Current vacancies:

+ Job Title: Lead Coach 

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Tennis Auckland Venues – TotalCoach Tennis Centre, Manukau Tennis Centre, Nicholson Park & Stanley St Tennis Arena
  • Salary Range – $75,000 – $90,000 NZD per annum
  • Start date – 7th of October, 2024
  • Benefits:
    • Join an established team and become part of an innovative and inclusive culture
    • Career development with a range of on-the-job training opportunities
    • Professional development assistance
    • Flexible working practices to ensure work-life balance

+ About Tennis Auckland

Tennis Auckland’s Purpose is Creating Exciting Tennis Experiences. Our Values are Be Courageous, Enable Others, Strive to Excel and Inspire Passion.

Tennis Auckland is responsible for the leadership of tennis in Central, West, East and South Auckland. We have 53 clubs, 12,300 club members and 1075 interclub teams.

Tennis Auckland delivers a range of domestic tennis tournaments and competitions which are held at its facilities.

Across the region ~ 5,000 participants take part annually in the suite of National Programmes (Tennis Hot Shots, Cardio Tennis and Tennis Xpress), with 10% of this number currently taking part in these programmes weekly within a Tennis Auckland facility.

In addition to our domestic/community activities, Tennis Auckland delivers the iconic ASB Classic WTA and ATP events each year.

To learn more about Tennis Auckland follow the link: Home – Tennis Auckland

+ Description

Join our team of 12 dedicated professionals committed to delivering a world class coaching programme. Our team prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, where every coach contributes to creating an enriching environment for both players and staff.

We are seeking a Lead Coach to enhance our team, someone who is adept at expanding programmes through pathways, exhibits strong leadership qualities, and radiates enthusiasm. The ideal candidate should possess a solid coaching background, outstanding communication abilities, and an enthusiasm for mentoring both players and coaches. As the Lead Coach, you will be instrumental in molding the future of tennis in Auckland, propelling our players’ development, and aiding in our team’s ongoing growth.

+ About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Coaching, Tennis Auckland the key responsibilities include:

  • Facilitate maximal growth in all people who start their tennis journey with Tennis Auckland
  • Oversight of weekly themes and lesson plans that are required for consistent program delivery
  • Work closely with our Junior Coaches to grow and develop their coaching abilities
  • Plan and conduct holiday programs and camps to compliment weekly in term lessons
  • Promote an effective, satisfying and productive working environment within the coaching team

+ About You

What you will bring to the role:

  • Tennis Australia Development Course OR Club Professional (or ITF Level 1 or 2 equivalent), if not, be willing to obtain this course under the Tennis New Zealand Coach Development program
  • Extensive experience coaching tennis at key reputable venues, and a successful track record
  • Experience working with all ages and abilities (e.g. Tennis Hot Shots through to adults)
  • Proven knowledge of technique and on-court decision-making strategies
  • Highly effective organisational and communication skills
  • Current Level 1 First Aid certificate
  • On the Tennis New Zealand Coach Register (or be willing to) https://tennis.kiwi/coaches/

+ What’s to Love?

  • Opportunity to work for a high-quality New Zealand tennis organisation
  • Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
  • Provided uniform and racquet sponsorship package
  • A passionate team of coaches with a wealth of industry experience both nationally and abroad

+ How to apply

If you think you are up to the challenge, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter to coaching@tennisauckland.co.nz.

Applications close on Wednesday the 11th of September.

Note: You must be eligible to live and work in New Zealand

At Tennis Auckland, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. Tennis Auckland encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Tennis Auckland is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in New Zealand understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety and vulnerable adults.