This role is based in our park venues across the East Midlands. As an on court coach, you will be at the helm of all activities, overseeing group lessons, one-on-one coaching, and educational outreach to schools. Off court, your role will be to help drive court bookings, Annual Pass sales, and all other parts of the WDT parks programme, building connections with stakeholders and the local community to maximise tennis provision.

This is a unique chance to help build and expand a tennis program that prioritizes community engagement, working hand-in-hand with a national organisation. With newly upgraded facilities, we are able to offer this role to a coach who is looking for a full-time career in tennis.

The position offers flexibility to take on more individual and / or group coaching sessions, thus enhancing your income. You'll have the autonomy to expand group classes, tailoring sessions for mini tennis, juniors, adults, and schools. Beyond regular sessions, there are opportunities to lead tournaments and other events.

We feel that this role could be performed brilliantly by different people at varying stages of the LTA Coach Pathway and would welcome applications from ambitious coaches starting their journey, or more experienced coaches wanting to use their experience to make a difference. We're looking for driven individuals; successful applicants will benefit from extensive support, including a thorough onboarding program to ease into the role effectively. As a CDC, we are able to help support with coaching qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching Commitment: Provide at least 20 hours weekly of coaching for juniors, adults, and schools, with flexibility for extra individual sessions or additional group sessions

Project Management: Oversee and deliver a superior tennis program for all skill levels and ages at various park locations. Continuously evaluate and refine the program to boost participation and venue usage. This is a sports development role aimed at growing grassroots participation, both within coaching sessions, and within tennis more broadly.

Event Support: Play an active role in tournaments and other events as needed.

Team Support: Take on additional tasks to ensure the team and program's success.

We Do Tennis C.I.C. is dedicated to enhancing the tennis experience across the United Kingdom, focusing on both the development of players and the improvement of club/park operations and coaches. We are working with local authorities in Leicester, Ashfield and Mansfield to increase parks tennis participation in their areas.

Here's how we see our mission and achievements:

Our Mission: At We Do Tennis, our aim is to make tennis accessible, enjoyable, and beneficial for everyone. We work diligently with tennis venues of all sizes to elevate coaching programs and streamline operations, ensuring that each venue can offer the best possible experience to its members.

Coaching Excellence: We pride ourselves on our coaching methodology that not only teaches the technical aspects of the game but also instills life skills in a fun and engaging environment. Our coaches are trained to foster an atmosphere where learning tennis is also about personal growth and enjoyment. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, our programs are tailored to meet your needs at every level.

Community and Club Support: We support venues by providing solutions to move their operations to the next level. Our focus isn't just on the game itself but on creating a supportive community around tennis. We offer a range of services from safeguarding courses to ensuring venues can develop sustainably and inclusively.

Inclusivity and Accessibility: We believe in making tennis a sport for all. Our initiatives are designed to be inclusive, ensuring that tennis is accessible to people from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and ages. We are committed to breaking down barriers to participation, promoting health, fitness, and social interaction through tennis.

Sustainability: As a Community Interest Company, our profits are reinvested into promoting tennis and community well-being. This commitment helps us grow the sport at the grassroots level, supporting local venues and initiatives that might otherwise struggle to thrive.

Vision for the Future: Looking ahead, We Do Tennis C.I.C. aims to continue expanding our reach, improving our programs, and fostering a love for tennis that transcends competition, focusing on health, community, and personal development.

Want to make a difference in tennis, then get in touch for a chat.

•Enthusiastic
•Driven
•Good face to face, and written, communication skills
•Ability to manage own time effectively
•Enjoys working as part of a team
•Able to travel between venues
•Level 2 qualified or above
•Accredited