlesea is on the lookout for enthusiastic Badminton Coaches to join our team at the Y Leisure City in Epping. This is an opportunity to play an exciting role in founding our new Badminton program and to provide an amazing badminton experience for children aged 5 – 12 years. Enjoy a fun, dynamic and supportive team environment with opportunities to explore other areas like customer service, sports, gymnastics, party hosting or working in our café. This is a casual position that will require availability to work 2-3 hours of a Sunday morning.

Have experience competing in badminton and love the sport but haven’t coached before? No problem! We are looking for coaches of all levels (Junior through to Senior) and encourage you to apply.

Some of the key duties of this role will include:

• Providing on court coaching according to the programs.
• Assist in delivering quality programs and a fun and supportive experience for participants.
• Assisting with set up/pack up of the badminton courts.
• Being friendly, approachable, and helpful to all students and their parents/guardians where applicable.

For more information, check out the position description here (please paste link into your browser): https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/ikQiGX. And if you have any questions reach out to Dellon, our Sports Team Leader at [email protected] or call 03 9401 2222.

Who on earth are we?

The Y Leisure City Epping is part of Y Whittlesea, a not-for-profit that happens to be the oldest youth organisation in the world and oldest social enterprise where all profits go back into our communities.

Situated in the heart of Epping, The Y Leisure City is an awesome recreational facility delivering programs and services in areas such as Aquatics, Health & Fitness and Sports & Recreation for all ages. We believe being fit and healthy should be fun, easy and accessible to all.

Why Join Us?

• Free 24/7 gym membership
• Join a team that is supportive and committed to your personal development.

What do we hope you'll bring?

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and National Police Check (or willing to obtain).
• International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years.
• A passion for badminton and experience playing/competing.
• A fun, positive and supportive demeanour that resonates with children.
• Availability to work on Sundays.
• The ability to deal with patrons of all ages, cultures and abilities.
• A sports related qualification and related sports experience is not necessary but would be highly regarded.

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

If you're excited to explore this opportunity, take the time to stand out. Submit your resume, answer a few questions on our application form, and if possible, send us a cover letter highlighting your greatness. Click the 'Apply Now' button to submit your application.

Applications close date: 28 June 2024

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

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Some important stuff

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. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser): https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.