***EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 2027***

Inspire Curiosity. Build Confidence. Make a Difference.
Do you have a passion for Science, Technology, Art, Robotics, Coding, Chess, Soccer, Drama, Dance or Electronics?

Are you looking for flexible and rewarding work where you can inspire children, share your interests and develop valuable teaching and leadership skills?
Kids Unlimited is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Coaches to join our team across ACT near the Kambah, Campbell and surrounding suburbs.

For more than 25 years, Kids Unlimited has partnered with primary schools to deliver high-quality extracurricular programs that help children explore their interests, build confidence and develop lifelong skills.
About the Role As a Kids Unlimited Coach, you'll deliver engaging extracurricular classes to primary school students from Foundation to Year 6.

Programs run:

After school

Using our fully prepared lesson plans and resources, you'll guide students through fun, hands-on activities while creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
We provide all training, curriculum and resources.
Your role is to bring the lessons to life and create an experience that students look forward to every week.

What Does a Typical Session Look Like? Depending on your area of interest, you may:

Lead exciting science experiments
Help students build and program robots
Teach coding through games and challenges
Coach chess strategy and gameplay
Guide creative art and design projects
Run skill-building soccer sessions
Facilitate drama and performance activities
Teach dance routines and movement activities
Explore hands-on electronics projects

No matter the subject, your goal is the same:
To help children learn, participate, have fun and grow in confidence.

What You'll Be Doing As a Coach, you will:

Deliver engaging classes using Kids Unlimited lesson plans
Prepare for your class by reading the lesson plan
Set up and pack up program equipment
Encourage participation and positive behaviour
Create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable learning environment
Communicate professionally with school staff and the Kids Unlimited team
Travel between schools within your local area as required
Complete simple attendance and session reporting requirements

What You'll Receive At Kids Unlimited, we believe our coaches are the heart of our organisation.

That's why we provide:

✅ Paid training and induction
✅ Comprehensive lesson plans and teaching resources
✅ Ongoing mentoring and support
✅ Flexible work that can fit around university, study or other commitments
✅ A supportive and welcoming team culture
✅ Opportunities to develop leadership, communication and teaching skills
✅ Competitive pay rates of $29-$37 per hour plus superannuation
✅ Opportunities for additional hours as new programs and schools are added

Who This Role Is Perfect For:

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, including:

University students
Pre-service teachers
Education support staff
Youth workers
Sports coaches
Performing artists
STEM enthusiasts
Creative professionals
Anyone who enjoys working with children and sharing their passions

No teaching qualification is required.
If you can engage children, build positive relationships and bring enthusiasm to every session, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.

The Coaches Who Thrive With Us Our most successful coaches are:

✅ Reliable and punctual
✅ Confident working independently
✅ Comfortable speaking to groups of children
✅ Positive, energetic and engaging
✅ Professional and organised
✅ Passionate about their chosen subject area
✅ Committed to child safety and student wellbeing
✅ Excited about making learning fun

What You'll Need To be considered for this role, you'll need:
✅ Availability for at least three afternoons per week during school terms
✅ A current Employee Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one
✅ Reliable transport and willingness to travel between schools
✅ Strong communication skills
✅ A genuine interest in working with children
✅ Knowledge, experience or enthusiasm in one or more of our program areas

Important Information:

Most coaching sessions run after school.
Coaches generally work across multiple schools within their local area.
Casual positions are available.
Additional sessions and programs become available throughout the year.
Full training and ongoing support are provided.
Child safety is a core value at Kids Unlimited and all coaches are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and care.

Why Our Coaches Love Working Here:
"I love seeing students gain confidence and discover new skills each week. The lesson plans and support make the role enjoyable and rewarding."

Every week you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children while doing something you enjoy.
Join one of Australia's most trusted extracurricular education providers and help inspire the next generation.

Apply today and bring your passion to Kids Unlimited