Head of Junior Racquets Programme

The Lensbury; Teddington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Discounts across The Lensbury and Icon

Gym & pool access

EAP for you and family

Online benefits portal

Fully funded apprenticeships

Training & development

Staff events

Cycle to work

Free parking

Refer a Friend

Paid annual leave

Job summary

The Lensbury in Teddington on the River Thames is seeking a Head Racquets Professional to develop and implement the annual racquets strategy in alignment with club objectives, focusing on adult participation and coaching standards.

The role will involve strategic oversight and working with the Club GM & Leisure Operations Manager, while day-to-day administration is delegated to the Racquets Administrator and coaching team. Excellent training and development opportunities are offered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual racquets strategy aligned with club objectives.
• Provide strategic oversight, coaching quality, adult programme development and member engagement.
• Coordinate with the Racquets Administrator, Head of Junior Racquets Programme and coaching team for delivery.
• Focus on adult participation, coaching standards, financial performance, facility management and growth of racquet sports.

Job description

About us

Part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, The Lensbury is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 156 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds.

Our Racquets facilities include multiple tennis surfaces (4 clay, 3 grass, 4 artificial grass, 8 floodlit macadam, 3 floodlit mini and 2 mini red artificial grass courts), alongside 2 full-sized squash courts, 3 Pickleball courts and 2 new Padel courts.

The Role

The Head Racquets Professional In conjunction with the Club GM & Leisure Operations Manager, will develop and implement the annual racquets strategy aligned with club objectives.

The role will prioritise strategic oversight, coaching quality, adult programme development and member engagement. Operational delivery and day-to-day administration will be delegated to the Racquets Administrator, Head of Junior Racquets Programme and coaching team where appropriate.

The postholder will focus on adult racquets participation, coaching standards, financial performance, facility management, and the continued growth of racquet sports within the club.

Benefits

• Free meal every shift including unlimited hot and cold drinks in the on-site canteen
• Discounts at The Lensbury and across some Iconic Hotels and Resorts properties worldwide
• Use of some leisure facilities, including gym & swimming pool (after successful 30 day review)
• EAP for you and your family, including 24/7 helpline
• Online benefits portal offering lots of discounts across some major brands
• Fully funded Apprenticeship opportunities
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Staff Awards and Social events throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Refer a Friend programme
• Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays (pro-rata for PT roles)