Padel Operations Leader — Grow the Game

The Padel Directory; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on pitches, courts and

Benefits program access

Stream financial wellbeing app access

Career development and progression

Dynamic sporting environment

Community spirit

Job summary

Powerleague Stoke Trentham Lakes is seeking a Padel Manager to lead daily padel operations, ensuring safe, smooth and high-quality experiences for all players at our new venues.

You will grow participation through leagues, coaching, events and partnerships, while supporting and motivating a team of coaches and delivering outstanding customer service.

This role offers a dynamic, fast-paced sporting environment where teamwork and community spirit are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within sport, leisure or hospitality.
• Confident, people-focused and passionate about growing the game.
• Organised, proactive and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible to work shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends.
• LTA Level 2 Padel Instructor qualification is desirable.
• Experience running coaching programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Padel operations — ensuring safe, smooth and high-quality experiences for all players.
• Grow participation through leagues, coaching, events and community partnerships.
• Support and motivate a talented team of coaches and assistants.
• Deliver top-notch customer service and handle queries with confidence.
• Drive local marketing and sales activity to hit participation and revenue targets.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Coaching

Customer service

Event planning

Job description

Powerleague Stoke Trentham Lakes is seeking a Padel Manager to lead daily padel operations, ensuring safe, smooth and high-quality experiences for all players at our new venues.

You will grow participation through leagues, coaching, events and partnerships, while supporting and motivating a team of coaches and delivering outstanding customer service.

This role offers a dynamic, fast-paced sporting environment where teamwork and community spirit are essential.