occer Coach – Kids Soccer Program (Ballarat, VIC)
Soccajoeys Ballarat | Casual | $32–$38 per hour | Mid-July 2026 Start
Passionate about soccer and working with kids?
Soccajoeys is Australia’s most popular children’s soccer program, delivering fun, engaging, and development-focused soccer classes for children aged 2.5 to 11 years.
At Soccajoeys, we help children build confidence, teamwork, coordination, and skills for life through soccer in a positive and supportive environment where every child can enjoy sport regardless of ability.
We are now recruiting enthusiastic and energetic Soccer Coaches to join our Ballarat team for Term 3, 2026.
Recruitment is open now, with successful candidates commencing in mid-July 2026.
If you love soccer, enjoy working with children, and bring positive energy to every session, we’d love to hear from you.
About the role
As a Soccajoeys Coach, you’ll deliver structured and enjoyable soccer sessions in a safe and supportive recreational setting.
You’ll be part of a friendly team and receive full training and support before the beginning of Term 3.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver fun and engaging soccer sessions for children aged 2.5–11 years
- Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
- Encourage confidence, teamwork, and participation through sport
- Communicate professionally with parents and team members
- Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled sessions
- Represent Soccajoeys with enthusiasm and professionalism
To be successful in this role, you’ll haveEssential
- Passion for soccer and coaching
- Enjoy working with children aged 2.5–11 years
- Friendly, patient, energetic, and enthusiastic personality
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Current Australian driver’s licence
- Access to your own reliable vehicle (fuel allowance may be available for the right candidate)
- Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one before commencement
- Australian work rights
Preferred but not essential
- Soccer coaching or playing background
- Previous experience working with children
- Experience in childcare, sport coaching, or education
- Studying or interested in:
- Teaching
- Early childhood education
- Sport or exercise science
- Psychology
- Passion for personal development and mentoring children
Availability
We are currently seeking coaches available for some or all of the following:
- Thursday evenings
- Friday evenings
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shifts are negotiable depending on availability.
What we offer
- $32–$38 per hour (based on experience and availability)
- Casual role with consistent weekly term-based shifts
- Full training provided before commencement
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and energetic team culture
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through sport
Location
Ballarat, VIC
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Ballarat and surrounding areas.
Apply now
We’re recruiting now for our mid-July 2026 intake.
To apply, please send through your resume along with a short introduction outlining:
- Your soccer background
- Any experience working with children
- Your availability for Term 3 2026
Learn more about us at www.soccajoeys.com
Pay: $32.00 – $38.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
