In this deeply meaningful role, you’ll have the chance to empower pupils with SEMH needs—helping them uncover their strengths, rebuild confidence, and imagine a brighter, more hopeful future.

About Us 

Brompton Hall School is based within private grounds in the pretty village of Brompton-by-Sawdon and is a Special Education School for pupils aged between 8 and 16 years, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan.  

Our Multi Academy Trust is a group of inspirational and aspirational mainstream and specialist schools in North Yorkshire, Hull and South Yorkshire whose main objective is to ensure that all pupils make exceptional progress through the development of outstanding staff. 

You can find out about recent activities via our Instagram page. 

Our Pupils

We are a specialist school for pupils aged 8 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. 

Our pupils join us from mainstream schools because they benefit from a setting that can provide additional behavioural support and a more personalised approach to helping them succeed.

We use a therapeutic approach called Thrive to help support children and young people with their emotional and social development.

The Thrive approach offers practical strategies and techniques, built around online assessments that identify children’s emotional development and provides action plans for their individual needs.

Research has shown that how we behave is linked to how we feel, and our emotions are linked to how we learn. By teaching children to recognise and notice these feelings and emotions it can help with their development and learning.

At Brompton Hall, we believe every young person deserves a fresh start, a sense of belonging, and the chance to thrive. We are committed to helping each student rediscover their strengths, rebuild trust, and reimagine their future.

Our Opportunity

Are you a hardworking, creative, and knowledgeable professional with a passion for supporting children with SEMH & SEND needs?

Brompton Hall School is seeking a Life Coach to play a vital role in shaping the personal development and welfare of our pupils. As the life coach, you will ensure high-quality pastoral support for pupils with additional needs, working closely with staff, families, and external agencies. In addition, you will lead personal development across the whole school, driving initiatives that promote well-being, resilience, and positive relationships.

Working within the established pastoral team you will support interventions and pupils personal development for all pupils within the school. 

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people, within a supportive and dynamic school community. If you have the expertise and dedication to champion inclusion and personal growth, we’d love to hear from you!  

Key Duties:

• Promote & safeguard the welfare of all pupils, including Looked After Children.
• Use Specialist skills and training, particularly ELSA to support pupils.
• Arrange & develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements & provide support to disengaged/ vulnerable pupils.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of pupils to determine those in need of particular help.
• Challenge & motivate pupils, promote & reinforce self-esteem.
• Assist in development & implementation of appropriate emotional support strategies.
• Take the lead in implementing & delivering on Mental Health projects for both students & staff.
• Administrative support, updating records, liaise with parents and carers as required.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is ELSA trained.
• Has NVQ level 3 teaching assistant or equivalent.
• Has experience working with children or young people.
• Is patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works well in a team but can also use their initiative.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.

In Return, We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a real impact on students’ lives and learning.
• Access to a Local Government Pension Scheme, EAP, staff well-being support, including flu vaccinations and access to a GP service 24/7 for you and your family.

Queries / School Visits

Informal chats about the role are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a call or visit with the Headteacher / Head of Department, please contact Chloe Bullen at Chloe.Bullen@northyorks.gov.uk or on 01609 536 964 

Application Process

Download the job description

Please apply via MyNewTerm

An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.

We do not accept CV’s

Please contact us if you need to apply in a different format

When applying please take into account the following:

Employment History

In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for. 

Suitable References

When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full.   

Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses.

Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.

Supporting Information

The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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