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Head Professional Vacancy Leamington

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Leamington Tennis Court Club, Warwickshire, CV32 5DT

Closing Date: Friday 20^th February 2026

Start Date: Spring 2026 (Exact date TBD)

Please email your curriculum vitae and an introductory paragraph or so about yourself to all three email addresses below:

– Club Chairman – Andy Dixon

– Club Vice-Chairman – Chris French

About the Club

Leamington Tennis Court Club (LTCC) is one of the world’s oldest Real Tennis clubs, with a proud history, a thriving and friendly membership, and a reputation for exceptional hospitality and high-quality member and visitor experience.

Located in the heart of Royal Leamington Spa, the club offers outstanding facilities, a busy calendar of tournaments and social events, and a strong commitment to developing both membership and court utilisation.

About the Role

LTCC is seeking a highly motivated Head Professional to lead the tennis programme including coaching, marking, administration, events, communications and member experience.

This role is ideal for an ambitious professional looking to contribute to a historic and thriving Real Tennis club while advancing their own skills and career.

Key Responsibilities

• Court management and daily operational support
• Individual and group coaching
• Marking matches and managing fixtures
• Organising tournaments and social events
• Ball making, tying and sewing (paid extra)
• Enhancing member and visitor experience
• Supporting membership and utilisation initiatives
• Producing weekly newsletters and communications
• Bookings, results and administrative support

Qualifications & Skills (Essential)

• Experience as a Real Tennis professional
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, website management and use of social media on behalf of the Club
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Up to date DBS Certificate

Qualifications & Skills (Desirable)

• First Aid qualification
• Safeguarding certificate
• Level 1 or ideally Level 2 IiP (Investing in Professionals) qualification
• Strong coaching and playing ability
• Business or organisational experience

Benefits

• Competitive earning potential (Court revenue %, club shop sales, coaching, marking, re-strings, ball making)
• Flexible working hours/days
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Agreed time for tournament preparation and participation

Leamington Tennis Court Club is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, inclusion and the continued development of our staff and community.