KinderGym Leaders

Who we are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The Community Development Department manages the City's libraries, community centres, community hubs, and diverse recreational facilities and partnerships, while also providing support services that enhance quality of life, promote inclusivity, and foster active community engagement.

Join us and see the positive impact your work can make.

About the role

The City of Salisbury is seeking enthusiastic and engaging casual KinderGym Leaders to deliver safe, fun and inclusive programs for children aged 0-5 years and their parents or caregivers.

Based at one of our community centres in Salisbury, you will facilitate play-based learning experiences that support children's physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. This is a casual position with shifts offered based on program requirements. Full training and accreditation will be provided to successful candidates.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Deliver KinderGym sessions in line with Gymnastics Australia KinderGym principles and philosophy.
• Create safe, engaging and inclusive play environments.
• Lead activities that support gross motor skills, fine motor skills, movement, music and physical literacy.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and caregivers.
• Adapt activities to suit different ages, abilities and developmental needs.
• Provide high-quality customer service and respond professionally to enquiries.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
• Support the effective delivery and continuous improvement of Kinder Gym programs.

About you:

You are energetic, patient and passionate about working with young children and families. You thrive in a community-focused environment and enjoy creating positive experiences that support children's development through play.

You will also have: 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and caregivers.
• An understanding of child development and play-based learning principles.
• The ability to work independently, show initiative and manage priorities effectively.
• A commitment to safety, inclusion and customer service excellence.
• Willingness to complete Gymnastics Australia KinderGym accreditation and required training.
• Current Working with Children's Check (mandatory) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Multilingual language skills (desirable).
• Understanding of local government services (desirable).

What we offer

• Training and accreditation provided by Council.
• Work from our community centres in Salisbury.
• Modern and positive work environment.
• Free car parking.
• Flexible casual working arrangements.
• Annual pay increases in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flu vaccinations, health assessments and employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Read the [Position Description].

Eligibility

A current Working with Children Check (WWCC), or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement, is required.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to **********@salisbury.sa.gov.au

Applications close 9:00am, 9 September 2026.