Tennis Coach - Hotshotz Tennis Limited
* Deliver engaging and high-quality group and individual tennis coaching sessions for both junior and adult players.
* Assist with the planning and delivery of holiday camps, competitions, tournaments, and club events.
* Support the growth of the tennis programme by attracting new players and retaining existing members across all ages and abilities.
* Work closely with the Head Coach to develop and enhance the coaching programme and player pathway.
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants.
* Confidently deliver, or be willing to support, inclusive tennis sessions for players with additional needs or disabilities.
* Encourage player development, participation, and enjoyment while maintaining high coaching standards.
Hotshotz Tennis is led by Level 5 qualified and Grand Slam-winning coach Zane Cheeseman.
Founded in 2015 with a coaching programme at a single club, we have grown into one of the largest tennis coaching providers in the South East. Today, our team delivers coaching to over 1,800 members across 10 clubs throughout Kent and East Sussex, alongside an extensive schools coaching programme.
Our holiday camps continue to grow in popularity, with more than 1,400 junior players attending last year. We are proud to offer year-round coaching opportunities for juniors, adults, performance players, and schools, helping to grow participation and develop talent at every level of the game.
You'll be joining a thriving coaching team of 11 full-time coaches and 14 part-time coaches, providing excellent opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and career progression. We place a strong emphasis on coach development, with regular team training sessions and workshops attended by the entire coaching team, creating a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and support.
The successful candidate will work across a range of venues, including both indoor and outdoor facilities and hard court surfaces. All venues are located within a 15-minute drive of each other, allowing for variety in your coaching schedule while maintaining a convenient and manageable travel commitment.
We are a vibrant, ambitious, and inclusive team with a strong community presence, committed to delivering outstanding coaching experiences and growing the game of tennis for players of all ages and abilities.
The ideal candidate will be a passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated tennis coach who is committed to delivering outstanding coaching experiences and helping players of all ages and abilities develop a lifelong love for the game.
Essential Criteria
* LTA Level 2 qualification or above (or international equivalent).
* Current LTA Accredited Coach status.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
* A positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually.
* Experience coaching a range of age groups and abilities, including junior and adult players.
* A genuine passion for tennis and a commitment to our philosophy of "Coaching the Game We Love."
* The ability to create engaging, inclusive, and enjoyable coaching sessions that inspire players to reach their potential.
* Current First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications
* Full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport, as coaching will take place across multiple venues.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience delivering group coaching programmes, holiday camps, and one-to-one lessons.
* Experience supporting or delivering inclusive tennis sessions.
* A desire to continue learning and developing through regular coach education and team training opportunities.
* Experience working within a club coaching programme and contributing to membership growth and player retention.
* Ambition to develop a long-term coaching career within a progressive and expanding coaching company.
How to apply
Ready to turn your passion for tennis into an exciting coaching opportunity?
If you're enthusiastic about developing players, thrive in a team environment, and share our passion for "Coaching the Game We Love," we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering email outlining your coaching experience and why you'd be a great fit for the Hotshotz Tennis team to zane@hotshotztennis.co.uk.