Job Description

Job Title:

Kids Activity Coach (Part-Time)

Location:

Various Locations (Belfast, Lisburn, Antrim, Newtownabbey)

Company:

KidZ Academy

Start Date:

Week commencing 03/09/25.

About Us:

KidZ Academy specializes in delivering high-quality

sports, creative, and educational activities

for children aged 4-14 across Northern Ireland. We run after-school clubs, holiday camps, and community programs that support children's development through

movement, imagination, and hands-on learning

- all in a fun, nurturing environment.

Job Overview:

Are you confident, enthusiastic, and passionate about working with children? We're looking for energetic and creative

Kids Activity Coaches

to join our growing team. In this flexible

part-time role

, you'll lead engaging

after-school sessions

across a variety of themes - from

sports and physical play

to

arts & crafts

and

technology-based activities

like basic coding or STEM challenges.

We provide full lesson plans and resources

to help you deliver exciting, structured sessions - no planning required!

If you're great with kids and love leading fun, high-energy activities that inspire learning and creativity, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver

fun, engaging, and age-appropriate sessions

across a mix of themes, including: Sport & physical activities Arts & crafts Technology/STEM play (e.g. coding, building, creative challenges) Create a positive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Build strong relationships with children, parents, and school staff. Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. Set up, pack down, and maintain activity equipment. Represent Kidz Academy's values and support program growth within the community.

Essential Criteria:

Experience working with children (minimum 1 year). At least one qualification related to sport, art, childcare, teaching, or a relevant subject (e.g. Level 1 coaching qualification, OCN, or similar). Recent

Enhanced Access NI Check

(within 1 year) or willingness to complete one. Confident leading small groups with high energy and positivity. Excellent organisation, timekeeping, and communication skills. Valid

driver's licence

and

access to own transport

. Friendly, flexible, and able to adapt to a range of activity types and group dynamics.

Bonus Skills (Not Essential):

Experience delivering STEM or coding activities to children. Background in creative arts, drama, or performance. Multi-disciplinary coaching experience.

What We Offer:

Competitive

rate of pay: 15 per hour

Flexible part-time hours

, primarily weekdays 2:00-4:00 PM Paid training in

first aid, safeguarding

, and our unique session delivery approach A bank of ready-made

lesson plans and resources

to support all sessions A supportive, fun work environment with opportunities to grow your skills across different areas

Additional Information:

Due to the nature of this role, an

Enhanced Access NI Disclosure

will be required prior to employment. We are committed to fair recruitment practices and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Job Type:

Part-time

Pay:

25.00 per hour

Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Working with children: 1 year (required)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location:

In person
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to 20.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have any coaching related (or similar) qualifications?
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

working with children: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person