Senior Coach

Placed: 11 November 2025

Overview

Start Date: January 2026

Geelong Tennis Programs is seeking a passionate and professional Tennis Australia Level 1 (or higher) qualified coach to join our experienced coaching team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be competent in:

• Coaching Hot Shots group classes (Red, Orange, Green, and Blue stages)
• Running private and semi-private lessons
• Conducting energetic Cardio Tennis sessions

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum Tennis Australia Level 1 qualification
• A coach who is fun, engaging, and reliable
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to create a positive learning environment for all ages
• Someone who conducts themselves in a professional and respectful manner

Requirements

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid certificate
• ABN (if working as a contractor)
• Must be legally eligible to work in Australia

Hours and Days can be negotiable

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Head Coach

Placed: 9 November 2025

Overview

Full Time | Leadership + Coaching Role | Start: Early 2026 (or earlier for the right candidate)

Overview

Spark Tennis, based in the Macedon Ranges, delivers high-quality tennis experiences to over 200 students each week. Our focus is on creating a win–win culture built on strong relationships between parents, players, and coaches. Operating out of South Gisborne Tennis Club, Spark Tennis provides a clear development pathway from beginner to performance-level athletes.

We are seeking a General Manager / Head Coach to lead coaching operations, mentor staff, and drive ongoing business growth. This is a key leadership role that combines hands-on coaching with program management, parent engagement, and team development.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director to uphold Spark Tennis’ reputation for quality, communication, and results, while taking ownership of day-to-day operations and the on-court product.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-quality coaching sessions for spark pathway players aged 4–16, focusing on long-term player development.
• Design and implement structured training systems and feedback processes across all squads.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents through clear communication and progress updates.
• Manage and develop coaching staff through observation, feedback, and regular development sessions.
• Oversee daily operations including scheduling, session quality, and team alignment.
• Grow student participation by 10–15% annually through referrals, trials, and consistent program delivery.
• Maintain 90%+ student retention each term through a strong culture and parent experience.
• Collaborate closely with the Director on strategy, program improvements, and business initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Tennis Australia Club Professional (or equivalent).
• Proven experience developing junior players within a structured pathway.
• Track record of growing a tennis business.
• Leadership experience mentoring or managing coaching teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly with parents and families.
• Confident with program operations, scheduling, and staff coordination.
• Working with Children Check and valid driver’s license required.

Desired Attributes

• High standards and strong personal accountability.
• Industrious and dependable, with a strong work ethic and follow-through.
• Professional, organised, and calm under pressure.
• Proactive and adaptable team player.
• Growth mindset with a focus on player, parents, coach, and business improvement.

Compensation

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives, reflective of experience and impact.

The ranges would be between 70-90k as a starting point.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a short cover letter outlining your coaching and leadership experience to [email protected] with the subject line:

“Application – General Manager / Head Coach.”

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Assistant Coach

Placed: 9 November 2025

Overview

About the role:

We’re offering casual or permanent positions with hours that can be tailored to suit your availability and experience.

The available roles provide the opportunity to work across a variety of programs, including:

• Group lessons for juniors and adults
• Private & semi-private lessons
• Cardio Tennis
• Matchplay & squad training
• Tennis in Schools

Requirements:

• Enthusiastic, positive attitude and a genuine interest in player development
• Tennis coaching experience (or working towards Tennis Australia coaching qualification)
• Current Working with Children Check

What we offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Uniform
• Very competitive hourly rate based on qualifications, experience and performance.

Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

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Coaching Leader

Placed: 9 November 2025

Overview

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head Coach in delivering high-quality coaching programs.
• Contribute to the development of players across various age groups and skill levels.
• Assist in managing coaching schedules, communications, and client engagement.
• Uphold the professional standards and values of Tennisray.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the tennis coaching industry.
• Established client network or connections within the tennis community.
• Strong leadership ambition with a clear goal to progress into a Head Coach role.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills.

Desirable:

• Based in Melbourne.
• Availability to travel internationally for short-term assignments, including student matches, competitions, and tournaments.

If you are passionate about coaching and leadership and would like to grow with an ambitious team, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

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Assistant Coach

Placed: 31 October 2025

Overview

This paid casual position offers the opportunity to work across a variety of programs, including:

• Group lessons for juniors and adults
• Private and semi-private coaching sessions
• Cardio Tennis
• Local school programs

Requirements:

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic, positive attitude and a genuine interest in player development
• Tennis coaching experience (or working towards Tennis Australia coaching qualification)
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

Hours: Monday, Tuesday afternoons and Sunday Mornings.

