Be Well - Head of Racquet Sports

Lawn Tennis Association; Wigan; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent leisure organization is seeking a Head of Racquet Sports to oversee a dynamic programme that includes Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, and Badminton at Robin Park Leisure Centre in Wigan. The role involves leading coaching staff, managing resources, and promoting community engagement. Essential qualifications include LTA Level 4 certification and coaching experience. This full-time position requires flexibility across evenings and weekends. An exciting opportunity to shape racquet sports in a vibrant community awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience in public leisure settings.
• Valid coaching certifications.
• Ability to design and deliver racquet sports programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor coaching staff.
• Manage schedules and resources.
• Foster community engagement through partnerships.
• Monitor performance and manage budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding standards.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership skills

Community engagement

Monitoring performance

IT literacy

Education

LTA Level 4 or equivalent

Level 5 (desirable)

Job description

Robin Park Leisure Centre, Wigan, Lancashire

Full‑time Head of Racquet Sports

Job posted on 07 January 2026

Join Robin Park Leisure Centre as Head of Racquet Sports and lead an exciting programme featuring Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, and Badminton across premium indoor and outdoor facilities. You’ll drive growth, deliver exceptional experiences, and build partnerships to create inclusive pathways for all ages and abilities—from beginners to regional competitors. With access to bespoke tennis courts, eight badminton courts, and future Padel opportunities, this is your chance to shape a vibrant racquet sports community. Flexible shifts across weekdays and weekends apply.

The position is largely based at Robin Park Leisure Centre, a premium Leisure Centre opposite the Brick Community Stadium. The centre includes 4 indoor and 4 floodlit outdoor courts with a Padel partnership in development alongside an 8 badminton court sports hall and extensive fitness facilities. The centre offers coaching, competition, team tennis, schools, community and social tennis.

The role involves designing and delivering racquet sports programmes, including coaching pathways, group sessions, competitions, and outreach activities. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring coaching staff, managing schedules and resources, and fostering community engagement through partnerships and marketing initiatives. Operational duties cover monitoring performance, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding and health standards. Essential requirements include LTA Level 4 (or equivalent), Accreditation+, coaching experience, leadership skills, and valid certifications. Desirable qualifications include Level 5, experience in public leisure settings, and IT literacy. Full‑time hours include evenings and weekends with flexibility during events and holidays.

How to apply

To apply for the position please complete the application form accessible via the greater jobs link:

https://apply.greater.jobs/wigan/Job/JobDetail?jobid=2385

For an informal discussion contact [e-mail].