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About Timian

Timian’s mission is to develop positive behaviour management strategies that enable staff to safely support people in crisis. Our focus is on understanding the underlying reasons behind challenging behaviours. This helps us defuse situations before they escalate and keep everyone safe.

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Our Approach

At Timian, we empower staff to support individuals in crisis. We focus on understanding challenging behaviours to defuse situations and keep everyone safe. We build supportive environments and reduce the need for restrictive interventions through communication and de-escalation. We offer certified training to UK organisations and beyond.

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Partners & Affiliates

Partner with Timian Learning & Development and become a leader in positive behaviour support. Our Affiliate and Academy programmes provide unique opportunities to upskill your staff and improve outcomes for the individuals you support.

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BILD ACT Certified

Is your organisation CQC compliant when it comes to restrictive interventions? Timian offers BILD Act Certified training with a unique train-the-trainer model, empowering your staff to manage challenging behaviours effectively and compassionately. Discover how we can help you meet national standards and provide the best possible care.

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Sectors

Education

Creating a safe and positive learning environment is paramount to the success and well-being of every student and member of staff. At Timian Learning and Development, we understand the delicate balance between fostering a nurturing atmosphere and acknowledging the potential for conflict and trauma within the school setting.

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Healthcare

Timian Learning and Development offers BILD Act certified training programmes in de-escalation and crisis prevention, designed for healthcare professionals. Our holistic approach empowers staff to build positive relationships and create safer environments for patients and colleagues. Learn how to manage emotions, de-escalate incidents, and respond with dignity and respect.

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Social Care

Timian Learning and Development offers BILD Act certified training programmes designed to meet the unique challenges faced by professionals in social care settings. Our programmes focus on de-escalation and crisis prevention techniques, empowering staff to create safer environments for both caregivers and those in their care.

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Overseas Education

We recognise the unique challenges faced by students in international schools. We also understand that a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work when it comes to behaviour management. That’s why we tailor our training to your school’s unique needs and context.

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Courses

Positive Behaviour Management Foundational Training

Equip your staff with the skills to support individuals with challenging behaviours effectively. Our BILD ACT Certified Positive Behaviour Management Foundation course takes a trauma-informed approach to reducing restrictive practices.

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Positive Behaviour Management Training

Equip your staff to confidently support individuals in crisis. Our BILD-accredited Timian training provides safe, effective techniques for managing challenging behaviour and promoting positive outcomes. Learn trauma-informed intervention strategies and enhance your team’s skills. Discover more today.

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Positive Behaviour Management Train-the-Trainer

Become Timian Programme Certified Trainers and equip your team with the skills to de-escalate situations, build positive relationships, and promote a culture of respect. Our comprehensive Train-the-Trainer course provides expert guidance on positive behaviour support, reducing restrictive interventions, and upholding ethical practices.

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Bespoke Positive Behaviour Management Packages

Timian’s mission is to develop positive behaviour management strategies that enable staff to safely support people in crisis. Our focus is on understanding the underlying reasons behind challenging behaviours.

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Resources

News & Insights

Industry news, insights, and guides from the Timian team on positive behaviour management across healthcare, education and social care.

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Crisis Prevention

Our evidence-based approach equips professionals with the skills and knowledge to make a measurable difference in crisis prevention, verbal de-escalation, and physical intervention.

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De-Escalation

Our programmes train individuals to use proven communication and body language techniques to diffuse situations before they escalate, covering every interaction, from initial contact to debriefing post-incident.

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Timian has delivered BILD ACT certified positive behaviour management and challenging behaviour training to education

Reimagining School Discipline: Moving Away from Punishment Toward Positive Behaviour Management

Education

Where challenging behaviour is a regular occurrence, staff often feel stuck in a cycle of reactive discipline. The problem is not a lack of effort or care, but the limitations...

Emotional Literacy in Schools: Teaching Students to Recognise and Manage Their Feelings

Education, Healthy Relationships

Teachers regularly face the challenge of balancing not just academic growth but also the emotional well-being of their pupils. Particularly for those children who have experienced trauma, navigating their feelings...

Addressing The Relationship Between Trauma and Bullying in Schools

Education, Healthy Relationships

Addressing bullying requires a multi-faceted strategy, however taking the first step towards a trauma-informed approach offers an empathetic understanding of the root causes of behaviour, and seeks to create safer...

Food Insecurity and Escalating Behaviours: A Crucial Link in Education

Education, Trauma Informed

In the UK, 24.6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, a percentage representing 2.1 million children. Many children across the country depend on this statutory benefit for their...

The Importance of Teacher Self-Care in Maintaining a Safe Classroom Environment

Education

When we prioritise your own health, we are better equipped to handle the stresses of teaching, manage classroom dynamics effectively, and provide the best possible support to your students. Let's...

Implementing Trauma-Informed Principles in Education: Building a Safe Learning Environment

Education, Healthy Relationships

Trauma-informed education acknowledges these impacts and works to create a learning environment that supports the needs of all students. By adopting trauma-informed practices, schools can improve student engagement, encourage learning...

Integrating Trauma-Informed Practices in Special Education Curriculum

Education

By introducing trauma-informed education principles into SEND curriculum, teachers can create supportive, empathetic environments that not only address the academic needs of individuals, but also foster their long-term emotional and...

Understanding Our SPACED Model for De-Escalating A Person in Crisis

Care Homes, Education, Healthy Relationships, Physical Interventions, Restraint Reduction, Social Care

The SPACED model is our mnemonic representing Space, Posture, Avoid Touch, Calm, Eye Contact, and Diversion and serves as a comprehensive guide for our students throughout the crisis cycle....

Calming the Classroom: De-Escalation Techniques for Students with Autism

Education, Healthy Relationships, Restraint Reduction, Trauma Informed

This article delves into some strategies designed to calm the classroom, specifically for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as we aim to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills...

Building Trust and Rapport: Key Techniques for Effective Autism Communication

Care Homes, Education, Healthy Relationships, Social Care

Effective communication with individuals on the autism spectrum is a learned skill that improves the lives of both teacher and pupil. It establishes a foundation of trust and rapport that...

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For more information on our training, please get in touch with a member of our team.

Telephone

+44 800 987 4075

hello@timian.co.uk

Address

5 Churchill Place, London, England E14 5HU

About Timian

Our Approach

Partners & Affiliates

BILD ACT Certified

Education

Healthcare

Social Care

Overseas Education

Positive Behaviour Management Foundational Training

Positive Behaviour Management Training

Positive Behaviour Management Train-the-Trainer

Bespoke Positive Behaviour Management Packages

News & Insights

Crisis Prevention

De-Escalation

Explore Timian's industry insights, guides, tips & case studies

Speak to us

Explore Timian's industry insights,
guides, tips & case studies