Job Opportunity @ University of Warwick Tennis Centre

A job opportunity has become avaliable at The University of Warwick Tennis Centre.  This position is match-funded by the Tennis Foundation and has been agreed for a period of 2 years.  Although it is is aimed at postgraduate students, interested undergraduates may apply.

Job Title: University Tennis Coordinator

Responsible To: Development Officer, University of Warwick Indoor Tennis Centre

Responsible For: Increasing the provision of tennis activities on the University Campus for students and other Centre users under the management of the Development Officer

Job Purpose: The University Tennis Coordinator will work with the Development Officer on the delivery of a year round programme working closely with the inspire2coach team. This person will support the Development Officer in developing coaching, competition, club and university teams and court usage.  The post will be for approximately 16 hours per week and will include organising and developing opportunities for students. It will also include coaching, refereeing and being involved with inspire2coach programmes in Coventry.

Main Duties:

• To increase participation levels of students at the University of Warwick through setting up and implementing student sessions, taster sessions and competition.
• To develop competitive opportunities for all levels of players.
• To encourage tennis volunteers to become involved in the programmes at the Centre and other venues in the City.
• To coach appropriate groups at the Tennis Centre as part of the coaching team, especially at weekends and with particular emphasis on students.
• To promote tennis on the campus and at the nearby venues.

Personal Attributes:

• The successful applicant will have a confirmed place on a part time post graduate degree at the University of Warwick
• The successful applicant will have an understanding of tennis programmes and will be required to attend training days at the LTA National Training Centre in London during the week of September 6th, 2010.
• The successful applicant will have a recognised tennis coaching qualification and tennis coaching experience.
• The successful applicant will have a flexible approach to work, being able to work during weekends and holidays. The successful applicant will also have good oral and written communication skills, be able to work in a busy team and be motivated and enthusiastic.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to gain valuable experience in the tennis world whilst completing their studies.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae to Penny Garbutt, Development Officer, University of
Warwick Tennis Centre, Kirby Corner Road, Coventry CV4 7AL.

Closing date for applications: August 9th 2010 (Interviews will be held during the week of August 23rd, 2010 at the University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL)

Applicants wanting more information on this position should contact Penny.
e-mail: Penny.Garbutt@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 02476 150687