This is a career-defining opportunity to lead one of National Tennis's largest regional parks programmes. Covering our tennis across Bedford Parks, Luton Parks and Shephalbury Park in Stevenage - a total of 11 venues, including 2 floodlit sites - this is a substantial, high-impact role with the scope to lead, grow and shape a thriving programme across the region.

We are looking for an ambitious, driven coach ready to take real ownership. You will lead delivery across the region, grow participation, develop and mentor a team of coaches, and build strong relationships with our local authority and club partners. This is a chance to put your stamp on a programme with genuine momentum behind it.

The private lesson potential here is exceptional. The outgoing coach leaves behind a private lesson waiting list, so there is an immediate, ready-made base for you to step into and grow - a rare head start for any coach building their income.

Taken together, the employed delivery and the private coaching mean this role carries realistic earnings potential of around £40,000 per year for the right person. On-court delivery spans LTA Youth through to Adult group sessions on a weekly basis across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and grow the regional parks programme across Bedford, Luton and Stevenage (11 venues, including 2 floodlit sites).

- On-court delivery across LTA Youth Start, Tennis Express, Adult sessions and Cardio Tennis.

- Recruit, lead and mentor a team of coaches across the region.

- Develop school, club and local authority links to grow participation.

- Build on the inherited private lesson base and grow your own thriving individual coaching business.

Hours & Compensation:

- Full-time role with guaranteed, supported hours.

- Total package worth up to around £40,000 per year, combining employed delivery and a strong private lesson base, dependent on qualifications and experience.

- Inherited private lesson waiting list from the outgoing coach - an immediate base to build on.

- Private individual coaching typically £35+ per hour, with 100% of self-employed income retained.

- Both employed and self-employed arrangements are available - we will work with you to find the right structure.

Benefits

- Retain 100% of income from self-employed individual coaching.

- 5 weeks paid holiday (for employed coaches).

- A Personal Development Plan with NTA management, plus funded CPD courses.

- Workplace perks, including cinema and supermarket discounts.

- All necessary equipment provided.

- Racket Ambassadorship with Tecnifibre.

- Adidas sponsorship, including paid clothing and 50% off all Adidas products.

National Tennis manages tennis across parks in Bedford, Luton and Stevenage on behalf of local councils, making high-quality, affordable tennis accessible to communities across the region. The programme spans 11 venues in total - seven sites across Bedford Parks, our Luton Parks venues at Wardown Park, Hoo Memorial Park and Lewsey Park, and the newly refurbished Shephalbury Park in Stevenage - including 2 floodlit sites for year-round play.

It is a growing programme with real momentum and strong council partnerships, offering the right Regional Lead the chance to shape something significant.

National Tennis is a Community Interest Company and one of the UK's largest tennis coaching organisations, with over 100 employed coaches delivering across the country. We offer high-quality, affordable tennis across a portfolio of parks, clubs and indoor centres.

We pride ourselves on offering coaches a fantastic base to build a career. That means guaranteed and supported hours, all your equipment provided, a structured Personal Development Plan and funded CPD, and genuine progression. Many of our senior coaches and managers started out on court with us - there are clear pathways into lead coach, head coach and operational and management roles as you grow.

For an ambitious coach this is a real step up: the security and support of a national organisation, combined with the freedom to build your own private lesson base and grow your income. If you are hungry to develop, we will back you.

The successful applicant will be an LTA Level 2 Accredited coach or above (Level 3 desirable) and have:

On-Court:

- A strong track record as an Accredited LTA Coach, tailoring sessions to a range of skill levels to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.

- Commitment to the safety and welfare of all participants, adhering to safeguarding policies and promoting a positive, inclusive sporting environment.

Off-Court Responsibilities:

- Strong leadership and planning skills to develop and execute a long-term vision for programme growth across multiple venues.

- The ability to manage and mentor a team of coaches across a region.

- Confidence engaging with NTA management, local authorities, schools, partners and parents.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to problem solve and lead.

General Skills and Qualities:

- Passion and enthusiasm for the game and for growing participation across a community.

- A strong customer service ethos and a desire to improve coaching services for all.

- A professional, reliable manner and the ability to work both on your own initiative and as part of a team.

- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle, given the regional nature of the role.

- A dedication to personal and professional development.

- Experience using software packages (including ClubSpark).