Tennis World - Tennis Coach

Tennis Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

AO ticket opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Partner discounts through Tennis Aus.

Job summary

Tennis ACT is seeking a Tennis Coach Level 1 on a casual basis based in Canberra. You will deliver high-quality coaching sessions for players of all ages and abilities, focusing on inclusive and enjoyable experiences that foster skill development.

As part of the coaching team, you will follow established lesson plans, provide constructive feedback and nurture positive relationships with players, parents and participants, while remaining flexible with afternoons, evenings and weekend sessions.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering coaching programs for children and adults.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to adapt sessions to varying ages and abilities.
• Reliable, professional and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coaching sessions across participation programs.
• Create inclusive, engaging experiences for all players.
• Follow lesson plans and provide feedback to support progression.
• Foster strong relationships with players and parents.
• Attend coaching trainings and team meetings.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Customer service

Education

Tennis Australia Trainee Coach qualification

Job description

About Tennis ACT

At Tennis ACT, tennis is our focus and our passion. We are committed to making tennis accessible, enjoyable and welcoming for people of all ages and abilities across the ACT community. Through coaching, competitions and participation programs, we inspire players to develop their skills, build confidence and enjoy a lifelong connection with the sport. Based in Canberra, Tennis ACT delivers a broad range of grassroots and pathway programs designed to grow participation and foster a love of the game.

To help us achieve our goals, we are looking for a Tennis Coach to join our team on a casual basis at Tennis ACT.

We believe tennis is a sport for everyone, and we want our team to reflect the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

About the Role

As a Tennis Coach Level 1, you will deliver high-quality coaching experiences for players of all ages, abilities and skill levels. You’ll play a key role in creating engaging, inclusive and enjoyable sessions that support player development while fostering a lifelong love of tennis. Programs may include Tennis Hot Shots, Junior Development, Cardio Tennis, Holiday Programs, School Programs and participation pathway activities.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver engaging and professional tennis coaching sessions across a variety of participation programs.
• Create positive, inclusive and enjoyable experiences that encourage player development and retention
• Follow coaching lesson plans and provide constructive feedback to support skill progression.
• Build strong relationships with players, parents and participants through exceptional customer service.
• Contribute positively to the coaching team by attending training, meetings and development opportunities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have experience in sports coaching, teaching or delivering programs for children and adults.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage participants of varying ages and abilities.
• Be passionate about helping players learn, improve and enjoy tennis.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism and a positive team-first attitude.
• Be flexible with working hours, including afternoons, evenings and weekends as required.

Essential Requirements

• Tennis Australia Trainee Coach qualification (or willingness to obtain).
• Current Tennis Australia Coach Membership/Registration (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) registration, or ability to obtain
• Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain.

What’s to Love?

• Ongoing coach development and training opportunities.
• Access to Tennis Australia learning and development programs.
• Australian Open ticket opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Discounts through Tennis Australia partner programs.
• The opportunity to help grow participation and make a positive impact within the ACT tennis community.