Location: Lang Lang Tennis Club, Lang Lang, Victoria

If you’re passionate about tennis and keen to be part of a supportive club environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Mike Harrison – 0400 033 373

Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

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Senior Coach

Placed: 31 October 2025

Overview

Start Date: January 2026

Ascot Vale Tennis Academy is seeking a passionate and professional Tennis Australia Level 1 (or higher) qualified coach to join our experienced coaching team.

Our programs cater to a wide range of players — from Hot Shots Blue Stage (ages 3–5) through to adults, so we’re looking for someone who enjoys working with players of all ages and abilities.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be competent in:

• Coaching Hot Shots group classes (Red, Orange, Green, and Blue stages)
• Delivering Adult group lessons (Beginner to Advanced)
• Running private and semi-private lessons
• Conducting energetic Cardio Tennis sessions

Experience or interest in Pickleball coaching is a bonus — training can be provided.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum Tennis Australia Level 1 qualification
• A coach who is fun, engaging, and reliable
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to create a positive learning environment for all ages
• Someone who conducts themselves in a professional and respectful manner
• Our coaching environment is superb — most of our coaches have been with AVTA for over four years, creating a supportive and enjoyable workplace culture.

Requirements

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid certificate
• ABN (if working as a contractor)
• Must be legally eligible to work in Australia

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated coach who loves being on court and wants to be part of a friendly, growing academy, we’d love to hear from you!

■ Email: [email protected]

■ Website: www.ascotvaletennis.com.au

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Senior Coach

Placed: 30 October 2025

Overview

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing, driving and delivering engaging and effective coaching programs across our Bayside venues including well-structured Hot Shots, junior and adult coaching programs
• Designing and implementing tailored coaching plans and drills to enhance technical skills, strategic understanding, and on-court performance
• Analysing training sessions and match play to provide insightful feedback and development pathways for players, including regular communication with parents and guardians
• Actively contributing to member engagement and retention by fostering a supportive and vibrant club culture
• Providing specialised coaching for high-performance athletes, supporting their growth and competitive aspirations

You will be expected to deliver exceptional on court coaching services. It is envisaged that a minimum of 80% of the role will be on court coaching but this will likely vary at different times of the year and with consideration of the objectives of the person in the role.

Qualifications, experience and attributes

• Minimum Level 1 Tennis Australia Development (or equivalent)
• Substantial experience playing and coaching tennis.
• Experience coaching Padel and/or pickleball is advantageous but not a necessity.
• Strong communication and motivational abilities.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children’s check
• Drivers License

Pay Rate

• Excellent casual rate befitting the importance of this position. There is strong potential for this to be a full-time role with the right applicant.

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Performance & Development Coaches

Placed: 28 October 2025

Overview

Performance Coaching Position Vacant (2 available):

The on-court coaching hours will be a predominately be working within our Squad Program and private lessons.

• The coach must be able to write lesson plans for the program, showing progression programs for the players.
• The coach will be required to complete tournament planning for the players within the program they work with.
• Minimum 7 years coaching experience (references required)
• Minimum 2 year coaching performance players

The coach will also be required to work in additional programs such as Hot Shots, Adult Coaching & Holiday Clinics. The coach will also be required to assist with tournament delivery – training will be provided.

Development Coaching Position Vacant (1 available):

The on-court coaching hours will predominately be working within our Hot Shots (grassroots) tennis program and private lessons.

• Within the Hot Shots program the coach will be required to work with players aged 3-12 years
• The coach must be able to write lesson plans for the program, showing progression programs for the players.
• The coach must have an excellent personality and communication with kids of this age.
• Minimum 5 years coaching experience

The coach will also be required to work in additional programs such as Adult Coaching & Holiday Clinics. The coach will also be required to assist with tournament delivery – training will be provided.

