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CPD/CE Accredited · Trauma-Informed · UK-wide & online

COACHING · TRAINING · SUPERVISION

Calm, clarity and confidence for those carrying more than is visible.

Executive leadership coaching, CPD-accredited trauma-informed training and reflective supervision, for the leaders, schools and organisations navigating pressure and change. Grounded in neuroscience, led by a former Headteacher.

  • Trauma-informed and evidence-based, never rushed or one-size-fits-all

  • Delivered by someone who has led a school from the inside

  • A calm, judgment-free space, in person or online across the UK

Free · 20 minutes · no pressure, ever

Meet Nick, a 2-minute introduction to how I work

★★★★★ 50+ five-star Google reviews

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15+ years leading

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CPD/CE accredited

Who it's for

Leaders, schools and organisations under pressure

WhaT I DO

Leadership coaching, accredited trauma-informed training, and supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)

Why it matters

Only 1 in 10 UK employees feel engaged at work. Great leadership is a business necessity, not a luxury.

What Now

Book a free, no-pressure discovery call

Trusted by schools, trusts and organisations

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Cromwell Learning Community Multi Academy Trust
Catholic Primary Partnership
City of Birmingham School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
WAITS, women acting in today's society
McHale & Co Solicitors
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Cromwell Learning Community Multi Academy Trust
Catholic Primary Partnership
City of Birmingham School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
WAITS, women acting in today's society
McHale & Co Solicitors
The Scouts

In their words

Real people. Real, lasting change.

Every review below is from someone who worked with me directly.

★★★★★

“Nick coached me through a period of change and uncertainty in a new leadership role. Over the six month period we worked together, he listened to my challenges, made me feel comfortable and gave me the practical tools and confidence that have helped me develop and grow into the role. Would happily recommend him to professionals in a similar position. Thanks Nick!”

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Adam

Leadership coaching

★★★★★

“We have just completed a second workshop with Nick Whitehouse. Who facilited sessions to support our staff to cope with growth and changes of staff. Through developing our understanding of group formation and communication models. I am looking forward to putting in place the ideas and tools. Nick has helped us to develop. Thank you Nick for informative and interactive sessions.”

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Marcia Lewinson

Workplace workshops

★★★★★

“Nick is absolutely fantastic! He has helped me in so more ways than he knows and I feel like a whole new person! I will definitely be booking regular sessions. Thanks Nick!!”

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Olivia Parkes

Coaching

★★★★★ 50+ five-star Google reviews      Verified on Google      In partnership with The Mental Wellbeing Company

Two people, two journeys

Whichever brought you here, there is a path made for you.

Tell me where you are. I will meet you there, and recommend nothing you don't need.

Nick Whitehouse leading a trauma-informed training session at a flipchart

For Organisations & Schools

More than training for your people

Accredited training, coaching for senior leaders, leadership development, DSL supervision, neurodivergence and inclusion coaching, wellbeing days and keynotes, led by someone who has led a school from the inside.

Nick Whitehouse working one to one with a client at a table

For Individuals

Space to pause, think and move forward

Executive and leadership coaching, career transition support and personal development, for people carrying more than is visible. Calm, private, and paced entirely to you.

The Whitehouse Principle

Change starts when you feel safe enough to pause. My work doesn't rush, fix or judge, it helps you move forward with calm, clarity and confidence, in ways that are sustainable and real.

Nick Whitehouse

Nick Whitehouse, executive coach and former Headteacher

Why work with Nick

Grounded in neuroscience. Rooted in real leadership.

I'm Nick Whitehouse, an Executive Leadership & Transition Coach, CPD/CE accredited Trauma-Informed Training Facilitator and Clinical Hypnotherapist. I have over fifteen years of senior leadership experience, including as a Headteacher, so I have sat where you sit.

My approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based and deeply human, grounded in neuroscience, ethical practice and psychological safety.

Former Headteacher

Executive & Transition Coach

Trauma & Neurodiversity-Informed

Clinical Hypnotherapist

Enhanced DBS

Professionally Insured

My promise to you

What you can expect from me.

Plain promises about how I work, and what I will never do to get the booking.

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What I don't do

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Do tick-box training

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Confuse activity with impact

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Hide behind jargon

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Sell you what you don't need

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Chase quick fixes

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Forget the human behind the role

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What I always do

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Create practical change

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Bring real leadership experience

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Work in a trauma-informed way

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Challenge with compassion

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Measure what matters

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Support people to thrive, not just survive

No obligation, ever

The first conversation is free, lasts about twenty minutes and comes with no expectation that you book anything. If I am not the right person for what you need, I will tell you, and where I can I will point you to someone who is. You will never be sold something you do not need.

What I offer

One principle, delivered two ways.

Two different rooms, two different needs. Pick the one that sounds like yours.

What actually happens next

Three steps, and you can stop after any of them.

Reaching out is the part most people find hardest, so here is exactly what it looks like. No forms to prepare, nothing to explain perfectly.

Nick Whitehouse at his desk, ready for a first conversation

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A free twenty-minute call

You tell me where you are, in your own words. I ask a few questions. There is nothing to prepare and no pressure to book anything at the end.

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A plan shaped around you

I come back with what I think would actually help, and what it would cost. If I am not the right person, I will say so and point you to someone who is.

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We begin, at your pace

Whether that is a workshop for eighty staff or a quiet hour a fortnight, we review as we go and change what is not working.

●Free · 20 minutes · no pressure, ever

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Working in partnership with

The Mental Wellbeing Company

Ready when you are

Ready to reach your potential? Let's make it happen.

Share a little about what's bringing you here, and I'll respond personally. It starts with one calm, honest conversation, and there's no obligation to go further.

●Free · 20 minutes · no pressure, ever

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The Whitehouse Principle

Calm, clarity and confidence for the leaders, schools and organisations carrying more than is visible.

The Whitehouse Principle Ltd · Company No. 16765743
Registered office: No1 Business Centre, 1 Alvin St,
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3EJ
Tel 0121 752 7109 · Mob 07832 661405
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