Emotional Based School Avoidance & Wellbeing Coach

The Headteacher and Governing Body are wishing to appoint a proactive and compassionate Emotionally Based school Avoidance & Wellbeing Coach to join our dedicated SEN Department. Countesthorpe Academy is a popular and expanding 11-19 school, within the LiFE Multi-Academy Trust, which is increasingly the school of choice for parents in the area. You will have the desire to ensure that our core values of 'being the best you can be' is fulfilled.

We have high expectations of all our staff, which makes our school an exciting and progressive environment in which to work. The SEN Department forward thinking and extremely supportive of each other, working collaboratively to secure high standards. We are passionate in our goal of ensuring that our students get every opportunity to be the best they can possibly be.

The closing date for completed applications is midday, Friday 19th June 2026, with interviews taking place soon after.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.

Job Role

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Emotionally Based School Avoidance & Wellbeing Coach.

Core Purpose

Emotionally Based School Avoidance & Wellbeing Coach (EBSAWC) support is a child-centered intervention process designed to help children and young people who are struggling to access education due to severe anxiety and social, emotional, or mental health (SEMH) needs. Children are encouraged to overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and develop resilience through tailored mentoring, tutoring, and emotional support.

We are looking to appoint a motivated, compassionate, and inspiring member of support staff to plan, organize, and deliver a high-quality, innovative, and child-centered EBSA provision that will provide an "Appropriate Provision" for learners within Countesthorpe Academy, helping them confidently re-engage with education and thrive.

Requirements

To carry out the assigned professional duties in accordance with and subject to the provisions of the Education Acts.

To adhere to any relevant Orders and Regulations including the most recent School Pay Policy.

To adhere to any rules, regulations, policies laid down by the Governing Board.

To carry out any duties required by the Headteacher.

Accountability/Responsible to:

Assistant Headteachers / SENDCO / SLT Link

Key Relationships/Liaison with:

Extended Leadership Team, SENDCO, Pastoral HOY, Learning Support Department, Class Teachers, Support Staff, Parents/Carers, and Representatives of External Agencies (e.g., Educational Psychologists, Health and Social Care Professionals).

Actual salary £22,963 to £24,089

Fixed term contract

Countesthorpe Academy

Emotionally Based school Avoidance & Wellbeing Coach

Required from September 2026 - August 2027 in the first instance.

Grade 7 Pay Point 11-14.

Actual salary £22,963 - £24,089

Fixed Term

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (8am - 4pm Monday to Thursday & 8am - 3.30pm Friday)