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Tier 1 Trauma Informed Practice

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Who We Are

The Adversity, Trauma and Resilience (ATR) Workforce Development Project is a Bradford-wide programme designed to build a trauma-informed, resilient workforce across Bradford. Hosted by Bradford Trident, and fully funded by Public Health the project supports professionals and organisations to understand the impact of adversity and trauma, embed trauma-informed practice, and create safe, responsive, and resilient environments.

We provide high-quality, accessible training and development opportunities to practitioners across all sectors — from education and healthcare to community services, housing, and the voluntary sector.

We believe that creating trauma-informed systems is key to supporting the wellbeing of individuals, staff, and communities. Our approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and shaped by the needs of the Bradford district.

Our History

The ATR project began as a partnership between Better Start Bradford, WAVE Trust (who developed our original training content), and Bradford Trident. It is a funded project by Public Health Bradford.

Since 2022, we have trained thousands of professionals across the district. In 2025, we were awarded a renewed contract from Bradford Public Health to continue — and expand — our work for another two years.

What We Do

Our work is structured around four core areas:

1. Workforce Training & Development

We offer three types of training:

  • Tier 1: An introduction to Adversity, Trauma and Resilience, suitable for all sectors.
  • Tier 2: Advanced, practice-based training for those applying trauma-informed principles in their work.
  • Bespoke Sessions: Tailored training to meet the specific needs of organisations or teams.

Training is delivered both online and face-to-face, and we are expanding access through digital platforms including Bradford Council’s Evolve and the Safeguarding Partnership’s Enable.

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2. Organisational Development

We support organisations to go beyond individual training and embed trauma-informed approaches at a systems level. This includes:

  • The ATR Organisational Toolkit, developed and tested with local partners
  • Sector-specific resources and case studies
  • Support for reflective practice, implementation planning, and internal learning

3. Restorative & Wellbeing Resources

Restorative Wellbeing Guide for Staff

Developed by the Bradford Adversity, Trauma & Resilience (ATR) Workforce Development Project, this guide supports organisations to embed restorative, trauma-informed approaches to staff wellbeing. Drawing on local consultation, staff experiences and national evidence, it offers practical guidance, reflective tools and resources to help create healthier, more resilient workplaces.

You can find the Restorative Wellbeing Guide here:

Restorative Wellbeing Guide

ATR Bradford Staff Wellbeing Survey Findings

Discover the key findings from our Bradford Staff Wellbeing Survey, which gathered insights from professionals across a range of sectors. The report explores the challenges affecting staff wellbeing, the support currently available, and opportunities to strengthen restorative, trauma-informed workplaces. These findings have informed the development of our Restorative Wellbeing Guide and future workforce development initiatives.

ATR Staff Wellbeing Survey Findings
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ATR Focus Group Findings

Multi-Agency Focus Group Findings

Read the findings from our multi-agency staff consultation, which brought together professionals to explore the realities of working in emotionally demanding roles. The report highlights shared experiences, examples of good practice, and practical recommendations for creating healthier, more restorative workplace cultures. These discussions have directly shaped the content of the Restorative Wellbeing Guide.

ATR Staff Focus Group

4. Strategic Engagement & Sector Leadership

We are working closely with local leaders to grow a district-wide culture of trauma-informed care. This includes:

  • Leadership workshops and briefings
  • An upcoming Executive Summary outlining our offer and its benefits
  • Tools to assess and plan organisational readiness

Our Impact: 2022–2025

Between April 2022 and March 2025, the ATR Workforce Development Project trained thousands of professionals across Bradford to build a more trauma-informed, resilient, and responsive workforce.

Delivered by Bradford Trident, this programme has helped embed trauma-informed principles across schools, healthcare, housing, social care, and the voluntary sector.

Key Achievements

 Practitioners Trained

  • 2,070 professionals completed Tier 1 training (Intro to ATR)
  • 280 completed Tier 2 training (Advanced practice)
  • 2,350 unique individuals trained
  • 8,311 training places offered across 3 years

“Insightful, clear and succinct… the training made complex ideas accessible and relevant.” — Participant Feedback

Measurable Learning Impact

  • Average 39% increase in confidence and knowledge
  • Tier 1 participants reported 44% learning gain
  • Revised Tier 2 structure led to higher satisfaction (9.15/10)

Participant Ratings

  • Average rating: 9/10 for engagement and usefulness
  • Participants praised trainers as “brilliant,” “clear,” and “engaging”
  • Strong appreciation for the real-world application and interactive format

Participant Quotes

  • “A brilliant trainer (speaking as a trainer myself).”
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  • “All the important information was given and explained.”
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  • “Trainer made things clear and easy to understand.”
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  • “Insightful, clear, and succinct.”
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  • “Enjoyed time to talk, also time to reflect on key points.”
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  • “The training gave me practical tools I can apply straight away.”  🗣️ – Sector Professional

Organisational Reach

  • Over 400 organisations engaged
  • Organisations include:
    • Bradford Teaching Hospitals (BRI)
    • Horton Housing
    • Affinity Care (GPs)
    • Stockslane Primary School
    • Staying Put, Centre Point, Evolve and many others

Several of these organisations have now made ATR training mandatory for all staff. If you have made our training mandatory, and you would like to let us know, or have any questions about the process, please email us at atrproject@bradfordtrident.co.uk

Resource & Practice Development

  • Co-produced and piloted a full Organisational Toolkit
  • Developed a Restorative Practice Guide for Staff Wellbeing
  • Designed bespoke training for volunteers and high-need teams
  • Supported leadership teams with reflective supervision models

 What’s Next?

Our new contract (2025–2028) builds on this work with:

  • More strategic leadership engagement
  • Expanded wellbeing and restorative offers
  • Sector-specific resource toolkits
  • Improved evaluation and long-term tracking

We are currently piloting and co-producing our new Organisational Toolkit and Restorative Practice Guide, working with partners across education, health, and community sectors.

Contact us

If you would like to arrange training, explore our organisational offer, offer feedback, or have any questions please get in touch atrproject@bradfordtrident.co.uk

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