GIDEA PARK CLUB & COMMUNITY COACH POSITION
We're looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic tennis coach to join our vibrant team at Gidea Park LTC , with additional coaching opportunities at Raphael Park Tennis Courts. The role covers junior and adult coaching, including both individual lessons and squad sessions.
Ind coaching
Junior squad coaching
Adult squad assisting
Cardio Tennis assisting
School coaching
Social Adult group organising
You'll be working alongside an experienced coaching team and a knowledgeable Head Coach who provides ongoing mentoring and support.
We can offer 20+ hours per week to start, with room to grow, and the role requires flexibility to work varied hours across both venues.
Minimum qualification: LTA Instructor (Level 2), or working towards this qualification.
We're looking for someone who is:
Outgoing and personable, flexible with working hours, keen to develop junior and adult players as part of a supportive club environment.
Gidea Park LTC is regarded as one of the strongest clubs in Essex — a 7-court club (3 acrylic, 4 floodlit astro) with over 500 members active in coaching, teams, social tennis and social events.
We have a performance link with the LTA Enhanced Centre Compete Tennis, offering a pathway into an LTA Performance Centre for our top players.
LTA (Level 2) or above, or working towards this qualification
Enthusiastic, outgoing and personable manner with players of all ages
Experience coaching juniors and adults (individual and group/squad sessions)
Flexible and willing to work varied hours, including evenings/weekends, across two venues
Team player, comfortable working within an experienced coaching staff
Good communication skills and a proactive, community-minded approach
DBS check required
How to apply
Please contact Tom Higgins
headcoach.gpltc@gmail.com
Name, contact number, dob, living location and current coaching position and venue.
Please also attach your cv