Smash Padel is one of the UK's fastest-growing padel operators, with ambitious plans to expand our network of centres and bring padel to more communities across the country. With multiple thriving venues and exciting growth ahead, we're looking for passionate leaders who can create outstanding experiences for our customers, develop high-performing teams and help grow participation in one of the world's fastest-growing sports.
At Smash Padel, our centres are more than just places to play. They are welcoming community hubs where people of all ages and abilities can learn, compete, socialise and enjoy the game. Guided by our values of Love the Journey, Progress over Perfection, Own It and People First, we're committed to creating inclusive environments where both our customers and colleagues can thrive.
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At Smash Padel, our centres are more than just places to play. They are welcoming community hubs where people of all ages and abilities can learn, compete, socialise and enjoy the game. Guided by our values of Love the Journey, Progress over Perfection, Own It and People First, we're committed to creating inclusive environments where both our customers and colleagues can thrive.
Requirements
QualificationsEssential
- Relevant coaching qualification in Padel, Tennis or another participation sport.
- Good standard of IT literacy.
- First Aid qualification.
- Safeguarding qualification.
Essential
- Experience coaching individuals and groups.
- Experience delivering excellent customer service.
- Experience working within a team environment.
- Experience within padel, racket sport, leisure or hospitality.
- Experience coaching individuals or teams including Children.
- Experience supporting participating programmes and events
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Passion for coaching and player development
- Ability to build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of long-term athlete development principles.
- Understanding of participant growth and customer retention.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare best practice.
Responsibilities
Coach Delivery- Deliver coaching sessions in line with Smash Padel programme standards.
- Create engaging, safe and enjoyable coaching environments.
- Adapt coaching delivery to suit different ages, abilities and learning styles.
- Support player development and progression through the coaching pathway.
- Deliver individual and group coaching sessions as required
- Build positive relationships with players and customers.
- Create welcoming and inclusive coaching environments.
- Encourage player retention through excellent coaching experiences.
- Promote participation opportunities across Smash Padel programmes.
- Act as an ambassador for the Smash Padel brand.
- Support the delivery of coaching programmes, camps, events and competitions.
- Assist the Head Coach with programme development and delivery.
- Contribute ideas that improve participation and player engagement.
- Support venue activities and community initiatives where require
- Ensure all coaching sessions are delivered safely.
- Adhere to safeguarding, health & safety and company policies.
- Maintain coaching equipment and resources.
- Complete required administration accurately and on time.
- Maintain coaching qualifications and CPD requirements.
- Participate in coaching observations, reviews and development activities.
- Seek opportunities to improve coaching knowledge and skills.
- Support a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Benefits
Financial & Security- Workplace pension via NEST
- You contribute 5%, and Smash Padel contributes 4% on your behalf
- Generous quarterly bonus scheme (role-dependent, subject to qualification)
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Flexible working options
- Dependency Leave
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off
- Option to carry over up to 5 days of unused annual leave into the following year
- Personalised on-site professional training and development
- CPD delivered by our Coach and Education Manager
- Investment in your coaching qualification
- We cover the cost of LTA Level 1, 2, and (coming soon) Level 3
- Full range of Adidas-branded uniforms provided
- Opportunity to develop your padel skills alongside top coaches
- Chance to lead and deliver accessible padel sessions in the local community
- Work from Home Budget (role-dependent, subject to qualification)
- Off-site conferences twice a year
- Monthly social budget (for coffee, cake, pizza, or team catch-ups)
- Christmas parties and team celebrations