George Heriot's School - Tennis Coach ( Term 3 April - June 2026)

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Tennis Coach ( Term 3 April - June 2026) .

Detail

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued.  The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people.  This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for Support Staff, in addition to basic salary, includes:

• Enhanced holiday allowance (38 days minimum)
• Generous pension scheme (up to 11% employer contribution with 5% employee contribution)
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Tennis coach to provide coaching for pupils from April 2026. Preferably level 2 or 3 qualified. 

The position is for weekday afternoons during Term Time. 

2 x weekday afternoons only.  

Times to be confirmed upon team allocation, but are approximately: 

• Monday 2pm –5pm and Wednesday 2pm –5pm

Please see attached job description for full details. 

• A formal tennis coaching qualification is advantageous but is not essential
• A valid First Aid certificate is also preferred but not essential
• Excellent knowledge of tennis gained via previous experience of playing and /or coaching tennis to pupils up to Age 17 is required
• Enthusiastic and inclusive approach to coaching tennis with the ability to cater to pupils of various levels and abilities and motivating them to take part.
• Reliable and punctual at all times
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence and ability to give clear instructions.

Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463

Documents

• Tennis Coach Fixed Term JD DOCX Document