Lotus Way International School, located in Ibex Meanwood, Lusaka, Zambia, is currently recruiting a Head Tennis Coach to oversee its school Tennis Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering structured coaching sessions to teenage students. The school boasts an existing tennis court, providing an ideal setting for the coaching programme. This is a part-time position, with an initial commitment of one two-hour after-school session per week.
The primary responsibilities of the Head Tennis Coach will include leading the club's coaching programme, planning sessions, and developing students' tennis skills, fitness, confidence, and sportsmanship. The coach will need to support beginners, adapt coaching to different ability levels, monitor progress, and coordinate with the school on club activities. Maintaining safe, well-organised sessions and ensuring appropriate student supervision are also crucial aspects of the role.
To be considered for the position, applicants must demonstrate experience coaching tennis to children or teenagers. The ability to plan a progressive coaching programme, manage a group, and possess strong communication skills are essential. Reliability and a commitment to safeguarding students are also vital. A recognised tennis coaching qualification is an advantage, although not mandatory. Applicants must reside close to Ibex Meanwood or within easy commuting distance of the school.
The terms of the appointment include one two-hour session per week, with the day and time to be agreed upon. The payment structure is K1,000 per completed two-hour session, equivalent to K500 per hour, on a per-session basis. Interested candidates are required to apply with their CV or coaching profile, stating their residential area, youth coaching experience, qualifications, and weekly availability. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to deliver a trial session.
Lotus Way International School is also currently recruiting for other positions, including a Teaching & Learning Lead (Cambridge Curriculum) and a Marketing and Admissions Executive. The Teaching & Learning Lead position offers a salary range of ZMW 15,000 - ZMW 25,000 per month, while the Marketing and Admissions Executive position offers a salary range of ZMW 7,000 - ZMW 20,000 per month.
The successful candidate for the Head Tennis Coach position will play a pivotal role in promoting tennis and developing the skills of students at Lotus Way International School. The school's commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for students is reflected in its emphasis on safeguarding and student supervision.
Further information about the position and application procedures can be obtained from Go Zambia Jobs, the source of the job listing. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the job description and apply with their relevant experience and qualifications.
Key points
- The position offers a competitive hourly rate of ZMW 500 and involves one two-hour session per week.
- Applicants must have experience coaching tennis to children or teenagers and a recognised tennis coaching qualification is an advantage.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering structured coaching sessions to teenage students at Lotus Way International School.
