With our recent expansion in partnership with the Borough of Merton, we are seeking career-driven coaches to join an exciting new chapter in parks tennis. https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/TennisInMerton

The role will be based at Wimbledon Park and 1 or 2 other venues in Tennis in Merton. The role will be hybrid of group and private lessons. The role is for a July 2025 start (Flexible on notice periods)

Overview of company

As the new tennis operator for Merton, we have coaching vacancies across the brand new resurfaced 12 Merton sites, including the growth of our home base at Wimbledon Park — with 20 courts, including 10 floodlit courts artificial grass courts and brand new 10 macadam courts , just a 20-minute walk from the AELTC.

Our approach to coaching and community is grounded in three core pillars:
1. Team – We promote a strong team culture among coaches and players, creating a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.
2. Simple Technical Teaching – We break down technical skills into clear, accessible steps to help players of all levels progress with confidence.
3. Physical Development – We encourage movement and athletic growth in every session, helping players build strong, lasting physical foundations.

We’re proud to lead with energy, consistency, and professionalism, and we’re committed to growing the game through inclusive, community-driven coaching.
We’re proud to have been featured on ITV's This Morning and BBC News, recognised for our impact on grassroots tennis. We’ve won Surrey Tennis LTA Awards three years running, including LTA Park of the Year. We work with excellent partners like The Wimbledon Guild and Rally4Ever, the latter in partnership with the WTA, to deliver outreach programmes in local parks including Wimbledon Park.

Professional Development Opportunities
We offer ongoing professional development through PTR Coach Education, with Emma as Head of PTR UK, www.ptruk.org. This provides LTA independent learning points, access to additional coaching qualifications, and racket sponsorships through our partner Wilson for full-time coaches.

Requirements:
5+ years coaching experience
LTA Accredited+ or equivalent (PTR, USTA, RPT)
Valid DBS, First Aid, and Safeguarding certificates
Experience in community, junior, adult & performance coaching
Ideally experienced with E.D.I. groups and in parks tennis
High playing standard preferred

The Ideal Candidate:
Enthusiastic, reliable, and career-focused
A team player who leads by example
Excellent time management and communication skills
Confident working independently and within a team
Able to commit to a regular weekly schedule

If you're a committed coach looking for your next long-term role, we’d love to hear from you.