Padel Club Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £35k - £45k plus bonus

Who are we

Social Sports Society is one of the UK’s fastest growing padel operators.

We currently have five vibrant sites across the UK, with an exciting pipeline ready to open in 2025–2026. Our clubs attract thousands of new players every month and deliver a fun, accessible, and welcoming experience for beginners and regular players alike.

Our mission is simple: To grow the sport, build community, and bring more people into padel. This is the right moment to join a high growth, fresh brand, with big ambitions.

The role

The Venue Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the leisure facility, with a particular focus on the development and management of the padel tennis program. This role requires a combination of leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and operational management to ensure the centre provides a high-quality experience for members and visitors.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Padel Tennis Program Development: Design, implement, and promote padel tennis activities, tournaments, and coaching sessions to attract a diverse range of participants.
• Facility Management: Oversee the maintenance and scheduling of padel courts, ensuring they are in optimal condition and available for booking.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with local sports clubs, community groups, sponsors, and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and increase participation.
• Letting Additional Rooms: Manage the rental and scheduling of additional rooms within the centre for various activities, ensuring efficient use of space and maximized revenue.
• Scheduling and Booking: Develop and oversee the booking system for padel courts and additional rooms, ensuring smooth operation and customer satisfaction.
• Staff Management: Recruit, train, and supervise staff including coaches, receptionists, and maintenance personnel to deliver excellent service.
• Marketing and Promotion: Create marketing strategies to promote padel tennis and other leisure activities, increasing visibility and membership.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe environment for all users.

What great looks like

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic Padel centre with a focus on

• Expanding padel tennis activities
• Fostering community engagement
• Optimising facility utilisation for sustainable growth

Who you are

• Proven experience in leisure centre management or sports facility management.
• Strong knowledge of padel tennis and its operational requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in facility letting, scheduling, and revenue management.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to leisure facilities.

Why join us

• A growing business with serious momentum
• Real autonomy to build and shape the brand
• A culture built on energy, inclusivity and progression
• Clear opportunity to grow as we scale across the UK

EDI Statement

We will not discriminate or reject any applicant for roles within our business on the grounds of age, gender, sexuality, class, means, family status, disability, colour, ethnic origin, culture, religion, or belief. We will always appoint the best person for each job and treat all applicants fairly. Registered people, staff or volunteers must be committed to working within a framework of equality of opportunity to meet the social, physical, intellectual, and emotional needs of all in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

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