High Performance Programme Tennis Coach

Sage College – The British School of Jerez is a leading international educational institution in Spain, committed to delivering high-quality British-style education within a supportive, ambitious and inclusive environment. As part of our expanding High Performance Sports Programme (PAR Programme Elite), we are currently seeking an outstanding and experienced High Performance Tennis Coach to join our elite sports department.

Position: High Performance Tennis Coach

Introduction:

As High Performance Tennis Coach, you will lead and develop our elite tennis programme, working with talented student-athletes who combine academic excellence with competitive sporting ambition. You will design and deliver structured high-performance training programmes and guide players competing at regional, national and international levels.

This role requires close collaboration with academic staff, strength & conditioning coaches, physiotherapists, boarding staff, and families to ensure a holistic development pathway aligned with the school’s values and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement structured high-performance tennis training programmes

• Deliver individualised technical, tactical, physical and mental performance coaching

• Monitor player progression using performance data and match analysis

• Prepare athletes for regional, national and international tournaments

• Coordinate competition calendars and travel planning where required

• Collaborate with academic departments to balance sporting and academic commitments

• Support recruitment of talented national and international tennis players

• Uphold safeguarding and welfare standards at all times

• Represent Sage College professionally at competitions and events

Skills and Qualifications:

• Recognised tennis coaching qualification (e.g., ITF, RPT, RFET, LTA or equivalent national federation certification)

• Minimum 5 years’ experience coaching competitive or high-performance players

• Proven experience developing players for regional, national or international competition

• Strong knowledge of modern tennis methodologies, biomechanics, and performance analytics

• Experience working within structured high-performance or academy environments

• Excellent communication skills in English (Spanish is an advantage)

• Ability to mentor student-athletes within an academic setting

• Driving licence preferred

Values and Attitudes:

• Commitment to excellence in both sport and education

• Passion for long-term athlete development

• High standards of professionalism, discipline, and integrity

• Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge young athletes

• Team-oriented mindset within a multicultural international environment

• Dedication to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Sage College offers a unique opportunity to work within an ambitious international school that integrates elite sport and academic excellence through its PAR Programme and Boarding School environment.

If you are passionate about developing high-performance tennis players within a structured international school setting, we encourage you to apply.

Applications should be sent to the School Head,

Mr Alexander Wickham
director@sagecollege.eu