Tennis Coach

Full Time |  Oxfordshire

Location

Location

Wallingford and Didcot, South Oxfordshire

Qualification

Qualification

LTA Accredited Level 2 or above

Salary

Salary

£35,000 – £40,000

Job Description

Join National Tennis Association in South Oxfordshire.

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled individual to fill a full-time position with us. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of tennis in Didcot and Wallingford, South Oxfordshire.

The anticipated salary for core group sessions and individual lessons will range from £35,000 to £40,000, depending on qualification and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Delivering the core group coaching programme of 16 hours per week and individual coaching of between 10-15 hours per week.
  • Conducting on-court sessions ranging from LTA Youth Start to Adult group sessions.
  • Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday for group sessions. Individual coaching is flexible and on your schedule, either during the daytime/evening on group coaching days, or anytime on Thursday or Sunday. 
  • Building and managing your own self-employed coaching business, alongside delivering the group coaching program.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Previous coaching experience, with a focus on tennis.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective individual coaching sessions.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • LTA coaching qualifications – Minimum Level 2
  • LTA Coach Accredited
Person Specification
The successful candidate must be an LTA Level 2 or above tennis coach as a minimum.
They must be comfortable working with children aged 4-17 and be trained as an LTA Youth Coach, or willing to up skill.
The candidate must also have:
  • Passion and enthusiasm for the game.
  • Experience in delivering a wide range of coaching sessions.
  • A strong customer service ethos and desire to improve coaching services to all.
  • A professional manner and be reliable.
  • The ability to offer professionalism and become a role model and inspiration for players.
  • The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • The passion for continued learning and self-development .
  • Some experience in working with the LTA and tennis clubs.
  • Experience in marketing coaching programmes in local communities and schools.
  • Experience in using software packages (including ClubSpark).
Benefits and Compensation:
  • The successful candidate will inherit a minimum of 10-15 hours of regular individual coaching sessions from the current Coach.
  • Retain 100% income from individual coaching from self-employment
  • Option to be on an employed or self-employed contract
  • Personal Development Plan with NTA Management and CDP course
  • Workplace perks – discount scheme (examples: cinema discounts, supermarket shopping discounts)
  • All coaching equipment provided
  • Racket and clothing Sponsorship with Tecnifibre and Adidas
About National Tennis Association
National Tennis Association (NTA) has been supporting tennis within the UK since 2004. We are a social enterprise, working alongside the LTA as a National Partner to inspire, develop and educate. Our ethos is to attract more people into tennis. As the leading national operator of tennis, we offer a wide range of management solutions and programmes empowering tennis coaches to succeed.
The NTA team comprises over 50 dedicated people, committed to making an impact. We put our workforce first. Working in positive and rewarding environments, as a team or in partnership, is the best way to get results. Trust is at the foundation of who we are, from the trust built with each other, to our customers, partners and community.
If you are enthusiastic about tennis and dedicated to helping individuals improve their skills, we would love to hear from you. Join our team at the National Tennis Association and be a part of the exciting journey to promote the sport in our community.
Why join us?
🚀  Key moment to join National Tennis in term of growth and opportunities
💆‍♀️  Our people matter, work-life balance is important at National Tennis
📚  Fast-learning environment, entrepreneurial and strong team spirit
💵  Competitive salary package and performance related pay, plus retain 100% income via individual coaching with no court fees. We even provide the balls!
⭐️  Staff perks – discounts at over 30,000 of your favorite brands
🎾  Sponsorship opportunities with our partners Adidas and Tecnifibre
💚  Personal Development Plans, internal CPD and grow your career at National Tennis
How to Apply

To apply for this role, please email a covering letter and your CV to scott@nationaltennis.org.uk

Interviews will take place immediately with a view to starting in October 2023