Tennis World - Senior Tennis Coach

Tennis is part of Australia’s cultural heritage; it contributes to the social cohesiveness of our communities and provides a safe, healthy, and social environment for Australians of all ages and abilities. At Tennis Australia (TA) we are passionate about what we do, and we have ambitious plans for how we can continue to grow our game and the positive impact it can have on society. 

Tennis is a sport that is open for all and we want our team to reflect the communities we work and play in. Fostering a workplace that is diverse and equitable is a high priority for Tennis Australia. We strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact recruit@tennis.com.au.

About the role

Tennis World programs include delivering coaching lessons targeted for skill development, social interaction and personal achievement to foster a lifelong enjoyment of tennis. Delivery of the coaching program includes a range of classes including Tennis Hot Shots, Junior Development, and Group Social lessons through to Performance pathways.

The Tennis World Coaching team work to progress all students through the program celebrating personal achievement at each stage of progression. Encouraging students to engage in other programs to test their skills
through Fitbit Cardio Tennis, Competitions and Tournaments is essential for long term success. We're looking for a casual coach to join our team at Millswood who can:

• Effectively deliver agreed coaching programs in all lessons as directed by the Head Coach.
• Actively involve all students on court and identify areas of improvement or skill development.
• Maintain high standard of customer service across Tennis World coaching programs.
• Advise on objectives and key performance measures where programs are not meeting targets and reconfigure appropriately.
• Provide leadership in program plans, ensuring consistency in delivery across the team.
• Work closely with the junior coaches to grow and develop their coaching abilities.

About you

With a passion for tennis and a strong desire to contribute to the growth of our game, you will possess significant experience coaching players of all ages and abilities.

Additionally, you will bring:

• Strong knowledge of Tennis, and the Tennis Australia vision.
• Good understanding of Tennis products and brands, in particular Racquets and string specification.
• Tennis Australia Junior Development Course OR be willing to obtain this course under the Coach Development program.
• Proven knowledge of technique and on-court decision-making strategies.
• Ability to manage, evaluate and relate to personnel and players.
• You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

What’s in it for you?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities through our Thrive program
• Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
   

To Apply

If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!  You can find a copy of the position description here.  Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. 
 
Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.

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