Leisure and sport manager Work, Jobs in Oxford, Oxf (with Salaries)

Head Padel Coach
Smash Padel —Oxford
- £36,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- First Aid Certification
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Work from home
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Duty Manager
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Oxford
- £31,410.94 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Supervising experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym membership
Facility Manager
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Oxford
- £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym membership
Head Porter
Brasenose College —Oxford
- £39,594 - £47,949 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Technical and Energy Manager
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Aylesbury
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
Lifeguard
GLL —Abingdon
- £27,351.61 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
Duty Manager (Swimming Pool)
Sibford School —Banbury
- £25,363 - £25,871 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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3d
Duty Manager
GLL —Eynsham
- £29,751.23 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Employee discount
11d
Return to Social Work Programme – Children’s Social Care - Oxfordshire County Council
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL —Oxford
- £34,434 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
General Assistant
GLL —Didcot
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
- Employee discount
Recreation Assistant
GLL —Newbury
- Up to £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
Trainee Swimming Teacher
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Oxford
- £20 - £23 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Trainee Duty Manager
Serco Plc —Oxford
- £15.06 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Part Time Recreation Assistant
GLL —Reading
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
Fitness Class Instructor
GLL —Faringdon
- £26.35 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
Health and Fitness Manager
Serco Leisure Operating Limited —Bisham
- £33,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Annual leave
Lifeguard
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Oxford
- £14.06 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Construction Project Manager
Serco Group —Swindon
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Project management
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Swimming Teacher
Leisure Solutions Community Trust —Oxford
- Up to £22.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
Leisure Attendant
Capita —Moreton-In-Marsh
- £12.33 an hour
- Part-time
- Free parking
- Employee discount

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Head Padel Coach

Smash Padel
Oxford

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£36,000 - £46,000 a year

Benefits

Employee mentoring programme
Annual leave
Company pension
Work from home
Company events
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Safeguarding Certification
Hospitality
Sports coaching
Performance management
First Aid Certification
Mentoring
Organisational skills
Leadership
Communication skills
Teaching

Full job description

About Smash Padel
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.

About the Role
To lead and develop the coaching programme within the centre, ensuring an exceptional experience for players of all ages and abilities whilst driving participation, programme growth and coaching excellence.
The Head Coach is responsible for the overall delivery, quality and development of the coaching programme and coaching team, supporting player development pathways and helping grow participation within the local community.

Job Responsibilities

Coach Leadership

Lead, develop and inspire the coaching team to deliver outstanding coaching experiences.
Create and maintain a coaching culture aligned to the Smash Padel values.
Provide coaching support, mentoring and development opportunities for coaches.
Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management activities for coaching team members.
Conduct performance reviews and regular coaching observations.

Programme Development

Design, implement and continually improve a comprehensive coaching programme.
Ensure programmes cater for players of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Develop coaching pathways from beginner through to advanced players.
Ensure all programmes are delivered to a consistently high standard.
Monitor participation levels and identify opportunities for programme growth.

Player Experience & Community Engagement

Create a welcoming and inclusive coaching environment.
Build strong relationships with players, parents, schools, community groups and local organisations.
Promote participation opportunities across all sections of the community.
Support customer retention through exceptional coaching experiences.
Champion the Smash Padel inclusive approach to participation

Commercial Performance

Support occupancy, participation and revenue targets through coaching programmes.
Develop initiatives that increase programme participation and court utilisation.
Work closely with the General Manager, Centre Manager and Marketing team to promote coaching programmes and events.
Support the creation of content that promotes Smash Padel programmes and coaching services.

Operations & Compliance

Ensure all coaching activities are delivered safely and in accordance with company policies.
Maintain safeguarding, health & safety and welfare standards.
Support operational requirements during events, competitions and centre activities.
Ensure equipment and coaching resources are maintained and used appropriately.

Performance & Reporting

Monitor coaching programme performance and participation trends.
Provide regular updates and reports to the COO.
Analyse programme performance and implement actions to improve outcomes.
Contribute to centre business planning and growth initiatives.

Job Requirements

Essential

Relevant coaching qualification in Padel, Tennis or another participation sport.
Good standard of IT literacy.

Desirable

Sports or Leisure Management qualification.
First Aid qualification.
Safeguarding qualification.

Experience
Essential

Experience coaching and developing players within a sporting environment.
Experience leading, motivating and developing a team.
Experience delivering high-quality customer experiences.
Experience working with participation targets and programme growth.
Experience of performance management and team development.

Desirable

Experience working within padel, racket sports, leisure or hospitality.
Experience managing community programmes and participation initiatives.
Experience delivering coach education and mentoring programmes.

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

Strong leadership and communication skills.
Excellent coaching and player development knowledge.
Ability to motivate, inspire and develop others.
Strong organisational and planning skills.
Commercial awareness and customer focus.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver targets.

Desirable

Knowledge of long-term athlete development principles.
Understanding of participation growth strategies.
Knowledge of digital marketing and customer engagement.
Understanding of safeguarding and welfare best practice.

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)

Family Support

Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Flexible working options
Dependency Leave

Time Off & Flexibility

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

Learning & Development

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

Work Environment & Perks

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)

Team Culture

Off-site conferences twice a year
Monthly social budget (for coffee, cake, pizza, or team catch-ups)
Christmas parties and team celebrations

Pay: £36,000.00-£46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Employee mentoring programme
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
On-site parking
Sick pay

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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leisure and sport manager jobs in oxford, oxf

Head Padel Coach

Duty Manager

Facility Manager

Head Porter

Technical and Energy Manager

Lifeguard

Duty Manager (Swimming Pool)

Duty Manager

Return to Social Work Programme – Children’s Social Care - Oxfordshire County Council

General Assistant

Recreation Assistant

Trainee Swimming Teacher

Trainee Duty Manager

Part Time Recreation Assistant

Fitness Class Instructor

Health and Fitness Manager

Lifeguard

Construction Project Manager

Swimming Teacher

Leisure Attendant

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