Mike Leaman
Founder and Lead Coach @Classroom Exit Coach
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WORK HISTORY
Founder and Lead Coach @Classroom Exit Coach
City Of Bristol, GB
Classroom Exit Coach helps teachers transition out of the profession by providing guidance, support, and practical strategies. Through webinars, workshops, and 1 to 1 coaching, it addresses the emotional and practical challenges of leaving teaching, such as burnout, lack of confidence, and career uncertainty. Led by someone who has made the transition themselves, it offers relatable advice, helping educators identify transferable skills, craft strong CVs, develop their own businesses and explore new career opportunities.
EDUCATION
University of the West of England
PGDiP Educational Research , Education
University of the West of England
MA Education (With Merit)
University of the West of England
BA (Hons) History
University of the West of England
Post Graduate Certificate in Education
EduCoach
ILM Level 7 Diploma for Executive Coaching and Mentoring
ABOUT MIKE LEAMAN
Changing career as an educator is hard. Not because you’re not capable, but because the system keeps you trapped. I get it. I lived it. 11 years in the classroom and senior leadership taught me just how all-consuming education can be. Workload, pressure, identity, pension, guilt, sunk cost… it all keeps you stuck, even when you’re burnt out and ready for change.Today, I run Classroom Exit Coach®, supporting hundreds of educators, leaders and school professionals to transition confidently into new roles, industries, income streams, and identities.Our work supports educators at different stages of transition:“I’m thinking about leaving but don’t know what else I could do”“I know I want out, but I don’t have a plan”“I don’t know what jobs to aim for”“I need help rewriting my CV and LinkedIn for other sectors”\"I don\'t know where to look for new roles\"“I’ve lost confidence”“I’m drowning in applications and hearing nothing back”“I’m interested in consulting, freelancing or starting a business”\"I have no idea how to use LinkedIn to find and create opportunities\"“I need someone who understands education and can translate my skills”\"I\'ve got an interview but feel completely unprepared\" Our support is built around clarity, confidence, and strategic action.1. Full Career Transition Programme.A structured, step-by-step process from uncertainty → clarity → strategy → results.Includes- 1-to-1 coaching (6 sessions)- CV, LinkedIn and interview support- Career pathways and confidence building- Personalised action plans and accountability- Unlimited support between sessions- Business / consultancy support if relevantBest for: Educators who want comprehensive support and faster progress.2. Online Course – Your Exit StrategyA self-paced, 26-module programme covering- Clarity and direction- Job search strategy- CV, LinkedIn and interview skills- Networking, confidence, mindset- Includes templates, resources, tools and guidance.Best for: Independent learners who prefer structure without coaching.3. Bespoke Sessions (One-Off or Multi-Session)Highly targeted support on specific goals, including- CV and LinkedIn overhaul- Interview coaching- Job search strategy- Career clarity and direction- Business or consultancy planning- Flexible, pay-as-you-go support to meet you where you are.Best for: Educators who know what they want support with and want tactical help.You don’t have to stay stuck. Your skills are valuable, and there is life beyond education.Check out our website and recommendations below.
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