Hey, I'm Claire Rushton-Plant
I’m a mum of three, former high-school English teacher, middle- and senior-leader, and now a career coach with a passion for helping people in transition.
I spent over twenty years in education, pouring myself into lessons, leadership, and supporting young people — while trying to balance family life and my own sense of self. But eventually, the long hours, constant pressure and emotional load started to wear me down.
I came home exhausted, worried, and realising I was showing up for my children in a way I didn’t want: stressed, distracted, burnt out.
One day, I realised — I wanted more than just survival. I wanted purpose, balance, and a future that felt aligned for me, not just the roles I was playing.
How My Own Journey Changed Everything
I had dreams of starting my own business, but no clue how — no roadmap, no mentor, no clarity. I made the leap anyway: I invested in a franchise business, stepped out of teaching, and discovered the reality of building something from scratch.
It was exhilarating, terrifying and deeply challenging. I learned more about resilience, reinvention and self-belief in those months than I had in years of teaching. Looking back, I realised — if I’d had the right guidance at the start, I might have avoided mistakes and reached clarity faster.
That’s when The Relaxed Mind Coaching was born: from my own story of transition, reinvention and rediscovery.
Who I Help & Why
I work with people who are ready to stop feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unfulfilled. Maybe you’ve outgrown your job, you’re craving meaning, or you’re longing for flexibility — but you’re stuck between fear and possibility.
You might be:
A teacher or educator walking away from a rewarding — but draining — career
A busy professional wanting more meaning, purpose or balance
Someone considering starting their own business, but feeling uncertain, lost or “not ready”
A parent wanting to show up calmer and more present — without sacrificing ambition
A small business owner or manager wanting support helping others transition roles
If you’re reading this… you might be closer than you think to your next chapter.
My Approach to Coaching
I believe real change doesn’t come from quick fixes — it comes from clarity, support, and a roadmap that fits your life.
Here’s what working with me feels like:
Empathy + experience — I’ve walked the path myself, felt the overwhelm, and come out the other side. I bring compassion, patience and practical insight.
Clear guidance, not fluff — Instead of vague promises, I offer realistic plans, step-by-step clarity and honest support.
Mindset + Strategy — We work on what’s inside (confidence, clarity, belief) and what’s ahead (next steps, actions, real-world changes).
Balance & sustainability — Because a new career or business shouldn’t cost your health, happiness, or relationships.
My Credentials & What I Bring...
20+ years working in education (classroom & leadership) — teaching, mentoring, leading teams
First-hand experience transitioning careers and building a business
Deep empathy for people feeling stuck, overwhelmed or craving change
A proven framework for clarity + action + transformation — refined through personal journey and coaching practice
What You Can Expect When You Work With Me
A safe, non-judgmental space to explore your values, fears, hopes and dreams
Honest clarity about what’s working, what’s holding you back, and what’s possible
A personal roadmap: one that respects your life, responsibilities and ambitions
Support — mindset tools, practical steps, accountability, and encouragement
Real transformation: from uncertainty and “what ifs” → to clarity, purpose and momentum.
Coming Soon!
The Career Change Masterclass
If you know things need to change but you don't know what or how to get started, my FREE January masterclass will help you decide. This is the masterclass I wish I had been part of when faced with the same tough decisions.
January 22nd 2026 | 7pm-8pm
More Than Coaching — A Community & A Movement
When you work with me, you’re not just booking sessions — you’re joining a community of people who believe you can have more than “just a job.” People who choose purpose over pressure, balance over burnout, growth over stagnation.
Whether you’re seeking a new career, exploring entrepreneurship, or ready to finally step into your next chapter with confidence — I’m here for you.
Let's Get Started
1 Hour FREE Advice Call
If you’ve landed here and felt a flicker of “yes — this feels right”, I’d love to connect.
Book a free 1-hour advice call → Let’s talk about who you are now, who you want to become, and what’s possible.
No pressure. No fluff. Just clarity, compassion and a plan.
Claire has been invaluable throughout the last few weeks.
Life after teaching has left me feeling relieved, but struggling with direction. After our coaching conversations I felt inspired and eager to get started in changing my direction. I feel, like a lot of teachers, I've become blinkered, and failed to see what a diverse range of skills I possess.
The one-one coaching style helps to be able to be transparent, and indeed to focus on personal goals and barriers. This isn't a one off, Claire has been there to refocus me when I wobble. It can't be underestimated how teaching gives us so much, but takes so much of who we are away from us. With determination, and self discovery, my hope is the future is brighter!
— Rachel
I loved every second of teaching, until I didn’t. There was a whole host of shame and uncertainty that surrounded this realisation and a fear of what came next.
Since meeting Claire and beginning my journey with the relaxed mind I have moved into a more positive and productive mindset. I have been able to reassess what I love and what is not working so well.
Together we have started taking the steps for how I can broaden my opportunities and reengaging with why I fell in love with teaching in the first place. The course is also brilliant for building a core around importance of positive attraction. There is a firm base to rebuild and explore whilst helping to find and prioritise myself- which is something that got lost along the way.
— Gemma
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