Role Overview:
As the RPDC Head Coach, your primary responsibility is to lead and develop our full-time players within our LTA Regional Player Development Centre (RPDC) programme, ensuring alignment with our team’s shared coaching philosophy and high-performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Coaching Delivery:
Oversee and deliver excellent on-court training for U11, U12, and U14 full-time RPDC players through a mix of squad sessions and individualised coaching.

* Collaborative Coaching:
Work closely with the RPDC Assistant Coach to maintain a consistent and aligned approach to player development and session delivery.

* Player Development Accountability:
Take ownership of individual player development, ensuring clear progress pathways are in place and monitored effectively.

* Off-Court Planning & Management:
Plan and manage off-court development, including goal setting, periodised training programmes, tournament schedules, player selection and reselection, and formal player development meetings.

* Tournament Support:
Provide coach support to our full time players at key competitive events including Grade 1, Grade 2, and UK Tennis Europe (TE) tournaments.

* High-Performance Culture:
Foster a professional, values-driven high-performance environment that supports long-term athlete development and team collaboration.

* U10 Transition Support:
Work closely with the Head of the U10 Performance Programme to support the smooth progression of players from U10 into our RPDC.

Delgado & Lee Pro Tennis Academy is based at Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, offers a world-class training environment in one of the UK’s premier sporting facilities. With access to 4 indoor and 8 outdoor courts, a fully equipped high performance gym, on-site hotel, café, and restaurant—as well as shared facilities with other elite International sports—our players train in an inspiring, high-performance setting every day.

We are proud to be both an LTA U10 Performance Centre and an LTA Regional Player Development Centre (RPDC), providing a complete performance pathway from red ball through to professional tennis. Our coaching team works across all ages and stages of development, supporting players with the ambition and mindset to reach their full potential.

Our Mission:
At Delgado & Lee, we believe tennis is more than a sport—it’s a lifelong journey of growth.
We are committed to developing players who are not only technically, tactically and physically prepared, but who also grow into independent, brave, and respectful young people. We aim to equip them with the skills to navigate both the challenges of competitive tennis and the demands of life beyond the court.

We are looking for an individual who not only has the technical coaching expertise but also fully embraces the values, behaviours, and high standards that define a world-class performance environment.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Mindset & Values
* High-Performance Operating Standards:
Fully aligned with the values and operating standards of our high-performance environment; consistently models professionalism, discipline, and integrity.
* Exceptional Work Ethic:
Brings enthusiasm, energy, and full commitment to every aspect of the role – both on and off the court.
* Growth-Oriented:
Actively seeks feedback, reflects honestly, and is committed to continuous self-improvement and professional development.

Planning & Communication
* Detail-Oriented:
Thorough in planning and preparation, including goal setting, tournament planning, session design, and clear communication with players, parents, and coaching team.
* Excellent Communicator:
Able to build strong relationships and trust with players, parents, and coaching team through clear, honest, and empathetic communication.

Performance Expertise
* Understanding of Player Pathways:
Strong awareness of the technical, tactical, physical, and mental attributes required for international junior (ITF) success and applied understanding of how to develop these in players aged 10–14.
* Player-Centred Approach:
Committed to understanding each athlete as an individual and creating tailored development plans that support long-term player development.

What We’re Looking For:
* A highly motivated, organised, and professional performance coach
* Strong experience working with junior performance players (preferably U10–U14)
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* A team-first mindset and a commitment to ongoing personal and player development
* LTA Level 4 (or international equivalent) minimum – Level 5 desirable
* Ability to travel and provide tournament support as required

Why Join Us? / Benefits:
* Be part of a nationally recognised RPDC network with a clear player development philosophy
* Work in one of the UK’s leading high performance sporting facilities
* Work alongside an experienced and passionate performance coaching team
* Contribute to a positive and ambitious performance culture
* Access to ongoing LTA coach development and support
* Option to stay / live on site at preferential rate
* Rackets and apparel provided