PGA Trainee Golf Professional

Overview

Job details:
Posted 30 January 2026 | Salary £19,883 | Location Dartford | Job type Permanent - Part Time | Discipline Golf | Reference 003886 | Contact Email

Job Title:

PGA Trainee Professional

Location:

Birchwood Park Golf & Country Club

Reports to:

Head PGA Professional

Job Purpose:

To develop as a PGA Professional while supporting the day-to-day golf operations of the club. The role combines coaching, customer service, retail, and practical experience aligned with the PGA of GB&I Training Programme.

Coaching & Player Development

• Assist with individual and group coaching sessions under supervision
• Support junior, beginner, and academy programmes
• Promote coaching services and help grow participation
• Maintain safe and professional practice environments

Golf Operations

• Assist with daily running of the pro shop and golf operations
• Manage tee sheets, bookings, and customer enquiries
• Support competitions, opens, and club events

Retail & Customer Service

• Deliver excellent customer service to members and visitors
• Assist with retail sales, merchandising, stock control, and POS systems
• Promote custom fitting, lessons, and club services
• Handle all payment transactions accurately

PGA Training & Personal Development

• Actively participate in the PGA of GB&I Training Programme
• Complete required coursework, assignments, and assessments
• Demonstrate continuous improvement in playing, coaching, and business skills
• Represent the club and PGA professionally at all times

General Duties

• Maintain a clean, organised pro shop and practice areas
• Assist with club promotions, open days, and social media where required
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management

Essential

• Registered (or eligible to register) with the PGA of Great Britain & Ireland
• Passion for golf and developing as a golf professional
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused attitude
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Good standard of playing ability

Desirable

• Previous experience in a golf club or retail environment
• Coaching or assistant coaching experience
• Knowledge of WHS and golf administration systems
• Basic IT and POS system experience

• PGA training support and on-the-job mentoring
• Competitive trainee salary / coaching and lesson income opportunities
• Access to practice facilities and playing privileges
• Opportunity to progress within the club or wider golf industry
• Complimentary use of our Health, Fitness and Spa facilities