Casual Tennis Coach (Level 3) in Newport

To assist the Tennis Manager in expanding the Tennis Programme run by Newport Live across 2 venues. The coach must be organised and have good communication skills. The successful candidate must have experience in delivering LTA Initiatives including LTA Youth, Tennis Xpress and LTA Pair and Play. Experience in selling and marketing tennis is desirable.

Hours, Pay and Benefits

• Grade 6 - SCP 27
• £16.67 per hour
• Ability to work flexibly including mornings, daytimes, evenings and weekends.

Key Experiences and Qualifications

• Hold a current Lawn Tennis Association Level 3 Qualification
• Hold Current LTA Accreditation
• Possess knowledge of the LTA Youth development pathway and competition environments
• Hold Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Hold Current Safeguarding Certificate
• LTA Youth Training
• LTA Youth Start Training
• Experience of interacting with adults and young people in a busy customer service environment
• Experience of assisting within a Tennis Programme or Tennis Event
• Experience of event and competition organisation
• Experience of working in a Tennis Environment and coaching team

Role Requirements

• To deliver Group Coaching Sessions, Squad and Holiday Camps based sessions at Newport Tennis Centre or Tredegar Park along with assisting in the delivery of the NTC Schools Programme as directed by the Tennis Manager.
• Maintain knowledge of tactics, techniques, rules of tennis and the LTA framework and proactively help share knowledge to develop the team.
• Ensure that LTA Accreditation Status is up to date along with First Aid and Safeguarding Certificates.
• Commit to Continual Professional Development related to the role through the Tennis Wales Coach Development Centres.
• Give advice on tactical and technical improvement for all levels including Tots Tennis, LTA Youth and Adult Tennis.
• Support fellow coaches/assistants and the Tennis Manager in delivering the squad programme syllabus for all players currently on the Tennis Development Programme.
• Act as a Lead Coach for Tennis Sessions ensuring that lesson plans have been prepared in line with Termly Themes set by the Tennis Manager/Tennis Support Officer.
• Deliver LTA initiatives including LTA Pair and Play, LTA Youth Start, LTA Tennis Xpress and Cardio Tennis.
• Organise and run Team Challenge Events and Matchplay events as directed by the Tennis Manager.
• Assist the Tennis Manager in growing the Tennis Development Programme by proactively recruiting players through outreach and any other programmes.
• Report to the Tennis Manager on all coaching matters when appropriate.
• Maintain and be responsible for accurate administration records for all coaching sessions.
• Communicate and promote the vision of Newport LIVE and the LTA with passion.
• Set up and pack away internal and external equipment so that facilities are ready and available for customers to use.
• Ensure all storage areas are kept clean, safe and tidy.
• Examine all equipment, materials and venues and take appropriate action to remedy issues or report any defects/hazards immediately to the operational management team.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory legal requirements and in particular the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and Child Protection Act.
• Undertake training, as/when required, as part of the Tennis Development continual development Programme.
• Attend Tennis Coach Forums/Meetings as and when required.

Additional Requirements

• Ensure compliance with all statutory legal requirements and in particular the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and Child Protection Act.

For more information on the role, please contact our Tennis Manager, Luke, on 01633 656757 or on email luke.difranco@newportlive.co.uk.