Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.  

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl. 

The role

In keeping with Pymble Sport’s mission to be a world leader in sport, the Pymble Tennis Academy provides a structured and inclusive K-12 pathway that supports students across participation, development and performance tennis. We are seeking an experienced and passionate coach to join the Academy as Lead Coach, Player Development & Performance. This is a permanent position.

Reporting directly to the Pymble Tennis Academy Head Coach, you will lead the junior talent development pathway and deliver high-quality, individualised coaching for competitive and tournament-level players across K-12, with a particular focus on the junior talent pathway and the National Talent Hub. You will work collaboratively with the Head Coach, the existing Lead Coach, Performance and the Tennis Coordinator. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the junior talent identification and development pathway, including National Talent Hub activities, under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Designing and delivering individualised training programs for competitive and tournament-level players, in collaboration with the Head Coach.
• Coaching performance squads and delivering technical, tactical and age-appropriate training through squads, individual and small-group coaching, and camps.
• Developing individual player goals and weekly training plans that consider coaching load, school commitments, competition and long-term progression.
• Supporting tournament planning and scheduling, in consultation with the Head Coach and Tennis Coordinator.
• Monitoring player progress, maintaining coaching records, and providing structured feedback through approved school processes.
• Mentoring staff involved in the program, and supporting performance benchmarks and progression criteria across the junior and secondary pathways.
• Fostering a safe, supportive environment for student-athletes, and working within the College’s child protection, safeguarding, WHS and risk management frameworks.

Our kind of Coach

You will display the following skills and attributes:

• A commitment to the ethos, values and safeguarding standards of Pymble Ladies’ College.
• A minimum of five years’ relevant tennis coaching experience, including competitive junior and/or performance-level players.
• A relevant Tennis Australia coaching qualification, with a Club Professional qualification or equivalent performance coaching experience desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver individualised player development and tournament preparation programs.
• The ability to work collaboratively within an established school coaching structure and follow school communication and safeguarding protocols.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Appropriate current licences and checks required by the College for the duties performed.

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The salary for this role is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

• Training and professional development support
• Financial support towards additional studies, relevant courses, certifications, or tertiary study (subject to approval)
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted school fees (where applicable)
• Use of our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with access to the Independent Schools Fitness Passport Program
• Annual preventative health checks
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• Close to public transport and nearby (street) parking
• Access to "Pymble Discounts", which is a retail platform offering employees discounts at over 700 retailers

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, career progression, access to the latest technology and best in class resources.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Wednesday 25th November 2026.

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please apply here: https://pymblelc.elmotalent.com.au/careers/default/job/view/294