Student Tennis Co-ordinator - Manchester Metropolitan University

STUDENT TENNIS COORDINATOR

Brief Job Description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking to recruit a part-time postgraduate on a two-year course with a strong interest in tennis development to work and study at Manchester Metropolitan University.

This is a unique opportunity to combine postgraduate study, tennis development and tennis coaching during their two years at MMU.

Job Specification

All candidates must either have a confirmed place or an intention to apply for a part time postgraduate course delivered by Manchester Metropolitan University and have or be willing to obtain a Level 2 Tennis qualification, supported by some previous coaching experience.

The appointed Student Tennis Co-ordinator will be expected to work 9 hours per week on a part time basis during the year, joining a developing and ambitious Sport Services team, starting Autumn 2013. 

The Student Tennis Co-ordinator role will include:

• Increasing participation levels of students at Manchester Metropolitan University through setting up and implementing student sessions
• Support the development of the MMU Tennis Club
• Developing competitive opportunities for all levels of player
• Developing a Coach Education and Training programme for students
• Establish a tennis volunteering programme
• Establish events that would include other Universities
• To develop and implement a system to monitor number for participation, competition and retention
• To assist in the publicity of the Campus Sport programme internally and externally and the recruitment of students to the tennis club.

The contract is worth £10,000 per annum to the University Tennis Co-ordinator, which will be generated through coaching fees for various user groups.

To Apply – email a cover letter and CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role to the University Sports Development Officer: J.Fletcher@mmu.ac.uk .

Closing Date: June 21^st 2013.  For further information, contact: Jonathan Fletcher J.Fletcher@mmu.ac.uk/ 07964111694