Trauma & Wellbeing Coach

Axcis Education Recruitment; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent special school in Newton Abbot is seeking a full-time Trauma & Wellbeing Coach. The role involves supporting students and using trauma-informed approaches to promote emotional resilience. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH or ADHD. The position starts in January 2026 and offers a pay range of £95-£110 a day based on experience. Interested applicants can contact the school directly for further information.

Benefits

£50 shopping vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, or other SEND needs.
• Resilient and compassionate individuals preferred.
• A driver with access to a car is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Using trauma-informed approaches to help learners overcome barriers.
• Promoting engagement, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with staff to create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Supporting young people with SEMH

Using trauma-informed approaches

Promoting emotional resilience

Job description

Overview

Axcis Education are working with a fantastic independent special school who are seeking a full-time Trauma & Wellbeing Coach to join their team. This is a full time role, working 8.30‑16.00. Rate of pay varies from £95‑£110 a day, depending on previous experience and qualifications. This is a permanent position starting in January 2026.

The school caters for students aged 8‑16 with SEMH, ADHD and complex needs. With a recent site expansion, the school offers excellent facilities and a nurturing environment where students can thrive. Their curriculum is broad, creative, and designed to ignite passions and build confidence, helping young people prepare for adulthood and future employment.

This is a live position with the school interviewing candidates between 15th‑17th December.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Using trauma‑informed approaches to help learners overcome barriers
• Promoting engagement, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with staff to create a supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, or other SEND needs
• Resilient, compassionate and patient individuals
• A driver with access to a car (ideal but not essential)

Contact Jacob Chisholm: 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6005.

We offer £50 in shopping vouchers for referrals when we place a new hire in this role. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

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Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.