Compassionate Schools Coach

Teaching Vacancies; Nuneaton and Bedworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A Special Academy Trust is seeking a Compassionate Schools Coach in Nuneaton. You will support students with emotional self‑regulation strategies, implement individualized plans, and lead reflection sessions. This role requires strong communication and a commitment to safeguarding. Competitive salary, annual leave benefits, and professional development opportunities are available. Join a supportive team in making a positive impact on learners' lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave entitlement

Special School Allowance

Local government pension scheme

Well-being initiatives

Cycle to Work scheme

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with autism or special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of emotional self‑regulation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized emotional regulation plans for learners.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with learners and staff after incidents.
• Collaborate with teachers to incorporate self‑regulation strategies.

Skills

Supporting learners with autism

Emotional self‑regulation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Title

Compassionate Schools Coach

Reference No.

DACSC122025

Salary

£27,228.16 – £30,158.39 FTE* (MAT Pay Scale C‑D, points 24‑28)

Location

Discovery Academy, Nuneaton

Hours of Work

Term Time only, 38 hours per week

Closing Date

15th January 2026

About MacIntyre Academies

MacIntyre Academies is a Special Academy Trust providing state education to children and young people with autism and additional needs. We currently operate four academies across Oxford, Nuneaton, and Henley‑in‑Arden, each dedicated to supporting learners with various special educational needs.

Role Overview

The Compassionate Schools Coach will support learners in developing effective strategies for emotional self‑regulation, enabling them to fully engage in the learning, care, and support available within the school environment. The role also involves leading debriefing sessions with learners and staff following incidents, fostering a reflective and supportive culture. You will receive a comprehensive induction, ongoing training and professional development to help you thrive in this vital role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized emotional regulation plans for learners.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with learners and staff after incidents.
• Provide reflective support and guidance to build a positive school culture.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to incorporate self‑regulation strategies into everyday practice.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
• Encourage physical fitness and promote reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience supporting learners with autism or other special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of emotional self‑regulation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Physically fit to manage challenging behaviours where necessary.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays).
• A loyalty scheme awarding an extra day of annual leave each September for service length over 12 months.
• Discretionary Special School Allowance of £750 per annum (pro rata).
• Excellent local government pension scheme and enhanced DBS certificate (paid).
• Well‑being initiatives, including bereavement and menopause support, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme, annual MAT Life Day, free eye tests, annual flu jab, and various discounts (Tesco, Cineworld, Go Ape, etc.).
• Professional development support, including a dedicated line manager and senior leaders.
• Employee engagement programmes such as ‘You are Awesome’ awards and annual CPD Trust‑wide conference.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff, volunteers and trustees share this commitment. Our recruitment process includes checks in line with Keep Children Safe in Education guidance. Employment may be subject to necessary checks such as DBS, medical, and right‑to‑work certifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MacIntyre Academies is an equal opportunities employer, valuing diverse talent and providing reasonable adjustments to support all employees.