Head Coach Padel Quarter Ltd | Portsmouth | Full-time, permanent
Lead the coaching at Portsmouth's newest padel club.
Padel Quarter is a brand-new padel club opening in Portsmouth in summer 2026. We're building something special from the ground up — premium courts, a welcoming community, and a coaching programme that takes players from their very first session through to competitive level.
We're looking for an experienced, energetic Head Coach to lead it. This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to shape the coaching offer at a new club, build your own programme, and lead a growing team of coaches.
At a glance
- Location: Padel Quarter, Portsmouth (near Hilsea station)
- Hours: Full-time — flexible, including evenings and weekends
- Reports to: Club Manager
- Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications
- Start date: Summer 2026 — to confirm
The role As Head Coach, you'll deliver coaching across every level, set the standard for every coach on court, and play a central part in growing our membership and reputation. A real all-rounder — on the court, leading the team, and out in the community.
- Coach players of all abilities, from first-timers to competitive players, through group sessions and one-to-ones
- Design and run structured coaching programmes for juniors and adults
- Manage and support the wider coaching team (full-time, zero-hours and freelance), maintaining a consistently high standard across the board
- Help players with technique, rules, and equipment selection
- Lead social events, competitions, and corporate sessions — and take part in exhibition and demonstration matches
- Keep courts and equipment in top condition, and promote the club across the local community
What we're looking for
- LTA Level 2 Padel Coach qualification (or equivalent recognised award)
- Proven coaching experience at a professional or semi-professional level
- The ability to coach all abilities, juniors and adults alike
- A natural motivator with excellent people and communication skills
- Organised, self-motivated, and happy to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
- Current DBS and First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain both)
A bonus if you also have:
- Experience leading or mentoring other coaches
- Experience delivering tournaments, competitions, or events
What's on offer
- £28,000–£32,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications
- The chance to build and lead the coaching offer at a brand-new club from day one
- A genuine say in how the club and its coaching programme develop
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
