Head Padel Tennis Coach - Bristol

As the Head Padel Tennis Coach, you will be responsible for the growth, development and commercial performance of both Padel Tennis and Pickleball at Mad Swans in the Mendips. As part of this role, you will also lead the coaching programme and the day-to-day site operations for Racquet Sports.

Depending on your current set up and commitments, there is an opportunity for you to continue running your own private coaching sessions alongside your role as Head Padel Tennis Coach here at Mad Swans.

Key Responsibilities

You will play an instrumental role in delivering an outstanding player experience, driving participation and revenue, and building a strong, engaged padel community.

1. Coaching & Player Development

Deliver high-quality individual and group coaching sessions across all levels

Design and implement a structured coaching programme, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced pathways

Develop and grow junior and holiday programmes, including outreach with local schools

Organise and deliver social play sessions and player-led activities

Monitor player progression and ensure appropriate grouping and standardisation

Ensure all coaching sessions are well-attended and operating at optimal capacity

2. Programme & Competition Delivery

Plan and deliver a calendar of social events and activations throughout the year

Organise leagues, tournaments, and inter-club competitions

Create regular playing opportunities to maximise court usage and player engagement

3. Operations

Oversee smooth day-to-day operations

Act as the main point of contact for all padel tennis and pickleball related enquiries and guest issues

Maintain high standards across courts, equipment, and facilities in coordination with operations

Ensure all equipment is maintained, safe, and fully stocked

Deliver an exceptional guest experience, including welcoming and engaging players on-site

4. Communication & Community

Engagement

Manage player communications via WhatsApp and email to drive engagement and participation

Work closely with the Sales & Marketing Team to build and maintain a strong, connected player community through regular marketing communications

Proactively promote sessions, events, and coaching programmes to maximise occupancy and court utilisation

5. Business Development & Growth

Drive player acquisition, retention, and overall programme growth

Identify opportunities to increase revenue through coaching, events, and programmes

Support marketing initiatives, including social media and content creation

Provide regular feedback and insights to inform wider business strategy

6. Team & Coach Development

Ensure LTA coaching accreditation is met and renewed each year

Train and develop other onsite team members

7. Reporting & Accountability

Report regularly on participation, programme performance, and player engagement

Attend team meetings and contribute to operational and strategic discussions

Ensure alignment with overall business objectives and standards

This role could either be full time or part time (minimum of 20 hours a week) and there is also an opportunity for the successful candidate to run their own private coaching sessions.

We are looking for a Head Padel Tennis Coach who is:

Qualified and holds LTA Padel Instructor Certificate (Level 2)

An experienced Padel Tennis Coach who lives and breathes padel tennis and racquet sports

Ideally, also trained to coach and play Pickleball

Able to build and create a new community of players for both Padel Tennis and Pickleball

Excited about growing both Padel Tennis and Pickleball at Mad Swans

Experienced in driving commercial and financial growth

Able to create and deliver a clear strategy in relation to increasing both volume and revenue for both Padel Tennis and Pickleball

Excited and passionate about playing sports

Experienced or has previous experience in customer facing role

Passionate about delivering excellent guest experience

An excellent communicator

Someone who has an eye for detail

Organised and able to multi-task

Confident, outgoing and well-presented

Happy to be hands-on and assist with the day-to-day duties as part of a small team

Self-driven and highly motivated

Happy and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Proactive, positive and resilient by nature

Solutions driven

Comfortable working in a very fast paced environment

Mad Swans is now searching for a Head Padel Tennis Coach to lead the growth and development of both Padel Tennis and Pickleball at Mad Swans in the Mendips.

The successful candidate for this role could be an independent Padel Tennis Coach working as a self-employed contractor, a direct employee or a hybrid type role depending on their current existing commitments and availability to work.

Mad Swans in the Mendips is located in Farrington Gurney near to Bristol & Bath.

Full Address: Marsh Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TS.

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What we do

We are experts in our field, committed to creating boundary-pushing social spaces that spark meaningful connections through play in nature.

Mad Swans is a countryside hangout for mavericks. The unruly. The friendship groups you wish you were in. The families you want to hang out with. For evenings that go on forever. And weekends that become folklore.

Come for a good time. Come for a long time. Come for a breath of fresh air. Whoever you are. Come as you are.

Social play spanning Padel Tennis, Pickleball, Darts, Shuffleboard and Golf gives guests the chance to explore one game or sample them all, across a few hours, a day, or a long weekend. We're all about great food, which is why we've teamed up with experts in their field to create two distinct dining experiences and endless ways to enjoy them. The Potting Shed proudly boasts a menu of refreshing takes on Brasserie classics while, in The Hangout, the focus is on shareable plates with no compromise on flavour. But wherever guests find themselves, from course to court, the meadow to the orchard, they're never far from a plate of something delicious to satisfy any craving. And, for evenings that go on forever, an Eco Cabin for the night is only a starlit walk through the wilderness away.

What we can do for you

We understand that there's more to life than work, which is why our roles are designed to allow exploration, from long-time passions to brand-new intrigues.

We believe that to be interested is to be interesting - that means industry-leading training within and outside of your specified job role. If you have a question, we want to provide you with the tools to answer it. As we make our start in the world, our team need to be able to wear a few different hats, which we treat as an opportunity, allowing you to take considered detours into topics of interest, in the pursuit of a broader, richer perspective.

And out of hours, our guests' playground is yours too. Enjoy the wide variety of green spaces, and the games they host, at an exclusive rate. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in all things Mad Swans, from padel lessons to cocktail workshops, after all, we want you to be as excited by our product as we are.

The total expected earnings for this role is 40,000- 50,000/annum, depending on the terms of engagement and the number of coaching hours. Please note, the level of earnings could be higher and is not capped, depending on the level and volume of coaching.

Location - this is an onsite role and will be located at Mad Swans in the Mendips, Marsh Lane, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6TS.

Working Hours - shift times and working hours will vary throughout the week; however, the operational times will be from 8.00 am to 9.00 pm.

Working Days - your working days will depend on if you work full-time or part-time, however, weekend working will be required.

Full-time members of the team will be required to work any five days out of seven and will involve working on weekends on a regular basis. Working hours will vary in line with the operating calendar and needs of the business., Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor any work permits or visas.

What is in it for you

Free Parking

Free Employee Meal whilst on shift

Wage Stream - access your pay for hours worked before pay day

Employee Discounts on Food, Sports, Activities, Cabins and in the Retail Shop

Reward & Recognition Initiatives

Team Social & Well-being Activities & Events

Employee Referral Scheme Bonus

Mad Swans Water Bottle

Mad Swans Hoodie

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