Playmakers

About the programme

The YearBeyond Playmakers Programme places unemployed youth in primary schools in the Western Cape and recreation hubs in the City of Cape Town. The programme equips youth to be modified sport coaches and build foundational physical skills with learners and children in targeted communities. 

What do YeBoneers do?

As a Playmakers YeBoneers role will include:

  • Support Educators: Assist teachers with school-related tasks during the school day.

  • Run After-School Programmes: Organise fun and engaging activities for learners to enjoy after school linked to building foundational physical education skills.

  • Support School Sport: Support coaches with school-based sport programmes and arrange fun sport games.

  • Track Progress: Collect data on learner attendance and programme activities to drive success.

What are the eligibility requirements?

You can apply for the Playmakers Programme if:

  • You are 18-25 years old.

  • You have a matric certificate.

  • You live within a 5km radius of one of the sites (See below) where the programme is implemented.

  • You played school sport, are physically fit and are passionate about being active.

Meeting these eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection for the programme. To be considered, you must meet the eligibility requirements and then be selected through the recruitment selection process.

Applications now open.