Head Tennis Coach

All Star Tennis is a vibrant, friendly group of people dedicated to delivering high quality tennis coaching in the South West London area. We are the largest single borough parks tennis operation in the UK. We have 6 venues across Wandsworth, with a seventh to be opened in the New Year.

If you're a Level 3 tennis coach (or soon to become one) who'd love the opportunity to deliver and build tennis programmes for all ages and abilities at our Tooting Venue - then we want to hear from you

This opportunity is offered on a self-employed basis within a friendly and motivating coach environment. In this role you will:

• Manage a team of coaches, with responsibility for coach development, consistency and quality
• Work closely with the Coach Manager, Venue staff and other team members to ensure a smooth and successful operation
• Lead the growth of the tennis programme
• Lead group sessions that are part of the All Star Tennis Programme.
• Develop relationships with our client base
• Conduct individual and small group lessons
• Contribute to the Company's Schools Programme
• Maintain safeguarding standards and the correct code of conduct.

Essential Requirements:

• LTA Level 3 qualification. (Working towards or a relevant alternative is acceptable).
• You must be organised, punctual and committed
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• The ability to lead a team
• Can commit to regular coaching including weekends

Desired Requirements:

• Experience of managing a team
• Experience in coaching children from 3yrs old.
• Experience of working with adults and children from beginner to advanced level.
• Comfortable leading group and private lessons.
• Previous playing experience
• Experience of schools programmes
• Be available to start the role in the New Year/during the Spring Term

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates with the opportunity for financial growth
• Personal development and training opportunities
• Year-round coaching
• Joining a friendly, sociable team.
• Relaxed atmosphere

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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Job Type: Freelance

Pay: £30.00-£35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tooting SW17: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• LTA Level 2/ 3 Tennis Coaching Qualification or equivalent?

Licence/Certification:

• LTA Accreditation or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person