Easts Basketball is one of Sydney's leading community basketball organisations, delivering competitions, team programs, skills development and player pathways for hundreds of players each week.
We are currently looking to expand our coaching team and are seeking committed, knowledgeable and enthusiastic basketball coaches across a range of experience levels.
We are particularly interested in coaches who want to take their coaching seriously, continue developing their craft and contribute to a strong basketball environment.
At the same time, we welcome current players and emerging coaches who may be at the beginning of their coaching journey and are keen to learn.
About the Role
Easts coaches work with players ranging from beginners through to advanced junior athletes aged 5–18 years.
Depending on your experience, strengths and availability, coaching opportunities may include:
- Junior team training
- Skills and player development programs
- Learn to Play and Mini League programs
- Game-day team coaching
- School basketball programs
- Holiday camps and clinics
- Advanced development groups
- Senior or lead coaching responsibilities
For experienced coaches, there are opportunities to take on more advanced players, higher-level team responsibilities and broader roles within our coaching program.
For developing coaches, we provide opportunities to build experience, receive feedback and progress into more senior coaching roles.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for coaches who can combine good basketball knowledge with the ability to create a positive, demanding and supportive environment for young players.
Successful applicants will ideally demonstrate:
- Strong basketball knowledge
- A genuine interest in player development
- Positive energy and leadership
- Reliability and professionalism
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to engage and manage groups of young players
- A willingness to receive feedback and continue developing as a coach
- A commitment to creating a high-quality experience for every player
Previous coaching experience is highly regarded, particularly for our more senior roles.
However, we also encourage applications from current players, former players, university students and emerging coaches with a strong basketball background who are looking to develop their coaching skills.
Availability
Applicants should ideally have some availability during the following periods:
Weekday Coaching
- Monday to Thursday
- Approximately 3:00pm to 7:30pm
Game Day Coaching
- Sundays - must be available on Game Day
- Approximately 8:00am to 3:00pm
Additional coaching opportunities may also be available during school holidays, clinics, special events and development programs.
You do not need to be available for every session. We can accommodate coaches with limited availability as well as those looking for a more substantial weekly coaching workload.
Requirements
- Valid NSW Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one
- Basketball playing and/or coaching experience
- Right to work in Australia
- Reliable transport or ability to travel between coaching venues where required
Formal coaching qualifications are valued but are not essential for all roles.
What We Offer
- Competitive coaching rates based on experience and responsibility
- Regular weekly coaching opportunities
- Roles suited to both developing and experienced coaches
- Opportunities to coach teams, skills programs and advanced players
- Mentoring, feedback and coach development
- Opportunities to progress into senior and lead coaching roles
- A strong basketball environment with a focus on player and coach development
- Flexible casual work across Sydney's Eastern Suburbs
Pay
AU$25.00 – AU$70.00 per hour
Rates vary depending on experience, qualifications and the level of coaching responsibility.
Experienced coaches taking on senior, specialist or advanced development roles may be offered rates toward the upper end of the range.
Job Type
Casual / Contractor
Schedule
- Afternoon shifts
- Evening shifts
- Sunday availability
Application Questions
- Tell us about your basketball playing and coaching background.
- What age groups and levels of players have you coached?
- What areas of player development are you most confident coaching?
- What are you looking for in your next coaching role?
- What is your general availability Monday to Thursday afternoons/evenings and Sundays?
If you are passionate about basketball, take pride in your coaching and want to help young players improve, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you are an experienced coach looking for a stronger coaching environment or an emerging coach looking for an opportunity to develop, Easts Basketball can provide a pathway to grow your coaching involvement.
Pay: $30.00 – $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4.0 – 20.0 per week
Work Location: In person
