Sports Coach (Tennis)

Rugby School; Rugby; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Rugby School’s sports department is seeking a Tennis-specialist Sports Coach to join a forward-thinking team. The role runs during the school term from September to July, with daily hours 4pm–10pm, Monday to Friday, and additional hours may be available depending on tennis lesson demand.

Applicants should contact [e-mail] for discussion and further details. Rugby School values diversity and inclusion, and the post includes safeguarding commitments and DBS checks as standard

Qualifications

• Experience coaching tennis at a school or club level.
• Ability to plan and deliver practical tennis coaching sessions.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tennis coaching sessions as part of the sports department.
• Support other sports coaching activities as needed during term time.
• Coordinate with the sports department on session planning and student progress.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Sports coaching

Job description

Rugby school sports department are looking to appoint a Sports Coach with Tennis as a specialism. Rugby School prides itself on having a forward thinking and dynamic sports department. Sport at Rugby School is at an all-time high and we are looking to complement our department with a Tennis coach that shares our drive for research, coaching and sports provision.

The role is during term time from September to July. Candidates must be able to commit to the following days and hours: Monday - Friday 4pm - 10pm. Additional hours may be available based on tennis lesson demand. Please read our Sports Department brief for full details of life in the sports department or contact [e-mail] for an informal discussion regarding the role.

Rugby School is a diverse and inclusive community, committed to using collaboration, curiosity and expertise to uncover the best in every student and member of staff. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and sectors of education and sports coaching. Equity and service are fundamental to our practice, inextricably linked to a desire for excellence in all aspects of school life.

Closing date: 25 October 2026

Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date

Please Note

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online searches (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that 'the Whole Person is the Whole point'. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

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