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Wesport are looking for an individual to run social tennis activities across the tennis courts that we manage in parks across Bristol (Eastville, Canford, Redcatch and St George).

We have run a variety of activities and events at different sites that have engaged the parks tennis court users and provided an opportunity for individuals to meet other players. Activities have included Meet and Greets, American Doubles and Big Tennis Weekends.

We would like to build on the success and expand this offer, making the opportunities a more regular occurrence.

In addition to these sessions, the individual will also support the successful delivery of our community tennis sessions such as Tennis & Talk Mental Wellbeing and our disability inclusive sessions.

The successful individual would be great at making people feel welcome and comfortable. Can think on their feet and ensure activities are tailored to meet the needs of all attending. Is self-motivated and can drive their own programme of activities.

A minimum of a Level 1 coaching qualification is desirable but not essential as this is not a coaching role. Full financial support will be provided to gain an LTA Level 1 coaching qualification if desired.

The number of hours will vary depending on the programme and the time of year. Depending on the availability and flexibility of the individuals applying, it may be offered to more than one person.

The suitable candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check prior to commencing the role. This role is self-employed and payment will be made via invoice to Wesport. The individual will set a programme of activities and sessions that meet the needs of the parks tennis players and the local community in conjunction with Wesport.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Richard Colman – 07824 417852

To register your interest in taking on the role please either send an email or a short video outlining your experience and suitability for the role to Richard Colman – Richard.colman@wesport.org.uk

This is an executive leadership role within the organisation which sits directly below the CEO. This role is responsible for leading the strategic approach by Wesport across the health systems spanning the West of England. This is a pivotal role to the work of Wesport, demonstrating the value of physical activity, sport and moving more to improve health outcomes. This role is also tasked with supporting the development and implementation of Wesport’s organisational strategy, providing leadership and direction to staff, and managing resources to achieve our overall vision and mission.

To meet this challenge, you will be a proven strategic leader with the ability to apply whole system thinking as well as build & maintain cross-sector partnerships. This includes connecting & sharing Wesport’s work with our varied stakeholders and partners across the West of England, regionally and nationally. You will need to advocate for Wesport and the role that it can play in the sport & physical activity, VCSE, and health system. The West of England is a very complex area to work in and through,and the systems within it are also an intricate network. You will also have experience in leading beyond authority, setting strategy, managing projects and budgets, evaluating this type of work, and working collaboratively to develop and deliver a shared purpose. An ability to build trusted relationships across multiple sectors is crucial to the success of this role, as well as the ability to lead & manage a mix of existing and new staff.

Find out more about this role and the work Wesport does here!