Job Description

Job Overview

Hallamshire Tennis & Squash Club is launching a new in-house coaching programme from January 2026 and is seeking experienced Tennis & Padel Coaches to join our coaching team in a supporting coach role.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the launch of our new coaching structure and work closely with our Head Coach. You will play a key role in programme delivery and player development across the full pathway, from early-stage juniors through to performance players. We are looking for friendly, supportive and enthusiastic coaches who are member-focused, provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for all players, and are committed to their own personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality coaching across our full programme, including Junior, Adult and Performance tennis sessions
.o Provide both group and individual (1-to-1) tennis coaching, including term-time coaching and holiday camps

.o Deliver group padel coaching sessions (individual padel coaching is not part of this role at the moment)

.o Help assess new players and support the induction of new members into the coaching programme.

Promote club activities such as Social Tennis, Team Training and events, helping to increase participation and member engagement
.o Support community outreach activities, including schools coaching and assisting with university tennis provision delivered at the Club

.o Promote coaching opportunities and support the growth of the programme by engaging with members and prospective players.

Arrive ahead of sessions to set up equipment and conduct basic session checks, including informal risk assessment, ensuring courts and equipment are left ready for the next user. Maintain accurate session registers and, where required, share relevant session or player feedback with the Head Coach
.o A commitment to upholding the Club's safeguarding policy and protecting children and young people at all times is essential

.o Support players at competitions, matchplay events and internal tournaments.o Deliver coaching to a high standard of professionalism, inclusion, safety and safeguarding at all times. Coaches may be asked to lead on a specific area, such as competitions and teams. Where this applies, competitive remuneration will be offered.

Requirements and Qualifications

LTA Tennis Coach qualification - Level 2 or above . Current DBS, Safeguarding, First Aid, and LTA Coach Accreditation. Padel coaching qualification (LTA or BPCA) desirable but not essential. Confident coaching juniors, adults and performance pathway players across group and 1-to-1 environments. Friendly, reliable, supportive and professional coaching style. Able to work flexibly across daytime, weekday evenings and weekends. Committed to continued personal development and open to mentoring from the Head Coach
.o Eligible to work in the UK. Applicants must include details of two referees, who will only be contacted after the interview stage.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 18.00-22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking Gym membership
Work Location: In person