Jonathan Brown

About the Candidate

Jonathan Paul Brown
📧 jbgolfperformance@gmail.com
📞 07769 657100 | 01449 720797

Professional Objective

Motivated and committed PGA Assistant Professional / Range Assistant seeking a role in a progressive golf facility where I can leverage my coaching experience, retail knowledge, and passion for golf to deliver exceptional service and grow as a qualified PGA professional.

Professional Summary

With a lifelong passion for golf and over a decade of combined experience in coaching, retail operations, and golf facility support, I bring strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a deep understanding of the sport. Currently completing the final year of the PGA training programme with Birmingham University, I am ready to transition into a fully qualified role and make a positive contribution to a professional golf team.

Professional Experience

Assistant Golf Professional
Bury St. Edmunds Golf Club, Suffolk
August 2022 – September 2023

Managed day-to-day operations in a high-volume retail golf shop.
Delivered junior and adult one-to-one coaching sessions.
Utilised BRS, IG, and V1 systems for bookings and customer engagement.
Assisted in swing studio setup and training using GC Quad technology.
Conducted club repairs, bookings, and weekend operations support.
Fostered strong rapport with club members and enhanced customer experience.
Assistant Golf Professional
Nazeing Golf Club, Essex
September 2021 – July 2022

·        Supported head professional in retail and coaching duties.

·        Led junior coaching sessions (individual and group).

·        Managed tee-time bookings via BRS Golf system.

·        Supported clubhouse operations and driving range maintenance.

Greenkeeping Roles

·        Stowmarket Golf Club – Green Keeper (2006)

·        Fynn Valley Golf Club – Trainee Green Keeper (2005)
Performed course maintenance, machinery prep, and general upkeep, ensuring high presentation standards.

Additional Coaching Experience

Volunteer Coaching Assistant – Fynn Valley Golf Club (2013)
Tri-Golf Coach – Dunholme St Chad’s Primary School (2010)
Special Needs Activity Assistant – St Francis Special School (2010)
Group Coaching Assistant – Our Lady of Lincoln Primary School (2010)
Each role enhanced my ability to adapt coaching styles to various needs and age groups, with an emphasis on inclusion, patience, and positive reinforcement.

University of Lincoln
BSc (Hons) Golf Science and Development | 2006 – 2010

·        Focus: Golf performance, sport science support, coaching practice.

·        Practical application with advanced technology: launch monitors, putt labs, force plates.

West Suffolk College
BTEC National Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science | 2003 – 2005

St Joseph’s College, Ipswich
8 GCSEs including English, Maths, Science, Art

Certifications & Skills

Level 1 & 2 PGA Coaching Certificates (logbook in progress)
Safeguarding & Protecting Children Certificate
First Aid Certification
NVQ Level 2 in Instructing Exercise & Fitness
FA Level 1 Certificate in Football Coaching
Community Sports Leadership Award (Level 1)
RLSS Lifeguard Qualification (First Aid included)
Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Internet Research
Full UK Driving Licence
References

Available upon request.