Y Whittlesea is on the lookout for tennis coaches to provide amazing coaching experiences for people of all ages at the Y Leisure City in Epping. Enjoy a fun, dynamic and supportive team environment. This is a casual opportunity supporting our tennis programs which run throughout the week. You may be required to work additional hours between Monday through to Saturday.

Some of the key duties of this position include:

• Providing on court coaching according to the programs developed by the Head Coach - Tennis.
• Assisting the Head Coach to implement innovative coaching programs focusing on participation within the community at all levels.
• Displaying enthusiasm, patience, respect and innovation to students and the team.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and quality programs are always maintained.
• Being friendly, approachable and helpful to all students and their parents/guardians where applicable.

A positive attitude and collaborative approach will help you succeed in this role.

For more information, check out the position description here.

Who on earth are we?

The Y Leisure City Epping is part of Y Whittlesea, a not-for-profit that happens to be the oldest youth organisation in the world and oldest social enterprise where all profits go back into our communities. Situated in the heart of Epping, The Y Leisure City is an awesome recreational facility delivering programs and services in areas such as Aquatics, Health & Fitness and Sports & Recreation for all ages. We believe being fit and healthy should be fun, easy and accessible to all.

Why Join Us?

• Free on-site gym membership.
• Join a team that is supportive and committed to your personal development.
• Not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus.
• Potential to work across other departments within leisure city if desired, e.g. party host, customer service, sports, and more.

What do we hope you'll bring?

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and National Police Check dated in the last 6 months (or willing to obtain).
• International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years.
• A passion for tennis and demonstrated tennis experience (playing/competing).
• A fun, positive and supportive demeanour.
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to engage with patrons of all ages, cultures and abilities.
• Flexible availability to work, including nights and weekends.
• A tennis coaching qualification is not necessary but would be highly regarded.

Safeguarding at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.