At Tennis QLD, we're creating a more playful world through tennis - for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court. We're a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to...
At Tennis QLD, we're creating a more playful world through tennis - for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court. We're a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we'd love to hear from you. About the role This position is responsible for the effective implementation, growth, and development of the tennis coaching programs at the Queensland Tennis Centre. The role will focus on the development and growth of participation in core coaching programs including Hot Shots, group lessons, Development Squads, Performance, Adult lessons and School groups. The development of grassroots through to elite level coaching programs is essential for the long-term participation objectives across the region. Ensuring our programming is of World Class standard and player development is linking directly with both state and national based programs is key. In this role you will:
- Set individual coach benchmarks in consultation with coaching staff.
- Maintain standards of professionalism and excellence that reflect a high-performance culture.
- Plan coaching schedules to maximise program occupancy across the program pathway.
- Oversee and advise on developing appropriate training for coaches to increase their skill base.
- Lead and conduct internal programs to encourage ongoing participation and overall retention.
- Produce regular detailed reports on the effectiveness and management of the coaching program.
About you To be successful in this role you will have:
- Tennis Australia Coach Membership & Tennis Australia Club Professional Coach (essential)
- Previous delivery experience within Tennis Australia program pathway (preferred)
- Proven experience working with all ages and abilities (e.g. pre-schoolers through to adults)
- Experience in staff management and ensuring high levels of customer service
- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check
- Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis QLD
What's to love?
- Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
- Monthly wellbeing activities and recognition through our Serving Your Success program
- Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
- Attractive leave benefits - with up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all primary caregivers and Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
