Trauma-Informed Approaches in Schools
A Guide for Senior Mental Health Leads
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Lead the way in creating a trauma-sensitive school environment where students feel safe, supported and able to thrive.
This essential guide equips newly qualified Senior Mental Health Leads (SMHLs) with the knowledge and tools to get to grips with the broad remit of the role.
Covering responsibilities from safeguarding and policy development to collaboration with teachers, parents and professionals, this book outlines practical strategies for embedding a whole school approach to trauma-informed working. With reflective exercises, training needs assessments and action plans, this book will give you the confidence to devise and implement effective trauma-informed practices.
Alongside student-focused content, this book offers methods to reduce staff workload, prevent burnout when working with traumatized students and promote mental health and resilience.
This essential guide equips newly qualified Senior Mental Health Leads (SMHLs) with the knowledge and tools to get to grips with the broad remit of the role.
Covering responsibilities from safeguarding and policy development to collaboration with teachers, parents and professionals, this book outlines practical strategies for embedding a whole school approach to trauma-informed working. With reflective exercises, training needs assessments and action plans, this book will give you the confidence to devise and implement effective trauma-informed practices.
Alongside student-focused content, this book offers methods to reduce staff workload, prevent burnout when working with traumatized students and promote mental health and resilience.
- Published: Sep 21 2026
- Pages: 224
- 228 x 152mm
- ISBN: 9781839979422
Press Reviews
Dr Ali D’Amario, Educational Psychologist and author of The School Mental Health Response Handbook
This is an excellent guide to trauma‑informed practice in schools. The authors' deep understanding of both the research and real‑world school contexts really shines through. Written with warmth and humour, and using analogies and case studies, it offers clarity and practical insight for schools.
Pooky Knightsmith, PhD, CPsychol, MA (Oxon), Autistic Speaker, Author, Advisor and Assessor
Few people understand trauma-informed practice the way Gemma and Jessica do, and it shines through every page. This is about how we hold children and staff when things get hard. The case studies stayed with me, and the audits and action plans mean you can put this to use straight away. Essential reading.
Clare Erasmus, Designated Mental Health Lead Advisor and author of The Mental Health and Wellbeing Handbook for Schools
An essential, compassionate guide for school leaders. This book expertly bridges the gap between trauma awareness and actionable, whole-school mental health strategies. It is a vital resource for fostering resilience and supporting both student and staff wellbeing
Andrew Cowley, school leader and author of The Wellbeing Toolkit
Gemma and Jessica provide a practical and holistic approach to embedding Trauma Informed Approaches, from policy to practice, for leaders and governors, for safeguarding leads and those working with children every day. Embedded in research and reflecting the realities young people face in a changed and challenging world, this is essential reading for all those engaged in supporting the mental health of young people as well as those of a more cynical mindset.