WE'RE HIRING — KICK ACADEMY & KICK JNR COACHES

Looking for a rewarding coaching role where you can inspire kids, build skills, and grow with a passionate team? This is your opportunity.

WHO WE ARE:

Kick Academy is Geelong’s home of indoor soccer and early childhood soccer development. From toddlers to teens, our programs are designed to build confidence, inspire effort, and create community through the game we love.

Kick JNR: High-energy, play-based soccer sessions for ages 16 months to 7 years – focused on movement, fun, and confidence.

Kick Academy: Fast-paced indoor training and games for kids aged 5 to 13 – focused on skill, teamwork, and growth.

We’re more than just soccer. We’re a place where kids feel safe, encouraged, and inspired to be their best.

THE ROLES:

We’re looking for reliable, engaging coaches who love working with kids and know how to bring energy to every session. Depending on your experience and interest, we have coaching roles available across two programs:

Kick JNR (Ages 16 months – 7 years)
These sessions are play-based, high-energy, and focused on movement, confidence, and fun. You’ll be leading small groups of young children through creative games and soccer-inspired activities, helping them fall in love with being active in a supportive, pressure-free environment.

Kick Academy (Ages 5 – 13)
These sessions and indoor games are designed for school-aged kids developing their skills and teamwork. You’ll run structured training sessions and referee or coach small-sided games in a fast-paced, fun, and supportive environment. A solid understanding of soccer is required for these sessions.

This is not a seasonal role — we’re after long-term team players who want to grow with us.

AVAILABILITY REQUIRED:

Saturday mornings (a must for Kick JNR coaches)

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from 3:45pm (Kick Academy Coaches training & games)

Sunday afternoons (rotating roster for games and events)

Additional shifts may be available for parties, school holiday programs, and events.

Weekday shifts may be available for Kick JNR to the right candidate.

Pay is based on the Fitness Industry Award – Adult Rate

WHO YOU ARE:

✔ 18 years or older
✔ Great with kids - confident, playful, and patient
✔ Soccer knowledge or playing experience
✔ Strong communicator with a team-first mindset
✔ Reliable, organised, and high-energy
✔ Experience working with children
✔ Must hold or be willing to obtain a Working With Children Check

WHY JOIN US:

Fun, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture

Supportive team environment

Ongoing coaching opportunities (not just term-based)

Room to grow with a rapidly expanding academy

APPLY NOW:

Send your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit to:
[email protected]
Subject line: Kick Academy Coach or Kick JNR Coach — depending on the position you’re applying for.