Assistant Coach - Lawn Tennis and Sqaush Coach

Navodaya Education Trust; Raichur District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Navodaya Education Trust's Navodaya Sports Academy in Raichur, Karnataka invites applications for an Assistant Coach for Lawn Tennis and Squash. The role focuses on athlete development, training planning, and program delivery.

Candidates should have B.P.Ed or equivalent, NSNIS coaching diploma, relevant certifications, and 1–3 years coaching experience. relocation-ready candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education (B.P.Ed) or equivalent.
• Diploma in Coaching from NSNIS Patiala or regional centres.
• Sport-specific certification from recognised federations.
• State/National level participation preferred.
• 1–3 years minimum coaching or playing experience.
• Basic knowledge of fitness training and injury prevention.
• Good communication and athlete management skills.
• First aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Candidates ready to relocate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve athlete performance through training plans and assessments.
• Monitor attendance, retention, and trainee engagement.
• Track competition results against targets and rankings.
• Maintain discipline, punctuality, and coordination with staff.
• Submit training plans and performance reports on time.
• Support enrollment growth and academy outreach activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Athlete management

First aid knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical education (B.P.Ed) or equivalent

Diploma in Coaching from NSNIS Patiala or regional centres

Sport-specific certification from recognised federations

Job description

Assistant Coach : Lawn Tennis and Sqaush Coach

Institution - NET's - Navodaya Sports Academy

Location - Raichur Karnataka

Key Responsibilities :

1. Athlete Performance Outcomes

• Improvement in athlete performance (timings, scores, rankings)
• Number of athletes achieving podium finishes/medals
• Selection of athletes in district/state/national teams
• Achievement of planned training targets and milestones
• Quality and consistency of training sessions conducted
• Athlete skill development as per periodic assessments

3. Athlete Attendance & Retention

• Athlete attendance percentage in training sessions
• Retention rate of athletes in the program
• Engagement and satisfaction levels of trainees

4. Competition Performance

• Performance of athletes in competitions vs targets set
• Improvement in win/loss ratio or rankings over time
• Readiness and preparedness of athletes during events

5. Discipline & Professional Conduct

• Maintaining discipline during training sessions
• Punctuality and adherence to schedules
• Coordination with management and other staff

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Timely submission of training plans and reports
• Maintenance of athlete performance data and records
• Feedback reports and progress tracking

7. Contribution to Academy Growth

• Participation in events, trials, and talent identification
• Contribution to increasing athlete enrolment
• Support in academy promotions, camps, and outreach programs

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education (B.P.Ed) or equivalent

Professional Certification

• Diploma in Coaching from Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS Patiala) or its regional centres
• Sport-specific certification from recognised federations

Sports Background

• Participation at state/national level (preferred)
• Strong practical knowledge of the respective sport

Experience

• Prior coaching or playing experience (1–3 years minimum)
• Experience in academies, schools, or clubs is an added advantage

Additional Requirements

• Basic knowledge of fitness training and injury prevention
• Good communication and athlete management skills
• . First aid/CPR certification (preferred)

Candidates who are ready to relocate will be preffered