Description of the job
Are you looking for a career in tennis coaching?
High Performance Tennis has an exciting opportunity and is looking for an enthusiastic, committed, and motivated development coach to join the multiple award-winning team starting on Sunday 20th July or sooner!
High Performance Tennis is “committed to excellence and focused on development” and operates out of ETKG Tennis Club in the beautiful surrounds of Kensington Reserve in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs. With newly redeveloped clubrooms and fully lit new hardcourts, this is a fantastic opportunity and a destination for anyone who loves tennis coaching.
The successful applicant will deliver the Hot Shots program, private lessons and other programs as required. The coach will also be responsible for assisting in producing junior club representative players in the local association competition. They will liaise with the Head Coach in identifying future talent and transition players into the development and performance coaching program.
The successful candidate must have a passion working with younger players (4+). A Tennis Australia qualified coach is preferable, but an exceptional candidate will be considered and could earn a scholarship to put towards a Tennis Australia qualification.
The role requires a team-oriented person who is willing to learn, share knowledge, manage programs, excellent communication skills, professional, punctual, and willing to work flexible hours including evenings, school holidays, and weekends (Sundays).
What you will need to bring to the role:
- Passionate about growing the sport
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Willingness to learn and be part of a team
- Knowledge of the tennis coaching pathway in Australia
- Ability to coach players of all ages and abilities
- Commitment to continued professional development
- Tennis coaching experience
- Tennis Australia coach member or willingness to become a TA member (essential)
- Working With Children Checks, National Police Clearance and First Aid certification(essential)
If you answered yes to all of the above, we would love to hear from you!
Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.