Centre Manager, Smash Padel Oxford

SmashPadel; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization is seeking a full-time Centre Manager for their Padel tennis centre in Oxford. The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage operations, and drive business growth while ensuring excellent service standards. This role requires strong leadership and strategic management skills to foster community engagement and enhance facility offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing sports facilities and teams.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead business growth and development of Smash Padel.
• Ensure effective day-to-day operational management.
• Drive commercial performance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Management

Customer Service

Job description

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Smash Padel are looking to recruit a full-time Centre manager for our five court Padel tennis centre at Oxford Sports Lawn Tennis Club. This person will have the ambition and determination to lead a team to deliver the exiting new sport of Padel to the communities of Oxford. The facilities will include five panoramic floodlit courts, changing facilities and a pavilion to provide a reception, shop and refreshments. We have a vibrant customer base and introduce new activities for people of all ages and abilities.

To discuss the role in more detail please contact: Marcus Ballyn: [e-mail] | 07528 487381

To apply please send a CV and covering letter to:[e-mail]

Deadline: Applications close on 13th June 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 16th June 2025 . Interviews may be held with candidates prior to the application deadline on the 13th at the discretion of the Smash Padel executive team.

The role: To strategically lead the business growth and development of Smash Padel, Oxford

• Responsible and accountable for the overall strategic management of Smash Padel, Oxford, its facilities, programme growth and facility development
• Responsible for ensuring the facilities has effective day to day operational management
• Develop and maintain all policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health & safety plus all legal obligations
• Drive commercial performance through an innovative approach: delivering excellent standards and services that both meet the customer needs and occupancy targets as set out in the objectives for the centre
• Work closely with key stakeholders including community groups, employees, Oxford Brookes University, the LTA and Smash Padel management to ensure the facilities and Padel programmes continue to grow and improve
• Manage the Padel programmes across the Smash Padel offering in conjunction with the programme manager (Miguel Cam) to ensure the programmes are planned and delivered to the highest standards.
• Adopt and implement the Smash Padel inclusive policy to offer Padel to all community groups and players
• Work with your team to develop initiatives to recruit new customers and create an event calendar that supports maximising court usage
• Ensure the Smash Padel brand profile and core values are marketed correctly. Securing content in order to promote our services through all media channels with campaigns to drive increased footfall
• Oversea the stock control for kit, equipment and F&B products
• Ensure the facility is safe and secure and manage supplier contracts and agreements

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Sports and Recreation Instruction

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