The successful applicant must have:

• A passion for tennis and for working with children​
• Alignment with our company values
• The ability to develop and build strong professional relationships with our team, students, parents, club members and the tennis community
• Well organised and love of learning and growing your knowledge
• Show initiative and creativity

The successful applicant will be required to have:

• Valid Working with Children’s Check
• Valid Police Check
• Tennis Australia Coach Membership
• Minimum 5 years of coaching experience

Other benefits include:

• Equipment package supplied by Head
• Uniform package supplied by Nike

Work Hours

• Minimum of 25 hours per week with ability to work up to 38 hours per week is desired by the coach
• The coach will be required to work weekdays between the hours of 3:30-8:30pm (weekends will be optional)
• Coaches are paid on an hourly rate $40-$50 per hour
• Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and add on value to the business

Visa Sponsorship

• We have ability to sponsor coaches on the 408 Visa

If you think we would be a great fit for each other and want to be part of our team, then please apply with your past experience, vision for your coaching future, references and why you think we would be a good fit for each other.

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Assistant Coach

Placed: 21 October 2025

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Club Coach

Placed: 14 October 2025

Overview

About Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale is the gateway to East Gippsland – just 3 hours east of Melbourne.

• Population ~18,000 (catchment 30,000+)
• Close to the Gippsland Lakes and Mt Hotham snowfields – a fantastic lifestyle for families and outdoor enthusiasts
• 3 secondary and 5 primary schools, with several more within easy reach

Bairnsdale enjoys a long tradition of participation in tennis (and more recently pickleball), with strong community support.

About the Club

Home of the East Gippsland Tennis Centre:

• Established at the current site c1901
• 18 classic clay courts (13 under lights)
• Annual Labour Day Family Tournament and inter-club challenges
• Weekly coaching, competitions and social tennis – 6 days a week
• 3 pickleball sessions weekly
• Supportive committee and strong, active membership.

The Role – Club Coach

We’re seeking a professional, energetic and community‑minded coach (or coaching team) who is:

• Passionate about tennis, player development and community‑minded
• Professional, reliable, well‑organised and inclusive
• A strong communicator with players of all ages and abilities
• Tennis Australia‑accredited (Level 1 required / Level 2 desirable)
• Committed to ongoing professional development

Programs & services include: Hot Shots & school programs, junior & adult squads, private lessons, Cardio Tennis, holiday clinics, support for junior comps & tournaments, and (by agreement) pro shop and racquet‑stringing.

Why Join Us?

A unique opportunity to coach at one of regional Victoria’s most established community tennis clubs, backed by a supportive committee, strong membership base and engaged local community.

• Welcoming club culture and large active player base
• High demand for junior and adult coaching
• Flexibility to pursue opportunities aligned to BTC’s strategic plan and growing tennis
• Opportunity to build a coaching team and sustainable business

Would you like more information or to apply?

For a confidential chat and/or to request an information pack contact: Marg Supplitt (details below).

To apply send your CV and cover letter to: Marg Supplitt – President, Bairnsdale Tennis Club [email protected] | 0408 105 066

Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

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Assistant Coach

Placed: 8 October 2025

Overview

Sessions will primarily be with players 5 – 12yrs, where we offer 2 session types:

• Junior Clinic Sessions for our younger players, to build new skills and play lots of fun & interactive tennis games
• Match Play & Tennis Games, for those players who have tennis experience and would like to take part in a combination of Match Play & Interactive Tennis Games and activities

Private lessons will also be running, if you have experience taking 1:1 sessions please make a note if this in your application as these can be organised as add ons.

Day/s

• Monday – Saturday

Time/s

• 8:45am – 10:45am (each morning)
• 10:45am – 12:15pm (on select days)

Dates

• December – 10th – January 24th (excluding public holidays)

Pay Rate

• $25.00 – $40.00/hr pending qualification & experience (Based on Fitness Industry Award 2021)

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, fun & interactive environment for players on your court
• Communicate clearly with players
• Set clear boundaries for players
• Follow Tennis Works’ Lesson Plans
• Work as part of a team
• Set Up & Pack Up courts for sessions

Key Selection Criteria

• Tennis Knowledge & background is a must
• Previous coaching experience is desirable
• Ability to take part in Tennis Works Coach Training sessions to learn lesson plans and our ways of working prior to Holiday Sessions commencing
• Responsible, Fun & Clear Communicator

Requirements

• Working With Children Check
• Police Check
• Willingness to register as a Tennis Australia Foundation Coach if successful (please note this incurs no cost to you, but insures you are insured)

Apply

To apply please go to https://www.tennisworks.com.au/coaching-with-tennis-works

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Guy via [email protected]

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Senior Coach

Placed: 25 September 2025

Overview

We are offering a flexible casual or permanent position starting with minimum 20+ hours per week, with scope for more depending on your experience and availability.

