About this role
Turn Your Passion for Sport and Fitness into a Rewarding Career with Children
You've built skills in coaching, motivating and developing people through sport, fitness or recreation. Now bring those skills into a role where you can make a lasting impact on children's confidence, wellbeing and development every day.
We're seeking energetic and passionate professionals from sport, fitness, recreation and physical education backgrounds to join our Outside School Hours Care services across Melbourne as Educators, Coordinators and Leaders.
Enjoy flexible part-time opportunities, genuine career progression and the chance to do meaningful work while continuing to inspire the next generation.
🌱 Why OSHC is a Great Fit for Sports, Fitness and Recreation Workers
Purpose-Driven Work: Support children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth in a positive, community-based setting.Use your coaching skills to lead active games, sports programs, leadership activities and teamwork challenges that help children grow socially and physically.Stronger Relationships: Build meaningful connections with children and families over time – not just during crisis moments.Work-Life Balance: Choose shifts that work for your lifestyle – mornings, afternoons, or school holidays.Career Progression: Step into leadership or coordinator roles, with opportunities for training and advancement.Supportive Teams: Be part of a fun, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that shares your values.💡 This Could Be For You If You
Work in or have experience with: Fitness, Recreation, Sports development or managementLove engaging with children aged 5–12 through play, creativity, and conversationWant more stability, predictability, and ongoing relationships in your workHave (or are working towards) a relevant qualificationDiploma in Arts- Fitness, Recreation or LeadershipBachelor of Applied Science (Physical Education)Bachelor of Physical EducationBachelor of Sport Science (Exercise Science)🔧 Your Role
Creating a safe, inclusive space where kids can be themselvesLeading games, creative activities and sportsSupporting children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviourWorking collaboratively with a team to deliver engaging programsBuilding trusted relationships with kids, parents, and schools
At Junior Adventures Group, child safety and child safeguarding principles are our top priorities. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks and screenings to ensure the wellbeing of all children in our care.
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.