Tennis Coach (Non-Residential Fixed Term Summer Contract) 2026

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Alpadia is hiring a Tennis Coach for a non-residential fixed term summer contract in 2026 at Woldingham to lead afternoon Premium tennis sessions and safeguard a diverse group of teenage international students, delivering high quality coaching in a supportive learning environment. Essential attributes include the ability to lead large groups, excellent communication, resilience under pressure, strong organizational and customer service skills, flexibility and a positive can-do attitude. Desirable items include holiday camp experience, a tennis qualification, First Aid, experience with international students and safeguarding awareness. Benefits include a competitive salary, small class sizes, on-site accommodation and potential progression. Apply via SmartRecruiters with CV and cover letter; early application is advised; tailor your CV to show leadership and safeguarding readiness and have DBS checks and references ready; open until filled.

Company Description

Alpadia’s mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students and staff. 

Our vision for your employment is an exciting opportunity to grow your professional and personal skills as an educator and youth practitioner. 

Deepen your understanding of child development by applying solution-focused Positive Behaviour Support strategies and conflict resolution techniques to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment. 

Stay ahead in the field of education and youth practice with our professional development programme designed to advance your career. 

You will get the opportunity to work in an international team of like-minded, positive people who are dedicated to making a difference through their work. 

Alpadia employment reflects our values of integrity, support, diversity, knowledge growth, and opportunity. 

In 2025 we welcomed 64 different students nationalities to the UK and we are proud of creating this uniquely diverse working environment for our staff members.

Job Description

Join ALPADIA’s team to make summer 2026 an unbelievable experience! We are looking for highly motivated people, who have the ability to engage and inspire young students, and who are looking for an enriching and educational experience themselves. 

We are currently recruiting Tennis Coach on a fixed term summer contract. 

Your role:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students in our care
• Prepare and lead afternoon Premium tennis activity, giving thought to staging to ensure all students enjoy the Tennis class
• Deliver the standard of quality that our students and stakeholders expect of Alpadia
• Be friendly and approachable to develop positive relationships with students that help to enhance their overall experience
• Manage students’ behaviour, with a judicious awareness of the need to sanction or encourage as appropriate
• Prioritize the safety of students more than anything else, following our Safeguarding and Health and Safety procedures

Qualifications

Your profile:

Essential:

• Able to lead, motivate and encourage large groups of teenagers 
• Excellent communicator 
• Ability to work under pressure 
• Excellent organisational and effective communication skills
• A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• Being flexible and adaptable to change 
• Display a positive, can do attitude
• Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to its success

Desirable:

• Experience working in holiday camps or similar organisations 
• Relevant Tennis Coach qualification.
• Keen interest in culture and sport 
• First Aid qualification
• Experience of working with international students 
• Previous experience of running an activity/leisure programme
• Experience of working with junior students in education or care settings
• Basic safeguarding/ child protection awareness. 

Additional Information

We offer you:

• A competitive salary. 
• Small manageable class sizes with a fantastic nationality mix 
• Attractive bonus options for returners 
• The possibility of career progression within Alpadia.
• An inclusive organisation with positive student and staff feedback 

Location of our course centre and dates of commitment: 

• Tuesday-Thursday-Friday
• From 14:00 to 16:30
• Woldingham 07.07.26 -07.08.26

Miscellaneous: 

• Residential or Non- Residential position with accommodation provided on site
• We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students therefore all staff employed will be required to provide / undergo an Enhanced DBS check, 3x referee details and overseas conduct certificates where applicable.
• Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.

How to Apply

Please apply via SmartRecruiters with your application, CV and cover letter. Please note, we have multiple roles available, and this vacancy will remain open until all positions are filled. We recommend that you apply at your earliest convenience. Only applicants invited to an interview will receive a reply.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Alpadia Language Schools, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If as a disabled applicant (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) you would like to request that your application is considered under Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) please let us know using this form.