Organisation Lawn Tennis Association Salary £20,165.60 per annum (London Living Wage) plus a daily allowance for food and/or commuting Location National Tennis Centre, 100 Priory Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5JQ Contract type Fixed Term (Part time) Closing date 4 January 2026 Interview date 20 January 2026 Job Description About The Role:
The LTA, in partnership with the Mayor of London’s Sport Team and London’s Violence Reduction Unit, are creating two exciting opportunities for young Londoners to gain valuable career experience within our sporting organisation.
Our vision is ‘Tennis Opened Up’, and our mission is to transform communities through tennis, focusing on three areas – making tennis welcoming, enjoyable and inspiring to everyone.
This is a year-long internship focused on identifying and pursuing opportunities to expand tennis and padel within the London community. The role is designed to contribute to the growth and relevance of the sports in our capital city.
We are seeking two dynamic individuals, aged 18-24, with the passion and eagerness to contribute to our vision of Tennis Opened Up. Prior experience is not necessary, and familiarity with tennis or padel is not a requirement. If you appreciate the value of sports and aspire to build a career in the sports industry, this role is well-suited for you. If successful, you will have a dedicated mentor, regular training through the Skills Builder framework, and a custom work plan designed just for you.
As an LTA Tennis Development Officer, you will become part of a dedicated team committed to achieving excellence in all aspects of their work. Based within the London & South East Regional Team (L&SE), you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with various departments, including aiding grassroots development in clubs, counties, and volunteer networks, as well as community and education venues through the implementation and delivery of strategic plans. This will not only enhance your skill set for your career but also ensure a rewarding experience.
Key Accountabilities:
The job description detailed below may be subject to review from time to time in consultation with the post-holder. Please be aware that the key accountabilities outlined are not delivered consistently all year round, and variations may occur based on the nature of the responsibilities.
• As part of the London & South East team, you will help create and implement plans for tennis and padel growth across London, involving clubs, community tennis, and educational places. Focus on increasing participation and fostering collaboration among venues and partners.
• Collaborate with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion specialists to implement plans for creating sustainable tennis opportunities in communities that are harder to reach.
• Assist the Event Planning & Delivery team with the full event lifecycle of competition and event operations.
• Support the development of Padel initiatives, venue engagement and participation growth.
• Aid the Customer Support Team in providing high-quality, customer-centric assistance to a diverse range of tennis customers and colleagues.
• Work with the Safeguarding Team to ensure that safeguarding and welfare is promoted and embedded within tennis and padel to make the sports safer for children and adults at risk.