Falkirk Council is holding Trauma Informed and Responsive Practice training for managers and supervisors (including those in the third sector) across two days: Tuesday 4 August 2026, 9:30am – 4:30pm, and Thursday 20 August 2026, 9:30am – 12:30pm.

The training is designed for managers and supervisors already familiar with reflective practice. It aims to help participants develop the skills, confidence and practical approaches needed to support staff wellbeing, resilience and trauma informed responses within their team. Participants must attend both days and have completed necessary pre-learning:

All participants should have completed: Trauma skilled practice 1: Understanding the impact of trauma (approx. 1hr 15mins)
And at least one other from the list below:
- Trauma skilled practice 2: Trauma in children& young people (approx. 1hr 15mins)
- Trauma skilled practice 3: The impact on mental health (approx. 45 mins)
- Trauma skilled practice 4: Trauma and substance use (approx. 1hr 15 mins)

About the Training

This course aims to provide managers and supervisors with the knowledge, skills and confidence to support staff, both within and outwith supervision, to recognise and respond to the impact of trauma.

Core themes of trauma informed practice will be explored, with a focus on how these can be meaningfully incorporated into supervision. The session will consider creating a trauma informed culture, supporting staff across the employee life cycle, promoting wellbeing and self-care, and the importance of the physical environment and communication within supervision. Participants should also develop practical tools to support regulation, resilience and wellbeing, and build confidence in using trauma informed language and helpful responses.

Time will be built in for action planning, supporting participants to consider how they will implement and embed their learning within their role. Participants will also be supported to apply a trauma informed lens to their workplace and consider how to facilitate learning and development around trauma within their team.

Book Your Place

To book your place, please complete the online booking form (linked for your convenience). Alternatively, for further information, contact Cheryl Aitken, Trauma Informed Development Officer, by email: cheryl.aitken@falkirk.gov.uk