PTTA is expanding and always enabling more people of all ages onto the court. We’re looking for someone who can bring fresh energy and ideas to help us take our programs to the next level!

Our coaching programs include:

• Hot Shots (Red, Orange, Green Ball)
• Junior Group Lessons
• Squad Programs
• Private & Adult Lessons
• Holiday Clinics
• Tournaments & Matchplay Opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• A positive and passionate coach who loves helping players of all levels improve
• Great communication skills with kids, teens, and adults
• A reliable and team-focused attitude
• Someone driven, with fresh ideas to contribute to our tennis clubs growth

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly coaching team
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Excellent hourly rates
• A chance to be part of one of Melbourne’s most vibrant and community-focused tennis businesses

If you’re ready to take the next step in your coaching career, we’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions or want to know more about the role please give us a call for a chat!

Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

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Senior Coach

Placed: 12 September 2025

Overview

We are starting many new initiatives trying to get tennis and other racquet sports thriving in Bendigo and surrounds. Lots of ideas are flying around and we need some help!

Our programs include:

• Hot Shots programs (Red, Orange, Green Ball)
• Junior group lessons
• Squad sessions
• Holiday clinics
• Private and adult lessons
• Fortnightly tournaments and matchplay
• Pickleball
• Pop tennis

What We’re Looking For:

• A coach with a positive attitude and passion for coaching
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with players of different ages and abilities
• A reliable team member
• Someone with lots of ideas and the drive to make them happen!

What We Offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Ongoing coaching development and mentoring
• VERY competitive hourly rates based on experience and performance and well above award for the right candidate!

Unsure? Give us a call and have a chat. 🙂

Please be aware that only applications from candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered for this role.

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Tennis World – Tennis Coach

Placed: 20 June 2025

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Assistant Coach

Placed: 17 June 2025

Overview

• Hot Shots
• Junior Lessons
• Squads
• Cardio Tennis
• Private and Semi-Private Lessons
• School Programs
• Holiday Programs

The role & pay can range from 4-30 hours depending on the applicant.

Applicant MUST HAVE:

• Drivers license
• Good level of tennis playing background
• Long-term interest
• WWCC

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Head Coach

Placed: 9 April 2025

Overview

• Little Joey (ages 3-5)
• Hot Shots (ages 5-12)
• Junior Groups (ages 13-18)
• Adult Groups
• Private Lessons
• Cardio Tennis

The coach will also be required to work in additional programs such as holiday programs and UTR Tournament / Match Play.

The successful applicants must have:

• A passion for tennis and for working with children
• The ability to develop and build strong professional relationships with our team, students, parents, club members and the tennis community
• Well organised and love of learning and growing your knowledge
• Show initiative and creativity

We ask that you share our passion for creating a safe and encouraging environment for our students. We coach all ages and all level of play. You can coach 1 day, 2 days, 3 days or 7 days per week. We are looking for long term coaches. As the Head Junior Tennis Coach, you’ll take the reins of our junior program. This includes providing expert guidance and conducting group & private lessons to juniors (ages 5 – 18).

There is additional development to act as an emergency coach for the adult program when needed. Your hands-on approach and ability to understand the basics of tennis is fundamental, along with the responsibility of devising lesson plans for our coaching team. There’s also an optional opportunity to engage in administrative work, and most importantly, this role offers ample space for personal and professional growth, serving as an excellent stepping stone for those eyeing their future tennis club.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and elevate the junior tennis program with your expertise and passion
• Conduct engaging and skill-focused private lessons for various skill levels children & adults
• Act as an emergency coach for the adult program, stepping in when required.
• Design and manage lesson plans for the coaching team
• Optional involvement in administrative tasks, with a chance to grow within the role.

Salary:

Full Time Position – $70,000 per year salary

Part Time Position – Hourly Rate TBA

If you’re an enthusiastic and skilled tennis coach with a vision for nurturing talent and fostering a vibrant tennis community, we invite you to apply. Email your resume with personal details including full name, previous coaching history and qualifications to [email protected]

If you have any further questions about the position please email Gabriel or message via 0418 178 328.

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