Head of Tennis | Permanent | Closing Date: Tuesday 10th March 2026

The Leys; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious co-educational school in Cambridge is seeking a dynamic Tennis Coach to lead their tennis program starting April 2026. The position entails being the lead tennis professional, driving both participation and achievement in the sport, and contributing to an inclusive school environment. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team and will have opportunities to further develop the role. Interested applicants should apply by 10 March 2026.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified individual with dynamic energy to lead tennis.
• Experience in coaching and developing tennis skills.
• Ability to engage with pupils and promote enjoyment of the sport.

Responsibilities

• Act as the school’s lead tennis professional and coach.
• Drive achievement and participation in tennis within the school.
• Deliver the school’s tennis program and engage with pupils.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Sports leadership

Job description

Salary commensurate with experience and hours agreed

We are looking for a well-qualified, dynamic and energetic individual to take responsibility for tennis from April 2026. Alongside acting as the school’s lead tennis professional and coach, the successful applicant will drive forward achievement and participation within a school that has a strong reputation in the sport. The quality of our coaching is excellent, with competitive sport played to a high standard and this is an exciting opportunity to promote and develop an enjoyment of tennis within our school community.

This is a permanent role with core hours required to deliver the school’s tennis programme. The precise working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate and there is potential for the role to develop further, subject to the individual’s skills, experience and the needs of the school. The possibility of involvement in the pastoral care of pupils may also be available. Salary will be determined in line with experience, responsibilities and agreed hours.

The Leys is an inclusive and inspiring co-educational boarding and day school offering an incredible learning environment and pupil experience in Cambridge. Putting pupils at the heart of everything we do, our shared values create a strong, caring, and cohesive community. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated, successful, and welcoming team of teaching and business professionals, committed to working together to combine their skills, experience, and insights to deliver an excellent education to our pupils.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK is required. A one-year probationary period will also apply.

The Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and celebrates the diverse voice of our community.

If you are interested in applying, please submit a completed application form including covering letter, to the Recruitment Team ([e-mail]), The Leys School, Cambridge, CB2 7AD by 09.00 on 10 March 2026. Interviews will be held w/c 16 March 2026.

If you have any questions on the role, please contact Ben Elston (Director of Sport) via email ([e-mail]).

This role has the opportunity for regular contact with pupils and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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