Community Tennis Coach

TeamBath Tennis is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Community Tennis Coach to join our Development Tennis team.

Based at the University of Bath's world-class Sports Training Village, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality coaching programmes for players of all ages and abilities, helping to grow participation whilst supporting player development across the TeamBath pathway including our U10 performance programme. The role involves leading and assisting tennis sessions, building positive relationships with players and parents, supporting events and holiday camps, and contributing to the continued success and growth of one of the UK's leading tennis programmes. You will work within a collaborative coaching team that is passionate about creating outstanding experiences and opportunities for every player.

This position would suit an energetic coach who is passionate about developing players and is committed to delivering excellent customer experiences both on and off court.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and engaging tennis coach who is passionate about helping players develop and enjoy the game. You will have experience delivering high-quality coaching to junior and/or adult players and be confident building positive relationships with participants, parents and colleagues. You will be motivated by creating excellent experiences on court, supporting player progression, and contributing to the growth of community tennis.

The ideal candidate will hold an LTA Level 3 Coach qualification (or equivalent), demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have the ability to work effectively as part of a coaching team. You will be proactive, organised and committed to creating a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where players of all ages and abilities can thrive. Experience of increasing participation, retaining players, and supporting the growth of coaching programmes would be advantageous.

We are particularly interested in coaches who bring energy, professionalism and a genuine enthusiasm for inspiring more people to play and develop through tennis.

Further Information

This is a part-time role, working 22.5 hours per week. The programme runs for 42 weeks of the year with an additional 10 weeks of holiday camps. Most of this work will be between the hours of 4–9pm Monday to Friday as well as Saturday mornings and may also include some early morning sessions. On average, you will work 1 morning, 4 evenings and a Saturday morning on each of the 42 weeks of the coaching programme and 5 weeks of holiday camps.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

What We Can Offer You

Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance. Generous employer contributory pension schemes. Cycle to work scheme. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Staff discount at Team Bath gym. Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more. Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath. A family-friendly workplace. An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce. Relocation allowance. Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app.

Be Well at Bath

We're committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer staff support groups and networks, a network of Staff Wellbeing Champions, and a suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive.

The University considers itself a place where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality, receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We are a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, an accredited Disability Confident Leader, and an autism friendly university.