Casual Coach – Tennis

Cardiff Metropolitan University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 1,378,000 - 1,929,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised sports membership

Library & digital services access

Job summary

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a Junior Sport Tennis Casual Coach to support the Tennis Junior programme within Cardiff Met Sport. You will assist Lead Coaches and help participants across age groups develop tennis skills.

You should have Level 1 Coaching in tennis, strong teamwork, and customer service. The role focuses on safeguarding, delivering quality coaching, and contributing to programme development.

Qualifications

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in tennis.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills.
• Experience coaching tennis within a sport environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Coaches of Tennis and Cardiff Met Junior Sport in delivering high-quality coaching.
• Support participants in developing tennis skills across age groups and abilities.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to refine training programmes and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Coaching experience

Customer care

Teamwork

Education

Tennis Level 1 Coaching Qualification

Job description

Our Junior Sport Tennis Casual Coach is a key team member for Junior Sport / Sport Systems team, and associated areas of Cardiff Met Sport. They assist with the delivery of the Tennis Junior sports programme (Cardiff Met Junior Tennis) and ensure that the needs of participants are met.

You’ll Lead The Way By

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Tennis and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Tennis coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Tennis, across a range of age groups and development levels
• Assist in teaching and refining of Tennis skills for various levels of ability.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Tennis participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Tennis programmes are both safe and of the highest standards.

Additionally You’ll Have

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in tennis.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants.
• Experience working with customers and parents.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.

We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: [e-mail].

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Billy Barclay on [e-mail].