Community Tennis Coach

Lawn Tennis Association; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading sports organization in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic and driven coach for a program aimed at increasing tennis participation in Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme. The role involves community engagement, relationship building with local schools, and disability-specific delivery. Candidates should be at least Level 2 qualified and possess excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant investment in tennis facilities and to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and a driven mindset are essential for success in this role.
• Effective communication skills to engage with participants and local authorities.
• Ability to independently manage time while traveling between venues.

Responsibilities

• Drive tennis programs across park sites in Stoke on Trent and Newcastle under Lyme.
• Build relationships with schools and community groups to increase tennis participation.
• Support disability-specific delivery and in-school lessons.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Driven

Good face to face communication skills

Ability to manage own time effectively

Enjoys working as part of a team

Able to travel between venues

Education

Instructor (Level 2)

Job description

Overview

Stoke-on-Trent & Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire

Sport: Tennis

Role type: Employment type: Employer:

Job posted on: 28 January, 2026

Close date: 31 March, 2026

Role purpose

We are looking for a coach to help drive a programme across park sites in Stoke on Trent & Newcastle under Lyme, as part of a significant LTA investment in the facilities. The project involves opening tennis up to all areas of the community, including disability-specific delivery, in-school lessons, and building and maintaining strong relationships with schools and other groups to inform the local community of available tennis opportunities. There is potential for percentage-based pay to increase earnings for coaches successful in growing participation.

We Do Tennis C.I.C is a not-for-profit coaching operator that aims to grow the game of tennis in the UK. We support coaches, clubs, and local authorities in helping players on their tennis journey, from playgrounds to performance. We have significant support in place, including full-time employed staff focusing on all areas of tennis including Parks, and a full-time administration team to help support all areas of our business.

Requirements

• Enthusiastic
• Driven
• Good face to face communication skills
• Ability to manage own time effectively
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Able to travel between venues
• Level 2 qualified or above
• Accredited

Qualifications

Min. Qualification: Instructor (Level 2)

Min. Accreditation: Passmaster? (Note: retained as in original text if necessary; no new facts added)

How to apply

Email CV and why you are interested in the role to Andy Moss, Head of Parks for We Do Tennis, at [e-mail]. For an informal chat, please call 07502 892080