Tax Return for Career Coaches
Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.
- Track session income
- Training expense tracking
- Software cost support
- MTD-ready for 2026
Example Tax Calculation
Based on typical career coaches earnings £45,000/year
*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.
Allowable Expenses for Career Coaches
Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill
Coach Training and CPD
Career coaching certifications and professional development.
Tip: Keep certificates and receipts.
Assessment Tools
Psychometric assessments, profiling tools, and software.
Tip: Annual subscriptions are fully deductible.
Home Office Costs
Proportion of rent, utilities, and internet for coaching.
Tip: Use simplified expenses or calculate actual costs.
Insurance
Professional indemnity insurance for coaching practice.
Tip: Insurance is fully deductible.
More expenses you can claim
How to File Your Tax Return
Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment
Gather Your Documents
Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements
Enter Income & Expenses
Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow
Review Your Calculation
See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations
Submit to HMRC
File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes
Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year
Don't miss these important dates
5 April 2025
Tax Year Ends
Calculate your final income and expenses
5 October 2025
Register for Self Assessment
If this is your first year self-employed
31 January 2026
Online Filing Deadline
Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed
6 April 2026
MTD Starts (£50k+)
If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software
Late Filing Penalties
1 day late: £100 fixed penalty
3 months late: £10/day up to £900
6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)
12 months late: Additional 5% or £300
Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about tax returns for career coaches
Do career coaches need to register as self-employed?
If you work in private practice and invoice clients, you must register for Self Assessment.
Can I claim assessment tool costs?
Yes. Psychometric and assessment tools are allowable expenses.
What about corporate contracts?
Income from corporate career coaching should be declared as self-employment income.
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